I am back on the streets again. Last night. This time, I will be shooting at night, or before the sun goes up.
To make it fun, I will use my old Nikin D 200, and a 50 mm lens only. It is also a relatively low risk approach. If someone bops me on the head, then the financial loss in terms of camera is not that bad.
As you leave the Metro Station at Chawri Bazaar, you come to Ashok Chaat Bhandar, or Ashok Chaat Shop.
What is chaat? It is an Indian street food, in the snacky format. There are various forms of chaat, and can be salty, tangy and/or spicy. Generally never sweet
A well made chaat can send you to gastronomic heaven.
If your stomach is not strong, it can make you a doctor’s delight.
So, there was this gent, gobbling his chaat, surrounded by all sorts of chaat eaters. That foil thing he is holding, is his plate/ bowl
8 pm yesterday..
Mmmmmm! Chaat!
Yum!
I look forward to following your latest project, Rajiv – it’s a great way to document the ‘feel of a place’ – street photography with low lighting. Like shot with the side lighting falling on the main subject’s face.
Thanks…. and, I am sorry that I have not seen your blog in a while
I think the man is savoring his treat.
yep. he was… as did i before him!
Interesting character study, Rajiv. The man says a lot with his eyes.
Leslie
he does… he was focussed…
The eyes can say so much.
Leslie
Agree
I would love chaat! We eat indian food regularly. There are quite a few Indian restaurants around here. The latest one is REALLY spicy! I love lamb vindaloo. β€
Oh… come to India and eat chaat… spiced with the sweat from his arm, and the dust on the street!
hahaha I’ll pass on the dust! I have asthma!
We’ll get you a mask!
haha oh ok π
Love the image, you know how to position your camera, love your sense of humor as well all that combined with chaat and there you go a perfect post! π
Thank you!! And, did I say that I find your art most amazing?
I believe you mentioned that π
Rajiv, mouthwatering black and white photo.
Aha… But you must try some street food next time,,,
I always do that when I have the chance. (That’s why God invented Kuala Lumpur. I can go out for a chat and a meal at all hours.) ππ
So true!
Fine definition, Rajiv; black ‘n’ white’s the best for light and shade
Thanks… this is going to be one year of B&W at night. Sometimes digital. Sometimes film
Beautiful …β₯β₯
Thank you!
Great shot Rajiv .. Love the guy’s expression. These chaats sound yummy
they are… you need a strong stomach though