The Courage to Dream
An imageI for the series ‘When He’s Away’ – 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.
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Marilyn Brown
Great genre photo, love the B&W.
Robert Knapman
Thanks MB. B&W creates great possibilities.
lizzy
Very nice – lovely textures and composition!
mayuphoto
Great shot Robert. I really like it!
Helene Kippert
Great image Robert.
shayne2011
that’s just beautiful, the tonal composition is superb!
Robert Knapman
Cheers Helen, mauphoto and lizzy. Ahh thanks Shayne – a real fave of mine. He fell asleep during the shoot which worked wonderfuly :)
kimshillington
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
Beautiful work Robert. The light is gorgeous especially on that long slender hand.
Robert Knapman
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
This is such a beautiful shot, Robert.
marco britti
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 Oppenhe...
Love the b/w and composition.
Kerry McFarland
Oh!!! I just found your work, and I’m in love!! What great images.
micmac
Light and tone are perfect, a very telling image.
Dan Cahill
Love the lighting. Very tender shot
Christina Norwood
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
Sensual and romantic. Excellent. WOW. ;)
ltruskett
lovely composition and execution.
Robert Knapman
Thanks everyone for commenting on this and appreciating its depth and beauty. Thanks .)
thelisashow
I love this.
HenkStolk
Wonderful frame.. strong story
stephen jones
well done
jotography
The light on the skin is brilliant contrasting with all the textures. Stunning work.
Darlene Marrya...
Nicely done! His position, the light, and even the plain bedding comes together perfectly for this shot!
Glenn Storey
Love the crispness of the sheets, beautiful lighting.
LinaJ
great capture! love the rich shadows on the sheets!
RSart
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 replied
Deal. I reckon I’d be learning a few tricks from you too. What fun. When can we start ,)))
Michael J Armijo
Beautiful work, Robert. ;)
Paul Tait
here we go. Great work
drjones
beautiful…and sexual. nice work
Ushna Sardar
fabulous capture!
Robert Knapman replied
Thankyou Ushna .)
Laurie Search
What a gorgeous mood, and a stunning image!
Robert Knapman replied
Thanks Laurie :)