THE VILLAGE CHIEF

RakeshSyal

THE VILLAGE CHIEF

My model and senior friend Mr Shammi Kapoor, all set to pose for me as village sarpanch. A sarpanch is a democratically elected head of a village level statutory institution of local self-Government called the Gram (village) Panchayat in India and also in Pakistan. He, together with other elected Panches (members), constitute the Gram Panchayat.The Sarpanch is the focal point of contact between government officers and the village community. It is an elected position. Recently, there have been proposals to give Sarpanches small judicial powers under Panchayati Raj.

Nikon D200, Nikkor 28-105

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THE VILLAGE CHIEF by RakeshSyal
THE VILLAGE CHIEF by RakeshSyal
  • Naveen Sharma

    Naveen Sharma

    fantastic portraits & nice effect….........

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Many thanks Naveen!

  • whalegeek

    whalegeek

    Those piercing eyes of your friend make this portrait special. I like the black and white treatment as well. Well done. Additionally, thank you for the information about your friend’s position in his village. I’ve learned something today, always a good way to begin one’s morning.

  • RakeshSyal replied

    You are so welcome my friend!

  • anandbakshi

    anandbakshi

    Beautiful Portrait and expression sir

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Thanks dear anand!

  • AroonKalandy

    AroonKalandy

    So very professional dear sir,,,,,,,Absolutely gorgeous Portrait,,,,,,,,,,,

  • RakeshSyal replied

    You are so welcome, Aroon!

  • Ellen

    Ellen

    Another very beautiful portrait!

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Thank you so much sweetaRt!

  • Sibel Sancar

    Sibel Sancar

    this is a fantastic portrait

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Many thanks for your kind visit, Sibel

  • Mukesh Srivastava

    Mukesh Srivastava

    Great portrait,Rakeshji!!!!! Love the expression of Shammiji….A perfect Sarpanch!!!!!!!

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Thank you Bhai!

  • Charuhas  Images

    Charuhas Images

    Excellent portrait with superb details. Very royal personality.

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Many thanks for your kind visit, ny dear one!

  • artisandelimage

    artisandelimage

    excellent portrait with beautiful tones and great lighting !
    my best, francis.

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Many thanks for your kind words, francis!

  • Jean M. Laffitau

    Jean M. Laffitau

    What an outstanding portrait!

  • RakeshSyal replied

    You are so welcome, Jean!

  • Warren Williams

    Warren Williams

    Top class.

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Many thanks Warren!!

  • Bunny Clarke

    Bunny Clarke

    You do the best and most moving portraits. Superb lighting and treatment. Gorgeous work.

  • RakeshSyal replied

    You are so welcome, Bunny!

  • Richard Allen

    Richard Allen

    Stunning image and so very well exposed and lit, I’m very impressed… :)

  • RakeshSyal replied

    You are so welcome, Richard!

  • geoff curtis

    geoff curtis

    Wonderful shot.

  • RakeshSyal replied

    You are so welcome, geoff!

  • Shelly Hiebert

    Shelly Hiebert

    What an incredible and perfect portrait. I just love your work :)

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Thanks a million, Shelly!

  • RajeevKashyap

    RajeevKashyap

    Absolutely Fantastic Portrait Work Sir Ji!

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Many thanks, Rajeev!

  • Clare Colins

    Clare Colins

    Great portrait…perfect lighting

  • RakeshSyal replied

    You are so welcome, Clare!

  • Trish O'Brien
  • RakeshSyal replied

    Thank you so much Trish!

  • Béla Török

    Béla Török

    Fantastic image, Rakesh!

  • RakeshSyal replied

    Many thanks Bela!

  • Graham Jones

    Graham Jones 14 days ago

    Now that is a fine portrait sir. Excellent!

  • RakeshSyal replied 13 days ago

    Thanks for your kind visit and words, Graham my dear friend!

  • madworld

    madworld 3 days ago

    wow, outstanding photo, love the eye contact, what a beautiful looking man

  • RakeshSyal replied 2 days ago

    Oh, you are so welcome my dear friend!

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