Patch . . .

[RJSorensen]

My old friend 'Patch' agreed to sit for me, letting me get one of those rare portraits of him. Patch is a woodworker by trade. He fashions his creations without power tools, much as before the 1850's He is a master of his craft and his work is 'art' and wildly known in our local area. Being 'artsy' he is also eccentric . . . and thus won't stand much for having his photograph taken. I don't know what got into him this day. He even 'spit' his chaw for me. I did not have to ask, nor would I dare to. Out here people are given their 'berth' to be as they would be. As such we have many 'individuals, lol.

I hope Patch strikes a place with you as well.

Canon G2

[Andy_T]

Very nice picture 8)

Would he have used his cane on you for asking him to stand up?

Best regards,
Andy

[RJSorensen]

I think so . . . he is his own man.

[Michaelmjc]

Great shot, what happened to his eye?

[RJSorensen]

He lost it in a bar fight when he was younger. A fellow gouged out his eye with his thumb. I think cause Patch took off his nose and part of his ear. You would have to ask the other guy though . . . to get a fair take on the story.

[stoneylonesome]

I love this photo, Being here in New England we have a lot of local characters just like Patch especially farther north, There what truely defines an area. :) :)

[Maureen Souza]

Very nice...it sure has that old west feel.

Maureen

[pompano64]

i got to see tin cup! ya got my attention. looks like there is a little americana left! nice shot

[Steve Parr]

Mr. Sorensen, I'll say this:

I've looked at countless photographs since I joined this forum, and I always find myself trying to find yours first. Your photos, combined with your narratives, always put a smile on my face...

Steve

[RJSorensen]

Thank you Steve. Good photographs always have a story that goes with them . . . a feeling or mood for which they were created. They are an expression of ourselves to a great extent. So-so photographs can be improved with a 'good story-line,' helping also ran's to be over achievers . . .

It only takes a few moments to write and one gets to 'play with words' as well as share your view or expressions regarding the post. So many 'throw' up a picture with a tag line, 'Look at This!" or "What do You Think?" and leave it all up to you. I suppose I did this at the first, but after I read one of the sticky's at the top of the page(s) where Pekka asks very plainly that we —

"Be sure your post title includes some description of image content. Try write something about the images: story, what camera, what settings, circumstances, lighting... something."

I know that I like to see the lens and camera used in other posts . . . so I am on a one may crusade to show that a little time spent in the preparation of a post will help, everyone. Much more enjoyable for all involved. And if you don't want to read the byline . . . the photograph is still there.

I am glad that someone did read the simple preamble, thank you.

[Moppie]

I would never call your preamples simple, and they certianly add to the photograph.

Its a great image, you should print it , frame it, and quitly leave it somewhere for him to find.

Have you ever shot any of his work?

[Redbird_xo]

One of those natural and genuine pictures. Excellent!

[pradeep1]

I used to work in WV and met and know a few characters like Patch.

[Larry_NB]

I am sure Patch could tell many stories. Your photo of him does as well. As others have said, your shots are always great to see and read !

[sparker1]

Just a terrific photograph, and the story adds a lot, as well. I truly admire people like him, and there are still a few around here. The tools he uses tell much about his character...loyalty and persistence.

Great work, as always.