@Michael Skorulski: Oh Michael! I knew someone would bring it up! Do you have any idea how long it took me to make up my mind which photo to post, of course he was smoking lol this photo had its long silhouette and was a better image. The other wasn't as good quality, not as clear, but you could see the smoke from the cigarette forming a circle, I went back and forth...posted one than the other, then settled for this one...crap now I'm not sure again, BUT HEY thanks so much lol arrrrtghhh
When I'm on my laptop (cause that's where the photos are, Imight put them side by side) but I don't want to lose my comments, so we'll see if I can do it)

Ras from Plano, United States

I thought he would be smoking but alas it's beautiful.

17 Jul 2008 1:50am

@Ras: Not you too Ras, lol check my comment to Michael and thanks a lot ;)

Ana Lúcia from Leiria, Portugal

Great atmosphere- very well done Lorraine.

17 Jul 2008 4:33am

@Ana Lúcia: thanks a lot Ana I've managed to sneak in my comment section, but I can't access anyone's blog? is it me?

António Pires from Lisbon, Portugal

Nice image. The smoke acts as a sort of pre-processing noise.

17 Jul 2008 4:33am

@António Pires: Thanks a lot Antonio :)

Betty from New Jersey, United States

The B&W is really nice for this composition, I love the long shadow. I would love to see the other shot, Lorraine!

17 Jul 2008 5:05am

@Betty: Thanks sweetie, it's on for tomorrow ;)

martie from United States

Beautiful work Lorraine! Timeless - but I'm glad you selected the one without the cigarette!! :-)

17 Jul 2008 8:02am

@martie: Thanks a lot Martie and sorry but that's tomorrow's photo lol

kurt from Austria

great work, lorraine. excellent composition and black and white was the ideal decision.

17 Jul 2008 8:09am

@kurt: I appreciate that very much Kurt, thank you, there'll be another photo tomorrow with cigarette lol

Cheryl from Texas, United States

he looks like he has a cigarette in hand! that smoke almost looks like steam coming off the hot pavement after someone hosed it down with water...nice effect in image

17 Jul 2008 8:13am

@Cheryl: Very perceptive Cheryl, more so than you know ;) thanks very much :)

Barbara from Florida, United States

Who is artistic? This is a remarkable image. There is emotion here as if the man is trying to figure out life, there is a sadness. I love the light edging the frame of his body and the long shadow. Immediately seeing the image I thought of it as a man with a cigarette.
Great shot Lorraine.

17 Jul 2008 8:29am

@Barbara: Maybe you're a visionary Barb, thanks so much, tomorrow you'll see the smoke ;)

Craig from Vacaville, California, United States

Love the light and shadow in this shot Lorraine!!!

17 Jul 2008 8:29am

@Craig: Thanks very much Craig :)

Japanalia from Yokohama, Japan

"The Man and His Shadow"......what a good subject for a story! Definitely....I like your capture!Remarkable inspiration to make it B&W!

17 Jul 2008 8:36am

@Japanalia: Oh Yeah 'The Man and His Shadow' works for me Gabriella :) thanks always :)

JoeB from Brampton, Canada

Is it smoke or morning mist? The long shadow he casts is very dramatic that's as technical that I'm going to get this morning.

17 Jul 2008 9:00am

@JoeB: Hey Joe...neither, although there is a little smoke which you will see tomorrow...I'll keep you guys guessing until tomorrow ;) thanks a lot

Viewfinder from Bradenton, United States

Smoke or dust? It's hard to identify what this person is standing on. Looks a bit like a raised grassy/dusty spot on a lawn. This excellent image has something of a sci-fi feel to it.

17 Jul 2008 9:15am

@Viewfinder: Neither Vf lol it's funny though, I wouldn't know myself if I hadn't been there, thanks a lot!

Alun Lambert from cheshire, United Kingdom

this really is a very good shot

17 Jul 2008 9:42am

@Alun Lambert: Thanks a lot Alun I appreciate it :)

Daryl from Amagasaki, Japan

He looks a bit confused by what's going on... funny (hope he's not a friend of yours... I don't mean he looks stupid... oh forget it...!)

17 Jul 2008 9:45am

@Daryl: lol there's nothing wrong with your comment Daryl lol all will be revealed tomorrow ;) Thanks a lot !

Marion from Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Excellent. I think I can see him holding a cigarette in his left hand. You know that pause before he takes another puff. (no I'm not a smoker, but I'm married to one and sometimes I watch out the window to see him do his silly thing). I think this guy is looking at all the smoke and thinking "I did this?"

17 Jul 2008 9:50am

@Marion: lol good one Marion, I use to be a pack and half a day smoker, I know that brief pause lol I stopped 15 years ago ;) all will be revealed tomorrow

laughingwolf from Canada

neat!

i know there're dust bunnies, but are there smoke bunnies, as well? ;)

17 Jul 2008 9:56am

@laughingwolf: There are all kinds of bunnies Tony :)

Judy from Brooksville-Florida,, United States

What a longgggggg leannnnnn man AND shadow. He does seem sad...
Perhaps we'll see the other photo at some point, but this is a wonderful capture, Lorraine.

17 Jul 2008 10:09am

@Judy: You're such a sweetie Judy, tomorrow all will be revealed ahahahahha ;)

Michael Rawluk from Prince George, Canada

The swirling smoke sure frames him nicely. Very well done.

17 Jul 2008 10:18am

@Michael Rawluk: Not quite smoke, you'll see it more clearly tomorrow, thanks very much Michael :)

Janice Thomson from Canada

He is definitely smoking a cigarette and watching his house? burn at the same time - how ironical...superb capture and a very emotional one mon amie.

17 Jul 2008 12:10pm

@Janice Thomson: lol thanks so much dear Janice, you'll get the full pic tomorrow ;

Scotfot from Kabul, Afghanistan

Great picture - nicely captured with the shadow!

17 Jul 2008 12:12pm

@Scotfot: Thanks a lot Bob, you'llget a better idea with tomorrow's photo :)

Jennifer Radio from Ireland

such a forlorn image... I love it. he seems wrapped in an enigma.

17 Jul 2008 1:37pm

@Jennifer Radio: How nicely put, thanks a lot J Radio ;)

DaveB from Exeter, United Kingdom

Wicked B&W shot Lorraine, the water vapour (I think!) gives it a really aged feel, and it's a great pose!

17 Jul 2008 1:38pm

@DaveB: You got that right Dave lol tomorrow will provide a clearer picture ;( Thanks a bunch!

Illuci from Hurdegaryp, Netherlands

Great almost still life, it's only the guy surrounded by the smoke, amazing how this can fascinate! Good job, well done!

17 Jul 2008 3:00pm

@Illuci: Thanks so much Erik, not much smoke actually, only from his cigarette that you don't see...you'll know tomorow...;)

standley from brou-sur-chantereine, France

Cette photo est magnifique Lorraine. Cet homme et son ombre, ces embruns reflétés dans la lumière...j'adore l'atmosphère!

17 Jul 2008 4:46pm

@standley: Merci beaucoup Richard, demain tu vas avoir une meilleure idée du scénario :)

Observing from West Cheshire, United Kingdom

Well... quite a few comments about cigarettes and smoking, but I think the smoke is caused by Lorraine burning the burgers on the bbq. Very good finish to the image.

17 Jul 2008 5:26pm

@Observing: Well..MM I would be more likely to smoke than bbq, although I quit smoking 15 years ago...lol thanks a lot, tomorrow is the true picture ;)

akarui from Kagoshima, Japan

I don't think that there was fog because of the sun and strong shadows. Your title says smoke so I suppose that something is burning, may be some grass?

17 Jul 2008 6:12pm

@akarui: Not bad Akarui, but no :) the only smoke was actually from the cigarette that you don't see...you'll see it better tomorrow, thanks so much!

MaryB from Staffordshire, United Kingdom

Dave has already said what I thought it was! :) a water fountain with the sun behind it possibly.
Either way, it's a cracking shot Lorraine.

17 Jul 2008 6:21pm

@MaryB: Can't fool you guys ! lol the true picture tomorrow sweetie ;)

Photographs by M.E. from Tustin, United States

this is an awesome picture, lorraine! i love the lighting, the b&w treatment and the smokey effect! I can't wait for you to post the other version (saw your replies to some of the comments), I'm sure I'll love that, too.

17 Jul 2008 10:43pm

@Photographs by M.E.: Thanks so much my friend, all will be revealed tomorrow ;)

Mandy Provan from Johannesburg, South Africa

I really like this one - the mystery draws one in........Clever title!!! Awesome black and white

18 Jul 2008 6:51am

@Mandy Provan: Thanks so much Mandy :)

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