I've wanted to try a portrait, but I have no idea how to set one up and I've not wanted to subject anyone to my ineptitude. Well, yesterday I was doing some shooting in caves at Lava Beds Nat Mon, and these two guys came along. They first correctly identified the old green Kelty backpack I got from my dad and use as my camera pack. They then became intrigued with my camera, and proceeded to ask various questions and we shared stories. Finally, noting the great light coming in from the entrance of the cave, I asked how they'd feel about posing for a portrait, with the warning that I would take a bit of time fumbling around. "We're in no hurry - go ahead!"
I'd be pretty happy about it if the one on the left, Mike, would have been smiling a bit. He was really not as serious as he looks. Brother Ken, on the right, looks the way I'd been observing him for 10 minutes, but he seems to have moved a little during the exposure. I wish I could try it again!
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