This photo taken by Howard Rainier at the Taos Pueblo is part of my collection of Southwest Art.
I think the man looks as though he's trying to decide whether to stay or to go. Or maybe he's just contemplating the world around him. What do you think?
I think he is looking at the beautiful sky and is praying.
Posted by: Bogart | 20 May 2006 at 21:19
There is every which way to interpret this picture. To me it seems he is contemplating something, what I am not sure. I could relate it to my own life and think maybe it is his religion given the religious symbolism.
Posted by: Shannon (Sentimental) | 19 May 2006 at 13:39
I agree; great photo. Perhaps he is thinking of how difficult it is to keep whites 'white'. Though it does look like he wants to leave but is just plain too tired.
Posted by: AscenderRisesAbove | 18 May 2006 at 16:02
I think that it's exactly how I felt last night when I said goodbye to my office. To me it looks as though he is saying goodbye to a place he has known well and will miss...but I guess that's what makes it a powerful photo--because it can be interpreted in so many ways.
It is stunning.
Posted by: Jessie | 17 May 2006 at 17:54
incredible photo - wow!
Posted by: jennifer | 17 May 2006 at 15:13