Down and Out in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a beautiful city and life can be very good. It is one of the major Banking and Financial capitols of the world.
The National Gallery of Scotland, just behind the sleeping figure, is testament to the fact that the arts and culture are alive and well in this lovely city, but as in every city, there are the misplaced and unfortunate souls who find that there is no place for them and are forced to live out their lives on the streets.
Spare a moment, and if you can, spare a little cash to help those less fortunate than ourselves, for there, but for the grace of God, go we all …
Taken at The Mound during the very enjoyable redbubble meet in Edinburgh, Scotland on 26th April 09. It was a great day out with a bunch of very talented photographers.
For a tighter view of the sleeper, have a look at Beauty Sleep, an excellent image from Rachael Macleod. Check out Rachael’s work, you will not be disappointed.
Camera: Canon EOS 450D (Digital Rebel XSi in the USA)
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Three bracketed JPGs converted to HDR in Photomatix.
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kathy s gillen...
Fantastic work
joak
wake up chris toms takin yer photy!
Tom Gomez replied
Och, Chris’ll git yi fir that – hehehe
Iain Mavin
A really moving shot Tom, we should all help if we can, no-one else seems to be bothered especially the government
Tom Gomez replied
You are almost right Iain, Government and Councils do care, but only to the extent that they would like to sweep this problem under the carpet. They are not willing to make the investment required to address the problem properly.
There are so many young people on the streets now, you would think that we are a third world country. It was never like this when I was young.
Chris Clark
cracking shot but I did not know you were taking a portrait of me again Tom…........lol
Tom Gomez replied
Cheers mate, but wait till you see the next shot. You may come after me with a big axe – hehehe
MichelleR
Sad and powerful image. well done, Tom!!
cherylc1
Incredible powerful capture!!
Maureen Bloesch
what a neat shot!
Irene Burdell
A superb capture Tom x
Susanne Correa
What an outstanding image!
Thank you for sharing it with us.
dsargent
Nicely interpreted Tom. Great shot
Dave Law
Another great capture Tom well done.
Robin Brown
Superb reportage & artwork Tom. Sadly though you can never be sure they are down & out. Working in Edinburgh for 20 years it wouldn’t be the 1st time I’ve seen a down & out pick up their begging bowl walk off & jump into a posh car & drive off. Some of them make a good living from begging.
david campbell
fantastic shot tom
Lucindawind
excellent capture … sad to see this everywhere
Jason Connolly
great shot mate.
rodsfotos
A powerful image Tom and high in documentary values as well as superb quality, so sad to think that in these so called times of plenty that there is still so much inequality in out cities around the world, excellent work,
Regards, Rod.
RedHillDigital
I thought this was a self portrait at first!! Seriously though, your words and picture are sympathetic yet thought provoking. Well done Tom.
Jvilla822
nice shot i really like the background on youre pic:s
handprintz
At least they have a good view …...................
davey lennox
aha…....see your getting the hdr bug tom nice shot mate
hilarydougill
wonderful candid shot. So sad but so true, wish I had known about the meet. love and hugsxxx
Tom Gomez replied
Thank you Hilary.
There is talk of another meet in 3 or 4 weeks time. It will probably be in South Queensferry where I live (details still to be worked out). You would be most welcome if you are able to come.
DonDavisUK
A lovely candid shot Tom. I really like the way you’ve captured the colours and the clouds. Amazing detail.
corinna wagner
sad, yet beautiful …
Tom Gomez replied
Thank you Coinna, it is sad, but the number of homeless and displaced young people seems to be on the increase. The breakdown of the traditional family units along with an uncaring Government seems to be to blame …
Steven de Siow 16 days ago
Good eye, good message and good photography.
Tom Gomez replied 16 days ago
Thank you kindly Steven, so glad you like it …