Stilt Fisherman, a photo from Southern, South

Photographer's Note

Weligama is a small village on the southern coast between Galle and Matara where the Stilt Fisherman can be found. They sit patiently on sticks driven into the seabed. Our visit because of the distance from our hotel at Bentota was in the early afternoon, not an ideal time as the light was very strong. It was made even brighter by the reflection from the white surf. Getting detail in the faces of the fishermen when taking close ups was extremely difficult and a some of the pictures taken here were not very good. However it records a scene that you are probably not likely to visit again.

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bebel (7588) 2004-11-20 6:52

very nice composition with this fisherman on the right, the piece pof trees, and the living sea behind. And also the action, concentration of this man on the fish. Lights are great against the sun a little. And fabulous contrast between strong sea and quiet man... great job Colin, great !

jmignot (204) 2004-11-20 7:59

I find this picture really remarkable. First the subject is quite unusual, at least to me never heard of this way of fishing before. The composition places emphasis on the fisherman, with the peculiar position of his arm from which you guess, rather than see, the existence of the thread, but you also feel the powerful presence of the sea in the background. Finally, despite the difficult light conditions that you mention, the colors are beautiful.

clodreno (0) 2004-11-20 8:26

a very nice image Colin.. Like tit a lot.. I was one time staying not far from Weligama, but didn't go there. I especially like the way you have this guy with the bright blue turban..and the waves as a backfround.
A really nice catch..

verge (1242) 2004-11-20 8:54

really interesting shot! this is really different kind of fishing method. thanks for sharing. i also like the color speciall the fisherman's dress. its really unusual for what i know of a fisheman....rgds

verge

Kicka (0) 2004-11-20 9:40

Very good shot. Nice composition and colours are fantastic. Intresting way of fishing too. Good work!

christina (2040) 2004-11-20 12:31

The composition is fabulous and describes the scene well. I don't think having a lot of detail in the man's face is that important in this image because his silouette alomst becomes a vertical graphic element , along with the sticks against the horizontal waves.

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PLD_images (7149) 2004-11-20 12:45

Wonderfull shot Colin. The subject is very interesting and original. You managed to get amazing sharpness and colors in your photo. The breaking waves in the back are also superb. Bravo.

ChristianS (2997) 2004-11-20 18:17

You never cease to surprise me with your wide and qualitative variation of photos Colin. This photo is very nice, I like the static posture of the fisherman agains the almost furious motion of the waves, it creates a very nice contrast between the man and the nature. Well composed, great light and colours. Well done!

jim007 (96) 2004-11-24 2:14

Very interesting and different way of fishing. Great capture.

sohrab (7439) 2004-11-24 17:07

after seeing the photograph in the link that im sending below , this one seems a little weak, although i know that by itself it's very nice. you have a very nice feel here, but i really hope you take a look at the link that im sending :)
another viewpoint
take care colin :)

yesterday (9833) 2004-11-28 4:42 [Comment]

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scalerman (26900) 2004-11-28 18:05

colin, sweet shot, with the surf and everything in motion. colors are spendid.

ninadev (5377) 2004-12-29 16:09

What strucks me with this pic is the size of the wave .. just imagine that if this fisherman is not scared of such a big wave, how big was this tsunami wave to make so much damage. Nice details of this fisherman and the fish he just caught.. I also like the details of his hair dress.

Porteplume (4036) 2004-12-31 12:26

A great, great image! Especially for me who have never visited this country. I now can perfectly imagine how it looked before, as some colourful and warm "Paradise", and how it looks now, hurt, devasted!
The sea gives and the sea takes... Thank you for sharing.

kogawa (4742) 2004-12-31 15:50

tnx for sharing your feelings.
Nice contribution to the memory of those how got killed in the biggest catastrophe ever happened to the human race.

franklee (24) 2005-01-02 9:58

Fantastic photo. Just the perfect image to help us reflect on this tragedy.

faubry (35447) 2005-01-06 7:05

in memory these who are dead , the big weave we are thinking this catastroph !
very good shot..thanks
francine

babul (612) 2005-01-09 0:14

for me one of your bes fotos meybe a panoramic viue will be look beter but this is my opinion nice foto

LCannon (2798) 2005-01-17 12:02

I hadn't seen this photo of yours Colin, how amazing it is! I can't imagine what would make one think to sit on a "stick" all day looking for fish, so interesting.
Even with the conditions you've captured him well, fishing pole outstretched, and the colorful clothing accented with the powerful waves. So sad that they turned so deadly, I hope this fishing tradition will continue.

PSYOPS (0) 2005-01-19 10:18

My favorite!

ngythanh (8458) 2005-01-19 19:17

Because of your photo, I created a theme to collect pictures of this type of fishing.

Thank you for giving me something new to learn, one more favorite photo, and a wonderful art-work to open the theme.

Regards,

jstewart (1150) 2005-01-28 0:14

Superb! The detailed note makes all the difference - thank you.

eleparc (24063) 2005-02-11 5:11

splendid shot Colin! the colors are striking! well done!

Eric

Praetzer (209) 2005-02-11 14:53

very nice colors. well composed and full of action

nille (25) 2005-03-03 15:37

Amazing photo - balance is the word that comes to mind - both literally and in a deeper perspective. Wonderful harmony of colors.

cgrindahl (6113) 2005-03-04 13:11

I realized Colin, that although this was one of the images I felt most strongly should be included in the calendar being created for TE, I haven't given it a critique as yet. I like it so much that I would love to see it on the cover of the calendar.

The colors are so sumputuous with the man's clothes and turban so beautiful against the sky and breaking surf. The man is intent upon his task, eyes peering toward the water with his left arm extended, fingers delicately curled. I note the watch that brings this timeless image into the modern age. Details are finely rendered as well. This definitely has to join my list of favorites. Great work you've done here.

gracetansc (67) 2005-05-12 3:26

Beautiful image, great composition and interesting topic! I think you managed to capture great detail despite the harsh light.

Luan (12971) 2005-05-18 3:27

Hello Colin,
I discover this one in your gqllery, such a beautiful catch, we can feel the power of those waves and the wind make me swing. It's a strange way for fishing, you have very well portrayed this guy, nice framing and image quality.
Well done
Luan

natc (315) 2005-07-01 4:41

i really like this this picture, it's a real piece of daily life with a perfect composition. the fisherman looks so quiet and the sea so strong and noisy, the contrast is perfect.

gelor (3233) 2005-08-13 7:44

Une photo superbe : nette, bien composée, couleurs douces mises en valeur par le bleu du couvre chef du pęcheur. Merci.
Gérard

Albrecht (11283) 2005-12-11 15:43

Hi Colin
Wonderful depth and good compo. Well seen and captured way of fishing. Never seen this. It is very special.
greetings Albrecht

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tskog (182) 2007-05-10 7:09

Very nice photo. I visit the same place back in 1986. I don't understand how they can sit there for hours. Would like to see more contrast in the sea, but otherwise a nice shot.