George Tyler
July 2026 - Thread Merchant
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Recently we took a tour of Egypt. As we walked thru the market, I saw this man with a spinning wheel. I liked the colors of his threads, but thought it would be a better B&W. I cropped and masked the pictures to make sure the highlights were around him and his wheel. Maybe a color version with very bright threads would also work? I did put my signature on this, which won’t happen with normal submissions.
6 comments posted
You got a very good B&W rendition for this environmental portrait. However, I prefer the original color version, especially if the reds and yellows are pumped up. You had a challenge with strong light and shadows, but you managed them very well. On another note: I find his expression a little awkward, not very friendly. Posted: 07/06/2026 23:02:06
Jose, I find that most vendors don't seem friendly. All they want to do is bargain. Posted: 07/14/2026 23:37:33
Hi George! I think both versions work well, with a different feel. I think I would choose the monochrome one for its timeless quality and beautiful tones. The color version maybe concentrates more on the scene while the B&W is more about the proud craftsman himself? Posted: 07/07/2026 20:43:50
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Nice vendor shot. Was the wheel perhaps only decorative? Posted: 07/16/2026 01:06:36
It looks like the wheel and thread are strung together. I didn't get that close to inspect. Posted: 07/18/2026 22:12:29
I prefer the mono version, as your treatment really makes the merchant stand out, and for me, he is the center of interest. Posted: 07/17/2026 22:55:50