Che and the tuk tuk drivers daughter, a photo from Tamil Nadu, South

Photographer's Note

Next to our guest house in Kumbakonam, on a stretch of wasteland about the size of three football pitches, was a small shanty town. Many of the Kumbakonam's tuk-tuk drivers lived here. I noticed this tuk-tuk with Che hand painted on the back awning and took a photo.rnThe young daughter came out of their hut, she was intrigued in what I was doing, while I was intrigued by how beautiful she looked in her white school uniform and gleaming gold. I showed her the photo that I had just taken, she stood next to the tuk-tuk, looking first at Che and then at me. I grabbed the opportunity to take her portrait with Che

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lousat (130709) 2021-01-03 0:48

Hi Elaine, i know very well Che because i been 7 times in Cuba...ehehe..but it's a great surprose to see his portrait form this shanty town of India. And the pic is fantastic,the girl is very very elegant and clean,another time a masterwork,i like it! Have a nice Sunday and thanks,Luciano

Silvio1953 (207145) 2021-01-03 2:04

Ciao Elaine, beautiful portrait of cute young girl with fantastic eyes, Il like Che as BG, splendid light, excellent clarity and fine details, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

PaulVDV (55593) 2021-01-03 2:50

Hello Elaine,
The only places in India where I've seen pictures or paintings of Che were in Kerala, a state with a strong presence of communist ideas and a neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu.
You present us here a wonderful portrait of the young girl nicely dressed as if for an important party with Che's image behind her.
The composition is excellent and the gentle undulations of the awning provide a beautiful backdrop.
Best regards, Paul

Royaldevon (76832) 2021-01-03 4:31

Hello Elaine,

This is such a strong photograph, with the two portraits standing out against a dark b/g. I just had to read your notes, to find an explanation!

The young girl looks so beautiful and very intelligent, with those piercing, alert eyes, staring straight at you.
The portrait of Che looks so incongruous next to her but adds a sense of mystery!
It's a really well composed photograph.

My warm regards,
Bev :-)

ChrisJ (161262) 2021-01-03 4:44

Hi Elaine

A good double portrait here of both Che & the girl at right with the intense eyes. Good sharpness and tonal range. Tfs!

jhm (204077) 2021-01-03 6:17

Hallo Elaine,

Dit meisje heeft een fantastisch mooi gezicht, echt heel mooi voor een portret foto.
Ook heeft ze mooi oorbellen aan
Ik kan net niet lezen wat op haar school uniform te lezen is.
Uw foto in zwart/wit is zeker geslaagd.
Goed foto werk, bedankt.

Groeten uit Vlaandzeren,
John

CMJC (4777) 2021-01-03 7:33 [Comment]

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abmdsudi (89469) 2021-01-03 8:43

Hi Elaine
Once upon a time..
You see him there in Cuba, you see him here in TM. An absolute icon, i know but somehow the girl steals the show to complete this scene for me, Well composed and shot.
Best regard

worldcitizen (14494) 2021-01-03 13:37

Hello Elaine,
This is such a beautiful portrait. I'm drawn in by the elegance and beauty of this young girl, and she is standing in just the right spot to include Che. The B/W tones are perfect, too. Happy New Year!

kasianowak (15984) 2021-01-03 14:20

Well-used photo opportunity. I love this combination of two cultures. Even the girl's portrait on its own would have been beautiful but with Che in the background your image is a masterpiece.
Best wishes
Kasia

ricardomattos (15582) 2021-01-03 15:41

Oi Elaine

Uma foto incrivelmente original. Me impressionou os olhos da menina e o maravilhoso ton de cinza do seu rosto. Excelente trabalho fotográfico.

Parabéns

Ricardo

ifege (33729) 2021-01-03 21:14

Hi Elaine
A change of country but an equally interesting photo with girl and Che.
cheers
Ian

adramad (67624) 2021-01-17 10:00

Hi Elaine.
A great photo, with Che's painting and this little girl who seems to speak with her eyes, whose intensity of gaze seems to pierce, she is also beautiful.
An image to enjoy, great luminosity and perfect sharpness.
Superbly captured. I love it.
Happy start to the week.
Very best regards.
Luis.