Falling

Falling by Robert Knapman

Falling

This was one of the selected shots I took for the series ‘When He’s Away’. It was for an Adelaide 2006 exhibition for the Feast Arts and Cultural Festival.

Image copyright © 2007, Robert Knapman. Copying and displaying or redistribution of this image without permission from the artist is strictly prohibited.

Falling belongs to the following groups:

Black and White Photography, Gay Themed Art and Writing and Kairos - Capturing the Decisive Moment
  • Marilyn Brown

    Marilyn Brown, about 1 year ago

    Great genre photo, love the B&W.

  • Robert Knapman

    Robert Knapman, about 1 year ago

    Thanks MB. B&W creates great possibilities.

  • Susan Trigg

    Susan Trigg, about 1 year ago

    Very nice – lovely textures and composition!

  • mayuphoto

    mayuphoto, about 1 year ago

    Great shot Robert. I really like it!

  • Helene Kippert

    Helene Kippert, about 1 year ago

    Great image Robert.

  • shayne2011

    shayne2011, about 1 year ago

    that’s just beautiful, the tonal composition is superb!

  • Robert Knapman

    Robert Knapman, about 1 year ago

    Cheers Helen, mauphoto and lizzy. Ahh thanks Shayne – a real fave of mine. He fell asleep during the shoot which worked wonderfuly :)

  • Kim Shillington

    Kim Shillington, about 1 year ago

    There is such a peace and beautiful feeling about this. You ooze romance in some of your images. I love that soft side in you, it projects such emotions with the camera. Beautiful Robert:)

  • Kitsmumma

    Kitsmumma, about 1 year ago

    Beautiful work Robert. The light is gorgeous especially on that long slender hand.

  • Robert Knapman

    Robert Knapman, about 1 year ago

    Thanks Kim, what a lovely comment and complimant. I’m really chuffed ;) and Sylvia yes his arms were beautiful. He’s a dancer and has the form to create extraordinary beauty on stage.

  • Mel Brackstone

    Mel Brackstone, about 1 year ago

    This is such a beautiful shot, Robert.

  • marco britti

    marco britti, about 1 year ago

    I`ve done a few drawings about the sleep, one of mine all time favourite sobject .You have captured the essence of the moment in an almost classical way.Bravo!

  • Judith Oppenheimer

    Judith Oppenhe..., about 1 year ago

    Love the b/w and composition.

  • Kerry McFarland

    Kerry McFarland, about 1 year ago

    Oh!!! I just found your work, and I’m in love!! What great images.

  • micmac

    micmac, about 1 year ago

    Light and tone are perfect, a very telling image.

  • Dan Cahill

    Dan Cahill, 11 months ago

    Love the lighting. Very tender shot

  • Christina Norwood

    Christina Norwood, 11 months ago

    Light and texture is wonderful here Robert. This works so well in B&W. Like the bright light on the empty place – the spirit is still there.

  • Michael J Armijo

    Michael J Armijo, 11 months ago

    Sensual and romantic. Excellent. WOW. ;)

  • ltruskett

    ltruskett, 11 months ago

    lovely composition and execution.

  • Robert Knapman

    Robert Knapman, 11 months ago

    Thanks everyone for commenting on this and appreciating its depth and beauty. Thanks .)

  • thelisashow

    thelisashow, 11 months ago

    I love this.

  • Henk Stolk

    Henk Stolk, 11 months ago

    Wonderful frame.. strong story

  • stephen  jones

    stephen jones, 10 months ago

    well done

  • jotography

    jotography, 9 months ago

    The light on the skin is brilliant contrasting with all the textures. Stunning work.

  • Darlene

    Darlene, 9 months ago

    Nicely done! His position, the light, and even the plain bedding comes together perfectly for this shot!

  • Glenn Storey

    Glenn Storey, 6 months ago

    Love the crispness of the sheets, beautiful lighting.

  • LinaJ

    LinaJ, 4 months ago

    great capture! love the rich shadows on the sheets!

  • RSart

    RSart, 4 months ago

    could we strike a deal? i carry your camera and tripod around for tu in exchange for the tricks i’d learn from tu along the way? pretty pretty please? i know it means relocating.. but hell, its only 24 hour flight : )

  • Robert Knapman

    Robert Knapman in reply to RSart’s comment, 4 months ago

    Deal. I reckon I’d be learning a few tricks from you too. What fun. When can we start ,)))

  • Michael J Armijo

    Michael J Armijo, 4 months ago

    Beautiful work, Robert. ;)

  • Paul Tait

    Paul Tait, 4 months ago

    here we go. Great work

  • drjones

    drjones, 15 days ago

    beautiful…and sexual. nice work

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