Flickr a Day 137: ‘Monks on Smartphones’

Some selections are instant decisions. “Monks on Smartphones” makes the Day as much for the self-title as the excellent, suggestive composition. We don’t see the devices but know they are there. The choice of focal point works well, too, by drawing the eye to the vibrant robes then up the men’s necks to their heads.

Ariel Leuenberger captured the image on May 1, 2015, using Olympus E-M5 and Panasonic LUMIX G 20mm F1.7 lens, which is an excellent prime. Hey, I have used that one, too. Vitals: f/2.5, ISO 200, 1/90 sec.

The best photography tells a story. To that end, the title/caption is as important as the actual art. That’s the important point today’s pick makes. The pic is very indicative of Ariel’s style as street and travel photographer: “Searching for the beauty of everyday life, the fascinating stories of ordinary people, relationships, patterns, and new perspectives—wherever I go”.

Based in Zürich, Switzerland, Ariel joined Flickr in October 2012. Do spend time at his website, where I highly recommend post “My Journey to Photography“.

Photo Credit: Ariel Leuenberger