The tide is high and I'm moving on...

The tide is high and I'm moving on... by Paul Louis Villani

The tide is high and I'm moving on...

From a shoot on 27-01-08 with Alateia and others from the Shooters Gallery
She organised absolutely everything, from the location, model and also managed all the artistic direction whilst on location.

Calendars
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Architecture
B&W Photography
Transitional Industrial Utopian Series
Abstract
Beautiful Humans
Wearable Art
Cards For All Occasions


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The tide is high and I'm moving on... belongs to the following groups:

*MELBOURNE SHOOTERS GALLERY & EVENTS*
  • Dan Cahill

    Dan Cahill, 5 months ago

    WOW. This is superb. Awesome shot

  • Kurt  Tutschek

    Kurt Tutschek, 5 months ago

    one word: outstanding! Brilliant work, Paul.

  • Rhys Jones

    Rhys Jones, 5 months ago

    F#*@! Can I say that? My god, I thought the previous one was good…

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you kindly Dan and Kurt! :D

  • Cathie Tranent

    Cathie TranentAdelaide Meatspace Coordinator, 5 months ago

    Absolutely amazing Paul! Gobsmacked again!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    LOL!! Thanks Rhys!! Sure you can say that!! hehehe!!
    Thank you too Cathie! :D

  • Daniel Rayfield

    Daniel RayfieldDiplomat, 5 months ago

    Brilliart!!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    LOL! Well thank you 6point1! :D

  • Ian  James

    Ian James, 5 months ago

    Cool image what is the guy wearing…....? not the kind of beach wear you see often. Well captured image I really like the way the water from her hair has been captured.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    No, not the usual beach wear!! LOL! Thanks very kindly Ian! :D

  • micmac

    micmac, 5 months ago

    So cool ,superb shot.

  • PaulHealey

    PaulHealey, 5 months ago

    Excellent stuff.

  • Wickerman

    Wickerman, 5 months ago

    Stunning work – absolutely amazing

  • Benjamin Young

    Benjamin Young, 5 months ago

    This is Brilliant Paul…..

  • Jeff  Burns

    Jeff Burns, 5 months ago

    My God are you talented and unique…. with a massive artillery of artistic skills.
    You are incredible Paul this is jaw dropping awesome.
    Great work buddy!

  • Heather  Rivet  IPA

    Heather Rivet..., 5 months ago

    amazing well done..I agree with Jeff

  • Carl Chick

    Carl Chick, 5 months ago

    Excellent composition and the motion is tremendous!

  • Anisha Aiyappa

    Anisha Aiyappa, 5 months ago

    what vitality. wonderul

  • StacyLee

    StacyLee, 5 months ago

    This is brilliant Paul!!! Love it!

  • Matt Turve

    Matt Turve, 5 months ago

    nice

  • Oli Johnson

    Oli Johnson, 5 months ago

    wow. stunning capture

  • vonnie1989

    vonnie1989, 5 months ago

    Beautiful, it’s like Neptune rising from the depths, with a beautiful treasure, sorry just love mythology..

  • Suzanne German

    Suzanne German, 5 months ago

    F A N T A S T I C shot! – lovely stuff….straight to my favs!

  • AnaBanana

    AnaBanana, 5 months ago

    amazing shot

  • LocoCow

    LocoCow, 5 months ago

    Ohenom. Lighting and look.. Great Models and picture perfect …

  • John Robb

    John Robb, 5 months ago

    Great grab PLV.

  • marieancolie

    marieancolie, 5 months ago

    In my fav. it goes immediately :)

  • Helen McLean

    Helen McLean, 5 months ago

    Fan-bloody-tastic!!!!!!

  • Kym  Breeze

    Kym Breeze, 5 months ago

    stunning image from the movement to the tones…..really great…cheers

  • Peter Davidson

    Peter Davidson, 5 months ago

    Really great shot! I’m impressed!

  • Chanel2

    Chanel2, 5 months ago

    Fantastic image and so creative. Your treatment is excellent… as usual:)

  • Larry Varley

    Larry Varley, 5 months ago

    Brilliant shot, love the metallic feel to it

  • Chris White

    Chris White, 5 months ago

    Damn this is awesome Paul!

  • gypsygirl

    gypsygirl, 5 months ago

    Wow, this is fantastic, love it!

  • Halcyon007

    Halcyon007, 5 months ago

    Amazing timing Paul. The b&w just trebles the enjoyment

  • Gerard Rotse

    Gerard Rotse, 5 months ago

    Nice work.

  • LisaG

    LisaG, 5 months ago

    Its all been said – BLOODY BRILLIANT…...the timing is amazing….

  • bodymechanic

    bodymechanic, 5 months ago

    maaaaaaate, u belong on a coffee table in ur own book PLV! u raise the bar every photo!!!

  • Paul Vanzella

    Paul Vanzellaworks here, 5 months ago

    You’ve built something quite remarkable here – what an incredibe scene!!!! In awe!

  • Sharon Hammond

    Sharon Hammond, 5 months ago

    Sensational stuff Paul

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Wow! Thank you so much guys!!
    I’m blown away by your response! micmac, Paul, Wickerman, Benjamin, Jeff, Heather, Carl, Anisha, StacyLee, Matt, Oli, Vonnie1989, Suzanne, Anabana, LocoCow, John, marieancollie, Helen, Kym, Peter, Chanel2, Larry, Chris, gypsygirl, Stuart, Gerard, LisaG, bodymechanic, PaulVZ and Sharon! :D

  • georgieb

    georgieb, 5 months ago

    this is fantastic! i love the sheen on their bodies and the way the showering of water has followed the flick of her head. wish i could create something like this :)

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very kindly georgieb! :D

  • Erin Lyall

    Erin Lyall, 5 months ago

    This is fantastic, it was so hard capturing good shots in the low light there too. Amazing photo.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you so much Erin! :D

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you to the person who purchased this as a print. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

  • frankc

    frankc, 5 months ago

    Nailed it! Absolutely spot on … well done;-)

  • Juilee P Pryor

    Juilee P Pryor, 5 months ago

    great shot! really vibrant and edgy. I can’t stop looking at the guys togs though…. I just cant quite work it out. ...has he got tights on?

  • Sara Lamond

    Sara Lamond, 5 months ago

    Great light! – but I’m with Juilee on his, um, nether regions, lol.

    Juilee – guess we shouldn’t be staring…

  • Karen Cougan

    Karen Cougan, 5 months ago

    very sexy
    xkc

  • Wendy  Slee KMA

    Wendy Slee KMA, 5 months ago

    sheeer brilliance!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very kindly frankc, Juliee (LOL!! They are ballet tights!), Sara (LOL!!) and Karen! :D

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    You are way tooooo kind, thank you Wendy! :D

  • rsmac

    rsmac, 5 months ago

    Wow – great capture. Well done.

  • Rose Moxon

    Rose Moxon, 5 months ago

    wow paul!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very kindly Ray and Rose! :D

  • shawhouse

    shawhouse, 5 months ago

    very cool…wow!

  • kcranmer

    kcranmer, 5 months ago

    OMG awesome work!!!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thanks so very much Shawhouse and kcranmer! :D

  • Lee Burgess

    Lee Burgess, 5 months ago

    OMG Paul!!!! This is sensational…!!!!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    You are way too kind Lee, thank you!! :D

  • martin venit

    martin venit, 5 months ago

    Amazing, and it feels as if the energy in the shot was fun. The image made me feel they were an extension of the water.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you so very kindly vanhalen! :D

  • Steven Potashnyk

    Steven Potashnyk, 5 months ago

    Great work paul… looks like you didnt get much sleep last night… ha, dont spend ya whole day infronty of the computer today….

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    LOL!!! Too late!
    I’ve been in fornt of my pc since 9am this morning catching up on some work I have to hand in by the end of the week! Damn, could’nt get to watch any cricket!! Thanks Steven! :D

  • purehart05

    purehart05, 5 months ago

    This is breathtaking…. Simply gorgeous.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very kindly purehart05! :D

  • Jodi Webb

    Jodi Webb, 5 months ago

    God – this is absolutely stunning. I love the movement with the wet hair that you’ve captured and the B&W of this! WOW.

  • Roz McQuillan

    Roz McQuillan, 5 months ago

    Fabulous shot Paul. Works so well in b&w.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thanks so very much Jodi and Roz! :D

  • NaturalByNature

    NaturalByNature, 5 months ago

    Such an eye catching shot. I second Bodymechanic’s comment above. Well done.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Well thank you Kylie! It’s going to have to be one heck of a sturdy coffee table if I’m getting on it!! hehehe ;p!

  • Enrico Bettesworth

    Enrico Bettesw..., 5 months ago

    Great work Paul… what a capture! Great to see you at BSG the other day… Cheers! :D

  • Shawn Cooney

    Shawn Cooney, 5 months ago

    Just an amazing shot!

  • Mugsy

    Mugsy, 5 months ago

    Another great image!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very much Enrico, Shawn and Mugsy! :D

  • Deborah Parkin

    Deborah Parkin, 5 months ago

    Paul, this is just amazing – such a powerful and beautiful image – top class!!! :)

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you so much Deb! :D

  • Marnie Kirkness

    Marnie Kirkness, 5 months ago

    Extraordinary!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you kindly Marnie! :D

  • Damian

    Damian, 5 months ago

    Brilliant shot Paul, love the arc of water!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thanks so much Damian! :D

  • Lisadee

    Lisadee, 5 months ago

    Poetry.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very kindly Lisadee! :D

  • Firedrake

    Firedrake, 5 months ago

    Fantastic shot. Love the way they are interacting with each other too.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you kindly FireDrake! :D

  • metronomad

    metronomad, 5 months ago

    simply amazing! bravo!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Grazie metronomad! :D

  • Cathleen Tarawhiti

    Cathleen Taraw..., 5 months ago

    Wow, you’re both fantastic.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thanks heaps Cathleen! :D

  • Jenni Smith

    Jenni Smith, 5 months ago

    perfect timing, looks brilliant, congrats.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you so very kindly Jenni! :D

  • Jodie Johnson

    Jodie Johnson, 5 months ago

    I just love your effects – you’re a master!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Oh Jodie, that is being way too generous!
    I am merely priviledged to be able to explore and discover new things and find new ways to capture them.
    Your sentiment is humbly appreciated! :D

  • Kharma

    Kharma, 5 months ago

    superb unique creative capture …

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you so very kindly Kharma! :D

  • jerry  alcantara

    jerry alcantara, 5 months ago

    amazing!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very much Jerry! :D

  • Rudschinat

    Rudschinat, 5 months ago

    another great shot, like your work

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you kindly Rudschinat! :D

  • wanda lechene

    wanda lechene, 5 months ago

    wow this is amazing i give this a AAAA and more A’s

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    LOL!! Thank you Wanda! :D

  • halftone

    halftone, 5 months ago

    How lucky you are to have such a wonderful group! What a magnificent image you’ve produced here Paul!!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very much halftone! :D

  • Jeremy Harrington

    Jeremy Harrington, 5 months ago

    this is awesome.. brilliant work Paul

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very much Jeremy! :D

  • Holly Werner

    Holly Werner, 5 months ago

    Excellent image Paul.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very kindly Holly! :D

  • gena44

    gena44, 5 months ago

    Wow what an awesome shot….

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you so very much gena44! :D

  • Herkissable

    Herkissable, 5 months ago

    wow!! and check out all your comments….your a STAR!!*

  • DawsonImages

    DawsonImages, 5 months ago

    Brilliant timing

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    LOL! Thanks heaps Herkissable and DawsonImages! :D

  • Andrew Bosman

    Andrew Bosman, 5 months ago

    Exceptional PLV.

  • Andrew Klym

    Andrew Klym, 5 months ago

    Wow what a great shot Paul, good timing.

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very kindly Andrew and Andrew!! LOL! :D

  • Antoine Dagobert

    Antoine Dagobert, 5 months ago

    Superb image Paul!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very much Antoine! :D

  • Jamie Lee

    Jamie Lee, 5 months ago

    This is fantastic!!!!! Absolutely!!!!!

  • Peter Lawrie

    Peter Lawrie, 5 months ago

    Brilliant image. The team work came up with what I think is a superb piece of work. :o)

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you so very kindly Jamie and Peter! :D

  • Innercreation

    Innercreation, 5 months ago

    WOW!!!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thanks heaps Innercreation! :D

  • Globalphotos

    Globalphotos, 5 months ago

    Awesome work, such incredible timing !!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you kindly Globalphotos! :D

  • Julie Langford

    Julie LangfordGreeter, 5 months ago

    Wow Paul – must have missed this one while I was down with flu – Sure glad I came to look around – Awesome awesome work

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very kindly Julie! :D

  • dairygirl

    dairygirl, 5 months ago

    wow I really love this ine it is superb and I love the treatment as well

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you kindly dairygirl! :D

  • Andy73

    Andy73, 5 months ago

    Gawd, this is brilliant Paul. Awesome timing, tones, comp, trreatment and everything else. Love this!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    That’s very kind of you, thanks Andrea! :D

  • sweetscent62

    sweetscent62, 5 months ago

    What can I say that hasn’t already been said… this is awesome.. Wendy

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you kindly sweetscent62! :D

  • Globalphotos

    Globalphotos, 5 months ago

    Bravo !!!! Brilliant image :))

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thanks so much Globalphotos! :D

  • Liz  Wohlrab

    Liz Wohlrab, 5 months ago

    the power that is held in this photograph is bigger then i could ever imagine
    and at the same time you have captured the expression that is natural and beautiful that they share between one another

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    Thank you very kindly Liz! :D

  • Charlotte Ottilo

    Charlotte Ottilo, 5 months ago

    Gezz I’ve got a finger cramp from scrolling! Good god man! Oh wait I have to back up and look some more.. ok.. Wow what an awesome capture! I see your really an awesome photographer!! Well done!

  • Paul Louis Villani

    Paul Louis Vil..., 5 months ago

    LOL! Thank you kindly Charlotte! :D

  • Siafu

    Siafu, 5 months ago

    Long time no see. Great