Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Thematic Photographic - Strangers in our midst

Carmi at the blog "Written, Inc." posts a photographic challenge each week at Thematic Photographic. This week, the theme is "Strangers in our midst." Find creative ways to photographic other people. I love it best when a photo of a stranger brings out their basic humanity - in profound or even silly ways.



 When I saw this photo, I thought of the title, "The mariachi checks his text messages." These two musicians were taking a break from a Sunday afternoon gig at the busy Redondo Beach Pier. One of them took a moment to check his messages - our everyday interaction with modern technology is an all too common sight these days, even when one is garbed in traditional costume.
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7 comments:

  1. Kizz at 117 HudsonSeptember 17, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    You know he's probably the one who does all the booking for the band and the smart phone era has been such a boon for him!

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  2. ifthethunderdontgetya™³²®©September 17, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    WE GOT THE WEDDING!!!

    ;-)

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  3. Big Bad Bald BastardSeptember 18, 2013 at 5:23 AM

    He's making sure the guy with the keyboard isn't supplanting him.

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  4. 21 WitsSeptember 18, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Great photo, he sure was caught in the act, of what we see far too much of.

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  5. Bob ScotneySeptember 18, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    If I had been the second man I would have 'brained' him with my instrument!. Like the photo though.

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  6. smalltownmeSeptember 18, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    I like the mix of modern technology and tradition.

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  7. Max SartinSeptember 18, 2013 at 6:18 PM

    I like the contradiction between traditional garb and modern technology. Great shot.

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