Photographer's Note
Here is one of those photos I have wanted to upload for a long time but never found enough courage, because it's not "beautiful" in the sense that most TE members probably prefer.
But here it comes anyway, because I like these young men's happy grins as they bring goodies to drink and eat at a wedding reception in Vilnius, capital of Lithuania.
I met them as I was leaving the late 15th century St. Anne's Church (Šv. Onos bažnyčia).. I had been inside where I had hoped to grab some photos of a young couple who were getting married. But the ceremony kept dragging on so I just took a photo of some guests waiting in the courtyard, as well as a part of the church's façade, both of which you can see as workshops.
Here is a larger version.
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Matyas
(0) 2016-01-06 6:26
Hello Gert! Fine smooth men, fine scene superb poses. Wonderful wall, amazing bricks. Perfect contrast and sharpness. Well done!
CLODO
(42423) 2016-01-06 6:38
Hi Gert
As you say, it's not "good" post for TE! But it's always fun to witness a wedding where you are not invited, you can take different pictures than the formal ones, and this is a good example of these 2 smiling lads ready to share their drinks and basket of fruits.
Cheers
CLODO
Sergiom
(115632) 2016-01-06 6:38
Bonjour gert,
C'est une photo qui raconte une histoire et ton texte explicatif la raconte avec beaucoup de talent.La réception sera belle si on se fie aux sourires des jeunes hommes.
Amicalement
Serge
ChrisJ
(152324) 2016-01-06 7:05
Hello Gert!
I will have to dig through my archives as I spent a lot of time in Vilnius and took a lot of shots worthy of uploading to TE. Good sharpness and nice textural details of the brick wall in the bg which makes a good backdrop to the passing pair of men. Tfs!
jean113
(16029) 2016-01-06 7:38
Hello Gert,the expressions on the faces of the two young men says it all! Excitement and anticipation?
The contrast of their dark suits against the red brickwork is excellent.
A lovely spontaneous shot.
I like the accompanying shots too, thanks.
Regards Jean.
Nicou
(188378) 2016-01-06 8:06
Hello
les deux le même costume et le même lunette quel portrait et captage et scène dans le vi tout en marchant comme ils portent le carton et le panier et ce fond ocre presque orange et eux en noir superbe.
Bravo et amitié
Nicou
danos
(110395) 2016-01-06 8:07
Hello Gert,
nice the snapshot with the two guys to walking to the church where the ceremony of the marriage would taking place.Excellent the scene with the two others in the WS to complete perfect the whole scenery.Well done.
Regards,Danos
rychem
(68021) 2016-01-06 8:52
In all countries there is a big celebration, traditions are different but always gala clothes must be, and here as I see the feast will last long and all will be happy :))))
regards Ryszard
Cricri
(176) 2016-01-06 10:44
Hi Gert
Sympathique portrait de ces deux hommes en costumes le visage souriant, très belle scène de vie, belle lumière
belle soirée
cricri
papagolf21
(145060) 2016-01-06 11:32
Bonsoir, cher ami Gert,
Bravo, une fois de plus, vous avez su saisir ce moment drôle et original de ces jeunes gens se préparant à la fête.
Excellente réalisation;
Amitiés.
Philippe
Fis2
(142565) 2016-01-06 12:40
Witaj Gert!
I met this church before reading info :)
You show this beautiful Gothic church.
Very nice scene, excellent shot.
Good framing and colours.
Warm regards
Krzysztof
saxo042
(38078) 2016-01-06 13:01
Hej Gert,
Naturligtvis mycket bättre än det mesta som läggs upp på TE. En välstrukturerad bakgrund och de tvä männen som rör sig in i bilden balanseras av de mörka fönstren i andra hörnet av bilden.
Hälsningar
Gunnar
emka
(139102) 2016-01-06 13:28
Hi Gert, Who was expecting something? You the to capture newly weds or these guy the wedding reception? They have funny expressions, smooth men :), and I also like the black shoes. It amazes me always how you like weddings. Here we do not see the young couple but we see the preparations and the guests. I must look if I have some wedding pictures :). In Stockholm it was too cold, even with mild winter :), to see any.
This bažnyčia was my favourite in Vilnius. But there was one church that I missed. Just after I returned home I met a friend and he asked me- have you seen St. Peter and St. Paul's Church in the Antakalnis? I haven't. Knowing me you can imagine I was very upset :) I must go once more to Vilnius, I have some Coach Surfing friends there and it is not far.
Warm regards MAlgo
carlo62
(81023) 2016-01-06 14:02
Ciao Gert
la grande parete in mattoni che funziona bene come sfondo è sicuramente un particolare molto apprezzato su TE, i due ragazzi che vanno a festeggiare sorridendo, non fanno che aggiungere interesse alla tua foto. Ottimi anche i due ws.
Saluti
Carlo
ourania
(51103) 2016-01-06 14:13
Hello Gert,
great picture and great title:) The scene is flowing and it's very elegant with the black suits, the sunglasses, the well cropped brick and cobblestone context and, of course, the smiles. Theere's a sense of complicity and anticipation, a moment of contentment. Photographer and subjects made this picture both vibrant and stylish. I like the workshop pictures too, the interesting daily life scene and the "postcard":) Congratulations and thank you!
All the best, have a good night,
Ourania
adores
(46979) 2016-01-06 16:43
Hi Gert!
It was a good decision to post it, seems they are having lots of fun and they will probably have much more with those bottles:)! Maybe the basket has some candies also. Nice daily scene, I also like the patterns formed by the bricks of the church.
I answered you about the cat but I can't see the answer posted. I've posted a photo of them both a few weeks ago.
macjake
(92603) 2016-01-07 0:40
Hi Gert
on a side note...i know these guys are attending a wedding, but i never did get into the 'suit' attire or business attire. Getting dressed in a suit and tie everyday going to work REALLY is NOT my style - i'm much more laid back and informal.
Give me comfortable shoes anyday over those dressy shoes :)
as for the photo itself, yeah...good idea to exit the ceremony if its taking too long. at least you got yourself some shots outdoors - the lighting is better here anyways.
the bg red brick stands out for sure.
cheers
craig
rbassin
(27404) 2016-01-07 1:44
hello Gert,
un très bon cadrage sur la scène avec un fond couleur brique très agréable.
une scène joyeuse, des vêtements élégants d'un bon contraste.
Bonne jornée
Roland
pajaran
(92082) 2016-01-07 4:06
Dobar dan.
Intertesantan i dobar tekst o mestu i trenutku ...
Dobar rad sa lepim fotografijama u radionici, lepo pokazani veseli mladici i arhitektura, dobar kontrast, lepe boje, lepo uhvacen trenutak.
Lepa arhitektura.
Lepo popodne i sve najbolje, srecno.
Paja.
Good day.
Interesting and good text about the place and moment ...
Good work with beautiful photographs in the workshop, displayed beautifully happy young man and architecture, good contrast, beautiful colors, beautiful moment captured.
Beautiful architecture.
Nice afternoon and all the best, good luck.
Paja.
williewhistler
(16606) 2016-01-07 4:47
Hello Gert,
these two characters at first appear a little sinister dressed in dark suits and wearing sunglasses,however the baskets of goodies and bottles and happy grins soon give the game away.
Warm regard Les.
jhm
(191287) 2016-01-07 5:14
Hello Gert,
Two young men with bottles of wine and a nice gift.
When she not are the partner of bride no troubles, after almost 55 year, I shall a little know the difference.
Sharpness and clarity are wonderful.
An excellent composition and nice presentation.
Very well done, TFS.
Best regards,
John.
GyurMaster
(16626) 2016-01-07 5:20
Dear Gert,
What an excellent genre. The brick wall serves as a perfect background to this vivid scene full of motion an joy. The whole scene looks perfect.
Best Regards,
Gy.
tyro
(29026) 2016-01-07 5:26
Hello Gert,
Your main picture might not be "beautiful" though the two workshop ones are - but this one is definitely "fun" and a perfect capture of daily life, these two young wedding guests making their way apace while laden with "goodies" for the forthcoming wedding celebrations and no doubt looking forward to some food, drink and revelry themselves.
This is a perfect capture, very well seen and taken on the spur of the moment and of excellent quality. Your other two pictures are more considered and show both the fine facade of this brick built church and the gaily dressed wedding guests.
And, as always, an interesting note.
Excellent!
Kind Regards,
John.
Silvio1953
(191151) 2016-01-07 6:05
Ciao Gert, lovely composition with original couple, great texture on BG, fine details, wonderful colors, splendid light and excellent clarity, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio
ikeharel
(98746) 2016-01-07 8:02
I see two subjects here, Gert: those two guys on their way to party, smiling and happy for the moment.
Than realized the beautiful red and grey bricks walls and the decorated/painted window glasses.
Well spotted and collected the moment.
Good evening,
Ike
Royaldevon
(64274) 2016-01-07 11:15
Hello Gert,
Your photograph is immediately attractive because of its warm glow and strong patterns. They make an excellent backcloth against which to portray the figures, who match the mood of the b/g perfectly, with their warm interaction and shared knowledge!
I suspect that they are on their way to a party ''' their bags of goodies and happy demeanour are the clues!
My warm regards,
Bev :-)
lousat
(120953) 2016-01-07 14:35
Hi Gert,i thought to a gay couple going to do their wedding before to read the note..eehheeh...a great capture in a perfect timing to take the smiling faces with great sharpness,interesting pic and note and pics showing us other guests and the beautiful church too.Your post are always original and different,i like it! Have a nice weekend and thanks,Luciano
worldcitizen
(12758) 2016-01-07 16:42
Hello Gert,
I like this candid photo because you don't often see a nicely-dressed young man walking down the street with a wicker basket in his hand. :-) I also like the smiles, and the spontaneity of this moment. The red bricks make a great background, too.
abmdsudi
(81560) 2016-01-07 22:59
Hi Gert
Good timing and strong contrast, the striding figures are nicely placed. A thought, trying to put my critique hat on; I'm wondering if shallow dof might take eliminate some distraction from the harsh background which imho, is a bit disturbing. The composition and basic simplicity make it. Well done.
Best wishes
dkmurphys
(77034) 2016-01-08 5:12
Hi Gert,
That's a very funny scene with the suits carrying goods for a party. I like their good mood, well spotted street scene.
Daniel
adramad
(62618) 2016-01-08 10:57
Hello Gert.
Both this, as both the WS, we are at the moment happy event, well here you caught this couple guys, maybe carrying drinks and snacks to enjoy in the party, their happy smiles convey a good connection, excellent graphics church bricks as background.
beautiful natural colors, very good lighting and excellent sharpness.
Well done.
You enjoy the weekend.
Best wishes.
Luis.
mkamionka
(53742) 2016-01-09 10:57
Hi Gert,
indeed this is not my favourite type of photography, I prefer to see some more of the context, but I can appreciate the funny faces, their excitement is noticeable.
Nice fragment of the architecture. I would like to visit Vilnius very much but for the moment it is a bit further on the list. When I saw the people the first thing which came to my mind was "Men in black" but I agree that your title is much more interesting, pointing out the emotions of your models.
Very well done!
M
berek
(50508) 2016-01-09 23:17
Dear Gert
both have the same suit and the same window which portrait and scene in the capture and while walking as they carry the carton and the basket and this almost orange ocher background. good idea and result dear Gert . Congratulations.
Have a nice Sunday.
Burak Erek
Tue
(71822) 2016-01-10 1:53
Hello Gert,
Excellent capture of these two smartly dressed gentlemen on their way to the wedding. You captured the expressions on their faces really well. The old brick wall is a very nice background.
Lars
batalay
(41261) 2016-01-10 7:06
Hello Gert,
I like the photo very much ith lanky young men in an exuberant mood. Their black suits, long strides, and pointed black shoes help to create a Dickensian atmosphere, evocative of Victorian England.
Warm regards,
Bulent
eldancer1
(36343) 2016-01-11 7:21
Candid shots of people doing not just ordinary things but monumental events like weddings are always great, it is a happy occasion for those involve. Great capture of their smiles with good details. Well done, tfs.
PiotrF
(42590) 2016-01-11 15:59
Hello Gert,
A very attractive scene from daily life. Beautiful picture with fine details. I like very good framing, nice color, good quality and sharpness.
Good work.
Regards
Piotr
serp2000
(47063) 2016-01-13 11:24
Hello, Gert,
Happy New Year once again! Wow, so funny report, this is another side of a wedding. I see a few bottles for the guests. So this event would be full of joy and funny unforgettable moments.
Excellent capture of the men in black, good contrast with the red bricks of the church.
Greetings from NYC!
Serghei
Gigidusud
(21669) 2016-01-15 15:02
Hello Gert,
A festive scene well represented on a beautiful brick wall, excellent framing and good timing. Thanks for the WS, Well done!
Have a nice weekend.
Gigi
npecanhuk
(79319) 2016-01-18 17:16
Hallo Gert!
Lovely and amusing daily life photograph here too!
You capture such a good moment of those fellows there!
Special regards to the exposure, colors and composition in this vertical format!
TFS - congrats,
Cheers,
Neyvan
tatadalou
(7459) 2016-01-24 15:36
Hi Gert,
I think that this photo has all its place in TE's gallery. That's a nice scene you've captured, these two men smiling, preparing some drinks for wedding. The minimalism of your composition, with few colours and onl the two characters, makes it more impactful.
Best regards,
Delphine
Karolina999
(0) 2016-01-26 6:15
Dear Gert,
smooth and funny guys, amazing scene and scenery, ideal background, wonderful bricks, good colors, very good sharpness.
Thanx for sharing.
Cheeers!!!
jmdias
(91870) 2016-01-28 5:18
gert
marvelous image. I liked the intense sense of movement, life and human joy we have here, improved with the rich background of the tiles and the graphic element created by the black clothes. very nice. an excellent image.
hugs
jorge
delpeoples
(60326) 2016-01-30 1:28
Ciao Gert
What a pity that you felt this photo was not beautiful enough for TE. Not only is it beautiful, it stands out in your Gallery. I love the rich colours and sense of dynamism. The textures of the pavement and the brick walls are also important elements. Your 2 subjects are delightful. Well done!
Cheers
Lisa
mcmtanyel
(54491) 2016-01-30 20:38
Hello Gert,
I see why you would want to upload this photo and am glad you did. There is something special about these men in black carrying on in front of a red wall. The color and textures are lovely. Well seen and rendered, TFS!
Regards,
MT
iainsp
(3298) 2017-01-21 5:29
Greetings Gert,
A fantastic post - love the high contrast between the black suits and the nicely saturated brick background. Not sure whether it makes me think more of The Blues Brothers or Reservoir Dogs - either way a great shot. Iain.
sacimar
(36879) 2017-05-17 6:34
Hello Gert,
I like this photo, you captured an interesting scene with the two men walking on a beautiful street, the composition with the brick facade in the back is excellent, well done,
Best regards,
Sergio
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Copyright: Gert Holmertz (holmertz)
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- Genre: ¢íèñùðïé
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- Date Taken: 2013-06-00
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- Camera: Canon Ixus 1000 HS
- ¸êäïóç öùôïãñáößáò: Ðñùôüôõðç Ýêäïóç, Workshop
- Date Submitted: 2016-01-06 6:20
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