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a moment apart

Vicenza, Italy

the streets are empty and still

silence echoes in the alleys

she appears from nowhere

for a moment I meet her eyes

the next she is gone

I never saw her again
COMMENTS
Decoy said at 8:32 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
I was struggling to find a title for this picture, fairly satisfied.. but curious to hear alternative titles from you! =)
Saulblum said at 8:34 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Wow, looks so timeless.
Tintti said at 8:41 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Lovely photo.
Looks like she is not going to get married.
Anjad said at 8:48 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
What a great photo this is!! I agree with the title.
Snooway said at 8:51 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Wow, love this photo! Nice title
Decoy said at 9:02 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
This is a personal fav to me, and I guess the b/w gives a timeless feeling. It's converted, the original is a colour slide. I like it in colour as well, but gives somewhat another feeling.. more modern/fashion.
Tintti, I agree with you - that was the feeling I got as well... is she really to be married today? What happened? But I can't give an answer, as I don't know. It's a mystery...
Leftofcenter said at 9:06 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
What a GREAT shot Anna, the bride lost in black and white in Italy!! The title is perfect, there will be many moments like this (if she made it to the altar) poor little pretty bride... :)
Andre. said at 9:20 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Nice b/w creation.
Domieb2 said at 9:33 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Great shot! ...and I wouldn't change the title. As Leftie says: She looks so lost... I feel like I need to hand her a map. I walked through Venice. It ain't easy to get places...
Csprophoto said at 9:51 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Lovely & precious!!
Paul said at 9:54 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
The runaway bride
Wlk68 said at 10:02 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Great shot...but she looks so sad. :-(
LatentE said at 10:50 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Runaway bride is the current hot theme but a more metaphoric one might simple be lost love. This image is a classic. There's a Cartier-Bresson quality to it - and not in the sense of his later top hat and tails in a machine shop.
Jantass said at 10:55 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Beautiful photography
PhotoPop said at 11:19 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
She looks confused like we all are on a momentous day like this. Is she making the right decision? Should I stay or should I go. I do like the b/w.
Mirella said at 11:37 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
A title ? "To run away towards the true love!" Bellissima b/w
Noe said at 11:42 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Anna, this photo is gorgeous! and I like the title, is perfect like the shot. =)
Agdal said at 11:49 a.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Grandiose cette mariée sur la route pavée!!!Il y a un décalage interessant entre la silhouette gracile de la jeune-femme et ce site urbain en noir et blanc.Bravissimo! joelle
Ania said at 12:21 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
det är som taget från ett melodrama. Underbara kuliser och tankeväckande gestalt. Svart vit ger den rätta, dramatiska känslan. Underbart Anna!
Tishfish said at 1:15 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
I look at this and what comes to mind is "escape", Great picture!!!
Pattymaryclare said at 1:28 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Likely a 'pre-arranged' marriage ...therefore the 'runaway bride' as stated above! Poor thing!
Candlepower said at 3:26 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
This is really great. A bit of sadness here.
Cruising said at 4:06 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Just a beautiful snapshot - the isolation is powerful. Great Tabblo.
Magedimages said at 4:11 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Très grande photo ! Un petit chef-d'œuvre ! Félicitations ! Une photo intrigante et remarquablement composée.
Ania said at 4:58 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
hm!!!
Memotions said at 5:09 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
A charming and curious capture!
SterlingGray said at 5:10 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Outstanding photo. I echo the other comments, it really has a very classic and timeless feel to it. Great work.
Pattymaryclare said at 6:17 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going? ~ Paul Gauguin (title wise - reminded me of the print I have from Boston Museum of Fine Arts)
Chesapeakekid said at 10:52 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
A VERY LONELY PLACE FOR A BRIDE TO BE. I WORRY THAT HER GROOM DIDN'T SHOW.
Debdog said at 11:13 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
she ran away from the photo shoot :)
Debdog said at 11:13 p.m. on Jan 25, 2008:
very beautiful shot Anna :)
ChefD80 said at 7:50 a.m. on Jan 26, 2008:
Great catch!!!
Decoy said at 9:25 a.m. on Jan 26, 2008:
Thank you ALL for your nice comments, thoughts, inputs etc. It's much appreciated! =)
Rheap said at 10:56 a.m. on Jan 26, 2008:
Fantastic picture!!! this one can tell many stories... "The great escape" ?
Krisu said at 12:30 p.m. on Jan 26, 2008:
Lost?? Looking for a groom? Where is the church? ;-) Love this shot!
Wahoogin said at 8:41 a.m. on Jan 27, 2008:
Great shot, feels so lonely.
Pkeener said at 12:01 p.m. on Jan 27, 2008:
how about "Stealing Away" or "Exit"?? Love htis shot, Anna. wow. what a moment, indeed.
Debdog said at 12:07 p.m. on Jan 27, 2008:
the runaway bride!
Marcif said at 1:07 p.m. on Jan 27, 2008:
This is a very compelling photograph. It draws the viewer in. Great job! I can't think of a better title. With the streets deserted it makes it even more mysterious than just seeing the bride alone.
Umauma said at 2:31 p.m. on Jan 27, 2008:
Fantastic shot!
Lenar68 said at 2:47 p.m. on Jan 27, 2008:
Beautiful, gorgeous shot!!
Siagian said at 5:22 p.m. on Jan 27, 2008:
very nicely composed...great mood.
Ruben06 said at 6:12 p.m. on Jan 27, 2008:
what a wonderful title..cant be better..you are a great photographer...great job
Abking said at 8:54 p.m. on Jan 27, 2008:
This is a wonderful photo. Everything in it is just right. Even the circle with a slash through it over the woman's head add to the atmosphere of a fleeting moment beautifully externalized.
Yug said at 7:01 a.m. on Jan 28, 2008:
Nice. If you can do nice in B/W it is much more artistic than "good" in color.
SteveBrisendine said at 9:11 a.m. on Jan 28, 2008:
Anna ... this is a haunting piece. Fantastic work.
Welshchick said at 2:15 p.m. on Jan 28, 2008:
This is beautiful and intriguing but alas...she lacks that look of magic in her eyes. She will not be married in this dress on this day... suggested title: SEEKING
Chiloedream said at 3:34 p.m. on Jan 28, 2008:
Une grande image, merci et bravo Anna, salut mon amie.
Mashpee_Paula said at 4:17 p.m. on Jan 28, 2008:
Bravo Anna!! You certainly captured a "moment in time" perfectly!! Love the picture, perfect title too!! Thanks, Anna! :)
Mirella said at 5:04 p.m. on Jan 28, 2008:
Two days ago I saw at the television an italian film im which there was a scene located in a narrow street very similar to to the street in your photo. It was a dream of the actor; he dreamed of his marriage and there was a bride running alone in that street>.It was just a second, but inn that moment I thought about your photo.........Could it be a film location ?
Decoy said at 5:12 p.m. on Jan 28, 2008:
I don't think so, because we went up and down the streets, looking around - but we didn't see any signs of a filmcrew. It was very warm and during siestahours, so I guess that explains the empty streets. I looked at a map of Vicenza yesterday and there is a church a couple of blocks away, so it's not that strange with a bride in the area. But alone? But your theory was good though! =) It's a mystery for sure!! This picture is a couple of years, but I think of it now and then. It's hard to forget it... as Steve say: "-this is a haunting piece" :)
Decoy said at 5:15 p.m. on Jan 28, 2008:
Thank you all for your kind words, and suggestions. When I tried to find a title I didn't want it to reveal my thoughts about the photo. I want it to be unsaid if she is running to something or from something, or both. I love that part of the photo, not knowing.. as it gives a lot of possible stories! It has been fun reading all the storys you see! Thanks again for sharing your thoughts...
Joaqy said at 10:09 a.m. on Jan 29, 2008:
I LOVE IT! so much mystery. I could make my own story in my head. :)
Sativa said at 2:03 p.m. on Jan 29, 2008:
Awesome!!! its like a Fellini movie-scene...
"Regrets"
Ukirsari-nicholas said at 9:49 a.m. on Jan 30, 2008:
lovely picture with wonderful entitlement ... we like it so much!
SeánanForbes said at 1:36 p.m. on Jan 30, 2008:
Classic photographs are classics for a reason. This has elegance. The bride looks almost unexpected.
Livetruth said at 1:51 p.m. on Jan 31, 2008:
"... Mitzy? now where is that darned dog?" just kidding! ~ k
Shector said at 2:57 p.m. on Jan 31, 2008:
gradne scatto!! ottimo b/w..quando sei stata a Vicenza?..
Decoy said at 3:07 p.m. on Jan 31, 2008:
Thank YOU ALL! It's been a pleasure of mine to post one of my favourite pictures on tabblo! =)
Livetruth, you make me smile! =) I didn't see a dog though ;)

Shector.. with help from babelfish: "Sono stato in Italia molte volte, ma questo ha sparato a Vicenza è stato preso di alcuni anni prima. L'Italia è può paese del favorito, così pieno di atmosfera e di coltura, semplicemente bello!"
Supraturtle said at 8:26 p.m. on Jan 31, 2008:
That just rocks!
AliDar said at 1:54 a.m. on Feb 1, 2008:
It is like a scene from a movie. Great photo!
Ebucar said at 5:06 p.m. on Feb 1, 2008:
Oh... I love the old Italian villages with their charming alleys... This is a very beautiful photo. What an unique moment, Anna. A dog??? I don't see one either...
Rheap said at 12:02 p.m. on Feb 5, 2008:
Just had to have another look at this Anna! Delightful!!!
Dyxlxcl said at 1:25 a.m. on Mar 8, 2008:
nice shot.. was she looking for her photographer?? lol
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