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Published: 2006-10-11 20:23:47 +0000 UTC; Views: 31971; Favourites: 1094; Downloads: 188
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We were riding the empty streets, trying to chase the sun.
We felt nothing can stop us, like a closing scene from an action movie.
That's when little dots of shadow passed us, casting a new state of mind.
A group of birds was passing from above, reminding me to stay humble
They probably feel that nothing can stop them, but above them there are clouds
And above the clouds ... well, above them is the sun I'm trying to catch.
I stopped the chase, waiting for the birds to pass.
After all, whether I'm going to catch the sun or not, I better respect it.
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This was taken during "Yom Kipur" (Day of Atonement) in Ramat Gan, Bialik street (Israel).
There is no driving in the streets during the holiday, so children with bikes take over the streets.
More about Yom Kipur from Wikipedia
Camera: NIKON D70
Lens: Sigma 70-200 F2.8 DG APO HSM
Exposure Time: 1/8000
F-Stop: f/5.0
ISO Speed Ratings: 200
Focal Length: 180/1 mm
Metering Mode: Center Weighted Average
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1/8000 exposure.. wow. How can you get so much light in with such an exposure? oO Is the difference between a pro lens and my kit lens this big? x)
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this picture is like an image out of the memory of one of the kids, when they remember those easy days with those moments when there are no worries and there's nothing but a feeling of joy and warmth....
i think every one who experienced moments like this in his childhood fells himself set back to those days by looking at the picture.
so do i.
thank you to recall those feelings and to bring them back into my mind.
i'm filled with memories....
greetings
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love the color and the composition of this shot. the birds in the back are great!
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Expressive, peacefull...
Very nice and conceptual scope..
Extra, as usual ^^
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Absolutely amazing.
I love the tone, the mood, the lighting, the children, and the birds.
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A man said "Once upon a time , we were children" I remember... Absolutely emotional photo for me!
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" children smile and cry...but this children are so dark...are they are preludem is my dream? or all it seems ? "
Beautiful 
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this shot is soooo great!
i love the golden light and the black silhouettes.
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This is a very beautiful shot. The lighting makes everything glow golden and the silhouettes are very crisp, incuding the birds which I could imagine isn't easy given how fast they're moving (that is some fast shutter speed). The angle also makes it seem very flat, but that works for this photo because of the focus on silhouette and shadow. Very nice!
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Very cool shot.
Love the colouring. It's perfect!
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this is a very good photo. I like how to way to manage to get the highligts. And the birds too... looks like a great movie scene. You do know what you are doing my friend
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correction: "dont know what to say",
I even couldnt speak
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*your photographs are consistantly awesome. This one is sooo cute! I love how you write a poem for each one. A true artist is what you are*
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beautifully shot! love the tones, colors, the energy of the children...etc.
bravo
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i love this...such a carefree shot and stirs a warm and fuzzy feeling inside. i remember days fom my childhood when i used to go on bikes with my friends and traverse the neighbourhood till the sun went down
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Amazing orange hue of the sun and amazing poem. Your silhouettes are always perfect!
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this one is definitely one of the best shots ever!
BTW I was there somethere too, didn't see guy with a camera though.
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