Chess Master..

Artist: Basia McAuley
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Chess Master..

This is my dad. He’s been playing chess his whole life and he is in his 80’s now, he lives and breathes chess and that’s why I always call him chess master. When I was little he taught me to play (and insisted that I do!) and today he was teaching my oldest boy to play chess. I just had to capture it, he gets so intense and thoughtful when he plays. There is a few more in this series which I will download in the coming days.

Chess Master.. belongs to the following groups:

Australian Portraits and Everyday Life

Roy barry, 7 months ago

What an Absolute “Belter” of a Portrait, superb light. great subject and narrative and so much pride from you.
Fantastic.
Darren Sharp, 7 months ago

Deep in thought love it well done Basia!!!
poppykitten, 7 months ago

This is a fantasitc image, it provokes real though and must be a memory jolter for you.
Basia McAuley, 7 months ago

Thank you Roy, Darren & Poppykitten! Yes, it does bring back memories but I still see it all the time!
Rhys Jones, 7 months ago

Perfect Basia, Im enjoying this one
Marnie Kirkness, 7 months ago

what a terrific portrait in both skill and emotional content. The black and white on the board and his tie are perfect.
Basia McAuley, 7 months ago

Thank you Rhys & Marnie! Yes, I did like his b&w tie! He’s always wears a suit & tie, it’s just that generation.
Andy Evans, 7 months ago

Another good one – the tie adds to it – was it intentional?
One to keep in that family file
Angela Stewart, 7 months ago

What a fabulous image. I agree that the tie adds so much to the effect…especially since he always wears one. What a precious keepsake for your family!
Irene Burdell, 7 months ago

Perfect capture , the complete concentration . Superb.
Antanas, 7 months ago

great portrait, well done
Brad Sumner GLP, 7 months ago

Awesome portrait, Basia. Just perfect in Black and White!
Von McKnelly, 7 months ago

Chess keeps the mind sharp…I bet he’s pretty sharp but I’ll kick his butt in checkers! (hillbilly chess)
MDossat, 7 months ago

Captures the moment perfectly. Great job.
Robin Webster, 7 months ago

Absolutely wonderful!
ferndesign, 7 months ago

awesome capture
Ellie Winds, 7 months ago

wonderful portrait.
Phil Thomson IPA, 7 months ago

Awesome Portrait Image, Basia!!!! Full of character and ‘Magic of the Moment’ !!
anaphotography, 7 months ago

Great capture Basia…wonderful Image…
Tina monroe, 7 months ago

reminds me of my grandfather teaching me to play when I was little. great capture.
cdwork, 7 months ago

Brings back memories- excellent shot in B & W
Michele Duncan..., 7 months ago

Excellent perspective in this shot!
Rebs O, 7 months ago

fantastic capture
Birgitta, 7 months ago

I like this angle! This is neat…and passionate!
I LOVE chess. My Dad was a Chessmaster.
This brings back great memories. Thanks. :)
kcranmer, 7 months ago

Excellent candid shot!
Judith Oppenhe..., 7 months ago

this is a wonderful image, love the comp, the b/w of the board and pieces, his tie, his position and concentration (i play chess too – barely), just everything about this.
augz, 7 months ago

A thinking game! Awesome capture and love the B&W!
Basia McAuley, 7 months ago

Thank you, thank you, thank you for all your warm and positive comments, I am so humbled.
Basia McAuley, 7 months ago

Hi, and just for the record, no, the tie wasn’t intentional, he was just visiting us yesterday and stayed for a game of chess with my oldest boy.
Ellen, 7 months ago

A beautiful moment, very nice photo!
marcusjohn, 7 months ago

Beautiful image Basia, another wonderful moment captured..BTW ( fantastic angle and tones)
Basia McAuley, 7 months ago

Thank you Ellen & Marcus!
midzing, 7 months ago

fantastic shot,,,well done
Michael Gatch, 7 months ago

very nice capture.
Basia McAuley, 7 months ago

Thank you Midzing & Michael.
ltruskett, 7 months ago

What a s t u n n i n g portrait. Really that is all I can say…....
Gerard Rotse, 7 months ago

Nice photo. Checkmate
bobbymcleod, 7 months ago

you’ve captured him in the moment! and the fact that he’s your dad makes it more special…not only for you…but for us too! thanks for sharing!
Antoine Dagobert, 7 months ago

Agree to the all above..great story in this shot! well done Basia1
Basia McAuley, 7 months ago

Thanks everyone.. Once again!
Jeremy Harrington, 7 months ago

this is a wonderful shot Basia… very nice work
Basia McAuley in reply to Jeremy Harrington’s comment, 7 months ago

Thanks Jeremy, much appreciated :o)
BlindCopy, 3 months ago

Just fabulous!