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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Naveen Sharma
fantastic portraits & nice effect….........
RakeshSyal replied
Many thanks Naveen!
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
Beautiful Portrait and expression sir
RakeshSyal replied
Thanks dear anand!
AroonKalandy
So very professional dear sir,,,,,,,Absolutely gorgeous Portrait,,,,,,,,,,,
RakeshSyal replied
You are so welcome, Aroon!
Ellen
Another very beautiful portrait!
RakeshSyal replied
Thank you so much sweetaRt!
Sibel Sancar
this is a fantastic portrait
RakeshSyal replied
Many thanks for your kind visit, Sibel
Mukesh Srivastava
Great portrait,Rakeshji!!!!! Love the expression of Shammiji….A perfect Sarpanch!!!!!!!
RakeshSyal replied
Thank you Bhai!
Charuhas Images
Excellent portrait with superb details. Very royal personality.
RakeshSyal replied
Many thanks for your kind visit, ny dear one!
artisandelimage
excellent portrait with beautiful tones and great lighting !
my best, francis.
RakeshSyal replied
Many thanks for your kind words, francis!
Jean M. Laffitau
What an outstanding portrait!
RakeshSyal replied
You are so welcome, Jean!
Warren Williams
Top class.
RakeshSyal replied
Many thanks Warren!!
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
Stunning image and so very well exposed and lit, I’m very impressed… :)
RakeshSyal replied
You are so welcome, Richard!
geoff curtis
Wonderful shot.
RakeshSyal replied
You are so welcome, geoff!
Shelly Hiebert
What an incredible and perfect portrait. I just love your work :)
RakeshSyal replied
Thanks a million, Shelly!
RajeevKashyap
Absolutely Fantastic Portrait Work Sir Ji!
RakeshSyal replied
Many thanks, Rajeev!
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
Fantastic image, Rakesh!
RakeshSyal replied
Many thanks Bela!
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 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!