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Comments (27)
Stunning!
This photo literally refilled my cup in my hope for humanity. Honest thirst for knowledge - what great hope there is for us, if in the quiet corners of the world children still hunger for knowledge.
This tired nurse will gladly pay for a copy of this amazing piece of inspiration. Please contact me at dawolfeden@yahoo.com
Posted by Michelle Wolfe on February 7,2012 | 08:40 AM
YES THIS PICTURE IS BEAUTIFUL, AND I DON'T MEAN TO TAKE ANYTHING AWAY FROM THE PICTURE. BUT IF ONLY I COULD GRASP THE CHILDREN'S ENTHUSIASM AND PLANT SOME SEEDS IN THE KIDS TODAY IN THE USA. OUR KIDS ARE SPOILED AND THINK THEY KNOW IT ALL, THAT'S WHY WE ARE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE LIST OF KNOWLEDGE, OF ALL THE COUNTRY'S IN THE WORLD.
Posted by Paulette Ward on October 15,2011 | 04:19 PM
Anyone that would like a copy, email me at dunc2456@yahoo.com
Posted by Ryan Duncan on April 4,2011 | 01:24 PM
In addition to the beauty of the composition and the light, this picture conveys so much - the hunger for knowledge, the awe it inspires and the interest it holds, yet there is an anxiety there too, perhaps some fear and passive acceptance. For me it is the best.
Posted by Elizabeth on April 2,2011 | 03:16 AM
This marvelous photo should be posted in every school so the children can se how eager and appreciative for knowledge is shown in this photo. I love it!
Posted by georgia cruz on April 1,2011 | 12:30 AM
Ryan,
I have voted for your picture everyday. I just love it and would love for you to send me a copy.
My e-mail is julie@conwaycorp.net or I can sent you my regular address. Please e-mail me a message.
Julie
Posted by Julie Hill on April 1,2011 | 08:29 PM
This is a truly beautiful picture. It shows ordinary life in an extrordinary way.As an amature photographer I am learning how to see the world through many different points view.Out of all the photos I have seen, I like this one the most. They are all beautiful and unique. Yet yours has captured a beauty beyond physical sight, that touches the inner heart. If it is possable to get a copy, please put me on yoour list. Thankyou for sharing it with us.
Posted by Leona Perigard on April 1,2011 | 11:54 AM
I am a teacher and when I look at this photo, I love the light it sheds on these young people and my profession. I, too would love a copy. Thank you for capturing the light of learning.
Posted by Gretchen Stahl on March 31,2011 | 07:06 PM
Julie Hill, I would be happy to give you a copy of this photo. I am so happy to see everyone's positive responses to this photo and I would love for you, as a teacher, to have a copy and share this moment that I captured with other people.
Posted by Ryan Duncan on March 29,2011 | 12:21 AM
Each individual: intent on reading; body language: taking it for granted that learning is best when shared! No artifice here; Ryan Duncan could not have arranged the flowers in this bouquet, but he knew the correct moment to record his perception of a beautiful event.
Posted by Roslyn Hirsh on March 27,2011 | 01:30 AM
Learning is naturally gratifying and I have never seen the beauty of that so well captured. I love the warm golden colors, those finely shaped heads, graceful limbs. Love it, love it, love it. This one gets my vote.
Posted by Karen Harper on March 27,2011 | 04:33 PM
beautifully balanced - focus of composition - swirling background against solid foreground; play of light; theme
Posted by Julia Sweet on March 27,2011 | 12:37 PM
I am a teacher and I absolutely love this photo! How can I get a copy of it?
Posted by Julie Hill on March 26,2011 | 07:18 PM
What a beautiful, photo. I am in awe! It got my vote. I love photographs of people and this one is stunning.
Posted by Lucianna on March 26,2011 | 06:05 PM
This shows just how much children thirst for knowledge and how much the world need to know this. Thanks
Posted by Diane Miller on March 26,2011 | 04:19 PM
As a home school mom I love this! AGREE with all the comments. (Susan, BPM,Sharon,) Thank yo Ryan for blessing us.
Posted by dalia on March 26,2011 | 12:35 PM
This beautiful photo is very Rembrandt! I lived in Kenya.... this is Kenya. Perfect shot.
Posted by Chalsa Loo on March 26,2011 | 05:08 AM
This is absolutely gorgeous! The light is amazing, and the subject focus, and the story the picture tells - it reminded me of a renaissance painting. Congratulations!
Posted by Veronika on March 20,2011 | 03:16 PM
Wonderful subject, colors, composition and lighting. A winner
Posted by Nahed on March 19,2011 | 09:32 PM
wow! ryan, fabulous! they are so intent! soakin in the knowledge! what a wonderful story.
Posted by bunny on March 19,2011 | 04:32 PM
This is a most excellent shot--composition, color, and above all, subject. The looks on the boys' faces could never be staged.
Posted by Susan Bennett on March 10,2011 | 11:50 AM
What a heartwarming story this picture has captured.
Posted by Sharon Carver on March 9,2011 | 12:17 PM
To me, I call this 'thirst for knowledge'. Great photo, great moment :) It got my vote. Good luck & terrific work!
Posted by BPM on March 3,2011 | 05:07 PM
Great photo of children hard at work and learning together!
Posted by Petra on March 1,2011 | 07:20 PM
The richness of these young men's Thirst for knowledge is beautifully captured. A masterful work of art!
Posted by Pam Welch on March 1,2011 | 07:05 PM
This is a fabulous picture; a real "award winner!"
Posted by Jennifer Culotta` on March 1,2011 | 05:06 PM