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Curious Elderly Woman in Southern India – Black and White Wall Art

This street portrait photograph captures a moment of curiosity and perhaps even a little mischief. The older woman stands there, her hand lightly brushing her lips as if caught in mid-thought or shyly responding to being photographed. Though weathered with time, her eyes still gleam with a sense of life. She’s not just standing still; she’s engaging, drawing you in with her gaze.

Her sari, simple yet elegant, wraps around her frail frame, while her walking stick speaks of both age and endurance. There’s a certain timelessness in the way she stands, as if this moment could belong to any era. The backdrop—a closed shop’s metal shutters—adds an interesting contrast. While the world around her seems paused, she remains very much alive, very present.

The black-and-white choice works beautifully here in this daily-life photograph. It emphasizes the texture of her skin, her clothes, and the background without the distraction of color. You can feel the roughness of the metal shutters behind her and the softness of the fabric on her shoulder. Every wrinkle on her hand, every strand of her hair, tells a story of time passed, but her expression feels ageless.

While taking this street photo, the quiet resilience she exuded struck me most. Despite her age and the clear signs of a life lived, there was still that spark of curiosity, that sense of engagement with the world. She wasn’t just an elderly woman standing by the roadside—she was a personality, a story, a moment waiting to be captured.

I remember her looking directly into the camera, and I could feel that connection. It wasn’t just about photographing an elderly woman; it was about capturing the energy she still carried. Her hand at her lips, the slightly raised brow—those small details brought so much life to the image.

© Dan Kosmayer, 2010

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As the creator, I personally print, sign, and package every print at my studio in Haliburton, Ontario. These prints are then shipped worldwide via Canada Post free of charge. Therefore, delivery times can vary based on location, anywhere from a few days to several weeks.

Additionally, when traveling and shooting on location, orders placed during these periods will be dispatched upon my return. This may result in delivery times extending to several weeks. However, rest assured that the wait for these unique pieces is well worth it!

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