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HOMELESS GIRL CAMPED OUT IN PARK, SAN FRANCISCO, MAY 2006

homeless kaylyn from dallas sitting on sidewalk panhandling. she was thrown out of school and out of home when she was 15.

she'd been on her own until last year when, at 17, she got engaged to a boy she met in san diego. they're living together now in a tent in the park.

(5/17/06)

244 Flickr comments:

s o p h i e . says:

amazing portrait!

...posted 5/13/2012 11:09:43 AM

decembre says:

______ ★ Thank you too for your post in Portrait★Faces Continue... ______________
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Seen in the group"Portrait★Faces" (?)

...posted 10/16/2011 10:27:36 PM

Max Light Photography says:

awesome portrait!

...posted 7/31/2011 3:26:37 AM

Photo--Graphy says:

Excellent

...posted 6/12/2011 5:31:59 PM

Brandsroed-nemi says:

wow shes gorgeous!
I think you capured her just perfectly

...posted 5/14/2011 4:18:10 PM

stoneth says:

@Mosaik- Double thanks:)

...posted 11/15/2010 4:38:16 AM

Mosaik!!! says:

Just for this single photo I would like to have a kind of double favorite option on flickr.

...posted 11/9/2010 9:19:34 PM

(:Andrzej:) says:

what a sad story, what a shiny beautiful face

fantastic portrait

...posted 9/17/2010 3:00:07 AM

Somnis. ( Vaig i vinc a colps de sensacions ) says:

₪ I love your TRAVELOGUE photograph ! ₪

Seen in the: ₪ Worldwide TRAVELOGUE ₪
(Post 1 - Award 2 pics on the first 2 pages)

...posted 8/21/2010 11:51:02 PM

eugenialejos says:

beautiful!

...posted 8/13/2010 10:14:20 AM

Social India says:

Thanks for sharing.Excellent portrait!

...posted 7/29/2010 5:31:24 PM

pastierik says:

Great portrait,beautiful person!

...posted 4/25/2010 11:15:43 AM

Cārl says:

Tough. Great shot.

...posted 4/22/2010 7:29:41 AM

colin64 says:

Surprising peaceful, given the background. A strong and appealing face.

...posted 6/21/2009 1:17:32 PM

MoniPeni says:

I'm amazed by that genuine little smile, lacking any bitterness. It's a resigned smile, a that's-life smile, that could be royally pissed off against the world but somehow she just isn't. It affects more profoundly because of that Mona-Lisa smile. Great capture.

...posted 2/2/2009 12:20:20 PM

jjennny says:

I like your photos so much. And that you tell the stories too. I really like it.

...posted 1/27/2009 10:38:27 PM

mariczka says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called BW Femininity, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

...posted 12/9/2008 8:50:15 PM

uvearte says:

Great catch...Lets save the children and give them all the Love they needed***

You are my winner!
Please add this photo to
www.flickr.com/groups/mywinners/

...posted 11/20/2008 7:58:52 AM

nizomi says:

great shot!

...posted 10/22/2008 8:28:53 PM

Liv Bianca says:

good shot! She is really beautiful!

...posted 10/18/2008 2:07:39 PM

kkbutterfly01 says:

Your portraits are amazing!

...posted 9/1/2008 5:22:15 AM

SplendidFig says:

My god - your photos are amazing. You really have found the inner beauty in all of these people - for all of "us" to see. This is important documentation, I think. Thank you.

...posted 7/1/2008 10:34:02 PM

Clara Holt says:

great portrait !

...posted 5/11/2008 11:42:02 AM

andrews babygirl says:

your pictures & stories always make me feel very fortunate, as there are many who do not share the same luxuries as i.

...posted 3/25/2008 12:31:27 AM

unlocal says:

beautiful

...posted 2/14/2008 6:41:01 PM

rockbeglam says:

so young, so much hope.

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Seen in your poverty (my selections) set. (?)

...posted 1/4/2008 10:40:36 AM

bellolupo says:

Thank you, Stoneth,
You have [brilliantly] captured the hearts and soul of the human condition-reminding us that we are all in this thing called life together. Such beautiful people- all with stories that should never be ignored...

...posted 12/16/2007 9:32:21 PM

Alata says:

wow!!!!!!

...posted 12/4/2007 1:15:39 PM

the carrot flower says:

She is gorgeous. Lovely complection. Her freckles are beautiful as well as her eyes and her lips. She is a beautiful model

...posted 9/12/2007 4:31:01 AM

Galleri-Micha.dk says:

so good...

...posted 9/4/2007 7:46:11 PM

M.A.M ART says:

Well what can I say that every one has not said yet, but I have noticed u are really trying to step yourself up, when you don't have to, you are already gifted and great because you see the inner beauty in all your thoughts of enlightenment.
Now sometimes there are setups required, and to set up your pictures is to be a great artiest with a "eye”, and "balance is important" and you have it.
So I just want to say you have it all so keep being you and if someone says different to you, well to bad for them, they must suck at what they do!

...posted 8/19/2007 9:22:52 PM

Wolf Gabriele says:

she looks like an old soul. wise and beautiful.

...posted 8/15/2007 9:20:22 PM

Michael James Maxwell says:

I used this photo as a reference for a new painting I did.
She looked like a hobo saint so I called her
"7th Street Saint" Which is strange because if she lives in the park Im thinking of in San Diego it is awfully close to 7th st. !!!

Hope you like it!

...posted 8/3/2007 10:07:03 PM

patris says:

Es maravillosa! gran fotografo

...posted 7/21/2007 6:54:14 PM

Mindstormphotos says:

you are good really good ! - this is documentary photography ! ...regards Markos

...posted 7/14/2007 9:24:11 PM

Kitbex says:

pure and beautiful

...posted 6/17/2007 9:08:58 PM

davidnownthen says:

I hope you are giving these homeless folks money for allowing you to take their picture.

...posted 5/28/2007 9:47:13 AM

∩ says:

Beautifully.

...posted 5/27/2007 5:23:04 AM

a_h_d says:

She is absolutely beautiful, and your skin tones are perfect. Another wow.

...posted 5/2/2007 12:08:16 PM

.tyler. - Claudio Martella says:

i love this one

...posted 4/25/2007 3:42:31 PM

Massala from Djé says:

woaou... can't find the words !

...posted 4/3/2007 6:11:42 AM

bernd.breuls says:

I love the details in your photo! My compliments for that!

...posted 4/2/2007 2:15:26 PM

artOtek says:

She's so beautiful... her dignity has something haunting here as yolanda_ s19 said... Absolutely captivating!

...posted 3/28/2007 9:10:47 AM

yolanda_s19 says:

The portrait of this girl is as haunting now as it was 10 months ago.

...posted 3/24/2007 12:19:28 PM

valeriekyp says:

I love your photographs of these unfortunate people. You sound as passionate about people as I am. You have captivated me and I shall continue to read your work.

...posted 3/23/2007 11:07:29 PM

.tyler. - Claudio Martella says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Black and White Portraits (Trophied only), and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.

i love the way her face is framed.

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Found in a search. (?)

...posted 3/22/2007 10:59:04 PM

bamboosage says:

This whole set is amazing.My heart goes out to all these people. You make one feel like they are there with you

...posted 3/14/2007 1:40:13 AM

~M says:

I love the quiet determination in her face! This is an excellent portrait! I wish her the best.

Karma Group Photo Contest

Karma Nominated Photo
This Wonderful Photo has been Nominated for the Karma Photo Contest! Please look in the contest thread for further directions!

...posted 3/10/2007 4:12:40 AM

Haroldo Kennedy says:

Linda a foto e a modelo!

...posted 3/8/2007 2:55:18 PM

starworshipper says:

I wonder if SHE knows that (for now) 17,031 people has viewed this photo, and that 463(!!) has marked it as a favorite..

...posted 2/26/2007 6:44:41 PM

il_Medo says:

This girl has no future and everyone says "wow she's beautiful".
Ok. She's beautiful. Ok...

...posted 2/5/2007 9:06:21 AM

pk69 says:

wow
she's beautiful!!!

...posted 2/3/2007 10:53:15 PM

L'artiste @ Work says:

The new mona liza!

...posted 1/23/2007 2:53:43 PM

Nicote says:

she has a great expression.

...posted 1/20/2007 12:15:16 PM

MatteoSp (Re-Inspired) says:

This is a masterpiece, incredibly wonderful shot.
I like the way you take portraits, all these faces are so intense.
Great job.

m.

...posted 12/14/2006 11:51:54 PM

Adam Schuetze says:

I've just discovered your stream, and I'm just floored by all these incredible portraits. You do incredible work.

...posted 12/9/2006 11:13:37 AM

f_whisky says:

wow!
beautiful!

...posted 11/27/2006 2:11:09 AM

.Mohammad Taheri says:

she has a determined look,
excellent photo //

...posted 11/21/2006 9:08:33 AM

jenstylee says:

Such a beautiful girl. Such a hard life for someone so young.

Your portraits really are amazing. So much emotion in each of them. Everyone has a story to tell.

...posted 11/21/2006 3:02:52 AM

ohbara says:

she looks like a madonna.

...posted 11/20/2006 11:36:09 AM

bGrumble says:

shes smarter than you think

...posted 11/2/2006 11:25:27 PM

Pete® says:

great capture!

...posted 11/2/2006 3:02:20 PM

marco polo3 says:

wow. beautiful portrait.

...posted 10/20/2006 6:25:29 PM

Christine Lebrasseur says:

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This Masterpiece would deserve to appear in :

" Art Libre - Free Art - Arte Libre - Freie Kunst" (invite only) group .

tag with : "ArtLibre" and consider to join us :o)

"Unexpected til we came & saw it
Unbelievable as soon as seen
Hit the mark despite not aiming for it
Is'nt that how things have always been ?"

[Bertolt Brecht] - German Poet and Playwright
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Seen in your Poverty (all) set. (?)

...posted 10/14/2006 6:10:27 AM

geronimo steel says:

oh yeah.

...posted 9/23/2006 1:42:22 AM

janelle. says:

there's a quiet confidence here, as though she knows what else life is going to thow at her...and she can handle it.

...posted 9/19/2006 4:36:20 PM

Baluka says:

Hard to read their stories.I like the portraits you made of them.

...posted 9/16/2006 9:11:42 PM

Dew Drop says:

You are my winner!
Please add this photo to
www.flickr.com/groups/mywinners/

...posted 9/10/2006 12:28:11 AM

guzzie says:

Great man!

...posted 9/8/2006 8:02:28 AM

Ravi Vora says:

one of my favorites of yours, the simple composition and striking contrast help.

...posted 9/5/2006 4:35:23 AM

little_stitcher says:

Why do you only photograph pretty people. Unless I only see peoples beauty due to the way you take the shots?

...posted 9/3/2006 9:36:29 PM

prwhitehead says:

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...posted 8/29/2006 9:05:52 AM

Cley dj says:

Very nice girl! Is she a model? Nice shot!

...posted 8/28/2006 4:01:35 PM

mimbrava says:

One could have a special pool just for your personal people portraits, Tom, but for now:

You are invited to join and post this image to "Outstanding Portraits of People--by invitation only"
www.flickr.com/groups/OutstandingPeoplePortraits/
Please read the instructions on page one.
Please add the tag "OPP".

...posted 8/20/2006 2:37:40 PM

Zenith Phuong says:

awesome photo..

fav

...posted 8/6/2006 9:01:21 PM

pivi says:

A proud glance in spite of the hardness of the life.
This portrait is full of beauty.

Excellent work together.

Do you print all the comments, go back to street and show it to the personn?

...posted 8/1/2006 12:12:46 AM

lost4words says:

She's a beautiful and special woman. You show us so much more than the average portrait.
This stuff is DEEP :-)

...posted 7/26/2006 6:51:56 PM

etylee says:

Captivating portrait. There's a sense of mystery in her that seems hard to fathom.

...posted 7/21/2006 6:33:44 AM

lakewentworth says:

What soleful eyes. It's a beautiful shot!

...posted 7/8/2006 10:13:51 PM

mattie_cou says:

beautiful and hopeful! great work, and thank you for giving it substance with a real story.

...posted 7/8/2006 6:10:10 AM

k.a.r.e.n says:

beautiful portrait

...posted 7/5/2006 4:25:02 PM

sphnx~ says:

She's beautiful!
And such a nice photo :)

...posted 7/4/2006 9:44:56 PM

brunoat says:

What can I say about this??? Awesome...

...posted 6/29/2006 11:26:38 PM

sol.* says:

sweet expression!
lovely portait
great picture!

...posted 6/29/2006 5:44:25 PM

algarvenicky says:

I was just about to say the same as above, wow!!!

...posted 6/29/2006 5:34:13 PM

missevelyn says:

she is so beautiful
great capture
nice story anyway

...posted 6/29/2006 2:13:04 PM

paranoidandroid_ says:

THis is a brilliant portrait!
awesome expression!
amzing stream here!

...posted 6/29/2006 10:57:02 AM

GrrrRobin says:

Very moving. I reiterate she could be a model. The entire series is very captavating and haunting. A vey strong comment on American society.

...posted 6/27/2006 5:07:07 AM

Monachromatic says:

she has awesome features, she's really cute.
greetings :)

...posted 6/26/2006 9:58:15 PM

GVK says:

great face

...posted 6/24/2006 8:59:02 PM

Oregonlahar says:

Amazing portrait, very stirring.

...posted 6/24/2006 1:35:10 AM

maykennn says:

you give a face to the forgotten people. that's why I like these portraits so much!

...posted 6/22/2006 7:45:58 AM

Thao. in the rain says:

me too , i'm really speechless , due to the beauty your picture brings out to life and your ability to do it .

...posted 6/21/2006 11:11:00 PM

yokietrash says:

i'm speechless

...posted 6/21/2006 8:03:34 PM

shimon21 says:

Exquisite and captivating

...posted 6/21/2006 6:55:31 PM

RubenMalayan says:

she reminds me of old school russian painting. its a captivating portrait.

...posted 6/20/2006 8:27:13 AM

Fabio Tieri says:

incrivel linda serie !!!

estou facinado com seu trabalho !!!

...posted 6/14/2006 3:11:10 AM

megalitz says:

this is awesome. im serious, it gave me goosebumps. i love stuff like this. the story behind the face, the portrait put with the story has such a powerful impact. i mean, the portrait alone is amazing! i love it. beautiful face! she reminds me a bit of amy smart, the actress. well done!

...posted 6/13/2006 7:20:15 PM

cinnamon. says:

amazing portrait!!!

...posted 6/13/2006 1:07:33 PM

Hudlu says:

Wonderful portrait!!!!

...posted 6/9/2006 1:39:47 AM

Michel Craipeau says:

Elle dit tous avec son regard ...

It says all with its glance...

...posted 6/8/2006 10:22:48 PM

Valentina Silva says:

Your pictures are simply impactantes they capture the lives of all these people and their history
Congratulations
I think that this is the flickr with the best purpose .... show us another reality

...posted 6/6/2006 7:15:54 AM

LAKAN346 says:

Nice portrait. You capture the eyes very well in all of your shots....

...posted 6/5/2006 8:36:03 PM

o3boR says:

Fantastic portrait!

...posted 6/5/2006 11:37:08 AM

(Rimbaudian) says:

another materpiece!

...posted 6/4/2006 1:02:58 PM

Peter Ellis says:

Great closeup portrait!

...posted 6/3/2006 1:31:25 AM

shehasphotos says:

And she's incredibly beautiful.

...posted 6/1/2006 4:48:50 PM

Julie Cotton says:

Glowing portrait. Your empathy shines through.

...posted 5/31/2006 4:16:19 AM

Chrissie64 says:

You captured her beautifully

...posted 5/30/2006 3:14:10 PM

NYCArthur says:

She reminds me....

I met two kids pan handling yesterday in the East Village (kinda punky) in NYC - Took them to a place for dinner - a cool "hot dog" place on St. Marks Place called "Crief Dog". They are from Oregon, just travelling. I never took their photo, and that's not like me. I hope they do more than OK this summer - good kids.

...posted 5/29/2006 1:32:38 PM

Flawed Emmy says:

Breaks my heart.

Emmy

...posted 5/28/2006 11:55:28 PM

Chaseism says:

wonderful shot. her eyes say a lot.

well done.

...posted 5/27/2006 3:43:44 AM

Mehrdad Mortezaee says:

This is wonderful :)

...posted 5/26/2006 9:12:55 PM

eyewashdesign: A. Golden says:

Am in tears. It has all been said...your work is inspirational & has (re)moved me in an instant from the callous shell I realise I have grown as an adaption to urban survival.

There is a saying in NYC that everyone has a special "homeless" person he or she has adopted and I have a few. Just last night, the one I call "Santa Clause" - an elderly man with TB - ... the one I "adopted" upon arrival, surfaced after a very long absence.

After arriving to the ferry terminal amongst a dizzying array of fleet week soldiers parading about, I noticed an ambulance - lights blaring. Waiting, I watched as the EMT crew walked out in very casual manner - they were visibly in "routine" mode. Then, I watched as "Santa" came slowly trailing - now hobbling & relying heavily upon his walking stick. After speaking with the EMT agents, they explained "Santa" didn't want to go with them & that he wasn't "cooperating". I told them I knew him & might I have a try?

He was filthier than ever, stank & bore the sad look of a broken man who had witnessed too many tradgeties of a difficult life. I took him by the hand & he looked into my eyes, began crying & said, "The Pretty One!" - his name for me. I gave him a cigarette, some moeny & helped him into the ambulance.

Afterwards, I stood silently thinking & realised in all these years, after making & bringing him food & money, that I still don't know his name. Is that part important? It seems you have not only learned a name, but have also succeeded in putting an honest "face" on homlessness. Your work is wonderfully soulful. Thanks for the humbling moment.

...posted 5/26/2006 7:41:09 PM

sarah eechaut says:

natural beauty... beautiful portraits!

...posted 5/26/2006 5:29:56 PM

Blobborita says:

So great. Her eyes are not looking the same as the 17 year old girls I now, absolutely touching. Beatiful portrait!

...posted 5/26/2006 4:48:42 PM

Epizut_Scratch et Griffe says:

-------------------------------------------------
THE FACE (invited only)
Please add this exceptional image to:
www.flickr.com/groups/theface/
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and add " theface" TAG

...posted 5/26/2006 11:16:28 AM

benedetta.b says:

super bell.je l'aime.

...posted 5/26/2006 9:57:11 AM

yolanda_s19 says:

Spectacular portrait!
This young lady shows a special "soul" in her eyes........I get the impression that she seems like the famous Afgan girl from National Geographic in her "wisdom" and fragility.

...posted 5/26/2006 12:39:00 AM

ms4jah says:

Hi, I already commented once way up there on this photo, but I am drawn back again and again, I'd still like to figure out what ingrediants make this simple photo so imensely powerful. It's amoung the very best of best I've seen on flickr. So much so that I am moved to offer assistance to this girl. I live in San Diego, I'll contact you via email to see if I can show a little basic human kindness to her.

...posted 5/25/2006 11:57:00 PM

merlinospace says:

No Words

...posted 5/25/2006 8:51:11 PM

sanukphoto says:

your photos are purely fantastic. Fantasticaly pure. Just amazing. This girl has the most beautiful face - in a luckier situation she would be walking the LA runways. Thank you for sharing these great shots that bring reality back into our lives.

...posted 5/25/2006 6:31:22 PM

ckkenn says:

this photo reminds me of a icon of maria magdalena, which my grandfather used to bring from russia. perfect.

...posted 5/25/2006 4:49:10 PM

Darja Bajagić says:

Wow. I don't know what to say, this is has got to be one of the most beautiful portraits... ever.

...posted 5/25/2006 12:30:34 PM

boaz_zippor says:

another beautiful one.
(the girl too, but i was talking about the shot)
love the way you catch half the story in the eyes....

...posted 5/25/2006 11:53:23 AM

Memaxmarz says:

well done Stoneth, your B&W is so rich, and her eyes so clear and far-seeing. Her face will linger in my mind.

...posted 5/25/2006 2:57:20 AM

carf says:

I'm really glad that there are so many who visit and appreciate your highly professional and ethical street portraits. It is important to share such records as those you constantly and so meticulously are capturing and presenting on Flickr.
I really hope that some of these people are moved to do something worthy for the at-risk kids growing up in their own communities, wherever these may be, before those kids reach the stage of hopelessness. Only then will we see less homeless people living on the streets.

We all need to care for those who have been less fortunate in their journey through life. In many cases, just a little more personal love and caring can rescue lives.

Gregory - The Hummingbird Project (Projeto Beija-Flor)

...posted 5/24/2006 10:10:48 PM

_pop-eye says:

Incredible portrait, congratulations!

...posted 5/24/2006 9:09:30 PM

http://malierotico.com says:

another wonderful portrait!
you are a great photographer!

...posted 5/24/2006 8:28:06 PM

joto25 says:

A stunning portrait of a very beautiful young soul....

...posted 5/24/2006 7:04:06 PM

N u n o says:

Muito bonito!

...posted 5/24/2006 1:04:31 PM

pics by eefje says:

So COOL!!!!
beautyful!

...posted 5/24/2006 12:46:46 PM

exhibitj says:

Moving story, well captured by you.

...posted 5/24/2006 3:04:50 AM

housden photos says:

Thank you for including her story. Your ability to capture a person through their eyes is wonderful. Including her story makes her seem so very personable. Great work, a pleasure to view your photo stream as always.

...posted 5/23/2006 7:25:02 PM

asimpleheartcrying says:

Check out this group: www.flickr.com/groups/100best_level1/
Looking for the best 100 photographers. I feel some of your photos qualify. Only one per day.

...posted 5/23/2006 5:54:37 PM

YnR says:

Too many comments, took me for ages to reach the bottom.
Beauty in harshness is a treasure. Keep your spirits girl!

...posted 5/23/2006 1:22:19 AM

HITOMI SA says:

you take the most powerful portraits. so intense and honest!

...posted 5/22/2006 8:44:47 PM

cathy.h says:

Striking portrait! They all are excellent!

...posted 5/22/2006 2:20:49 PM

Joanie-21 says:

fantastic!

...posted 5/22/2006 7:04:26 AM

7.oda says:

really beautiful!!!

...posted 5/22/2006 6:44:52 AM

Gaby . says:

really great photos you have here!
loved the way you captured the emotion on their faces
and this girl have just the saddest eyes..
well done!
:*

...posted 5/22/2006 1:58:16 AM

Maria Jose Stitic says:

wowo! BEAUTIFUL GIRL! .. very emotional eyes....

...posted 5/21/2006 7:12:35 PM

Mariana Mattesco says:

I hope she´s happy with her choice. Great portrait. I like her sweet expression.

...posted 5/21/2006 2:04:45 PM

giuliaaa says:

your portraits are just so beautiful and crisp. i feel like i already know her!

...posted 5/20/2006 8:00:59 PM

Lenba says:

Oh my. Beautiful.

...posted 5/20/2006 7:04:07 PM

Kishore Murthy says:

Beautiful... Serene... Nicely done!

...posted 5/20/2006 6:47:53 PM

NYCArthur says:

it's just not right -
I hope she gets her life together.
wish I could help.

amazing portrait.!
thanks for posting.

...posted 5/20/2006 3:23:40 PM

Mernas says:

what an exceptional portrait.. she looks like such a strong character

...posted 5/20/2006 11:43:48 AM

saygin.dogus says:

Que de photos magnifiques, des regards impressionnants, des prise de vue et réglage parfait, une superbe série que l'on a ici.

...posted 5/20/2006 11:20:22 AM

Epizut_Scratch et Griffe says:

je reste admirative et impressionnée par ton travail Tomas, merci

...posted 5/20/2006 6:38:29 AM

Epizut_Scratch et Griffe says:

Dear Darling says:

Beautiful. Her eyes just suck you in.

...posted 5/20/2006 1:06:19 AM

J Diggity says:

beautiful and touching portrait.

...posted 5/20/2006 12:56:32 AM

Tampen says:

It's remarkable that you've been uploading since October and today is the first day I've seen your work. I wonder how many great undiscovered treasure troves there are out there in Flickr. Undiscovered by me, anyway.

Extraordinary work.

...posted 5/20/2006 12:30:46 AM

Eleven Hearts says:

my favorite

...posted 5/19/2006 11:38:07 PM

brghld says:

the best picture iwe seen in weeks!!! nice work!!!

...posted 5/19/2006 10:41:11 PM

farbenblind says:

those eyes, they really make me speechless. wonderful portrait... fav

...posted 5/19/2006 9:13:59 PM

Robert Lio says:

Beautiful portrait.

You are very gifted.

God sent to tell us thier side of the story.

...posted 5/19/2006 8:16:17 PM

bc.photo says:

Amazingly beautiful portrait.

...posted 5/19/2006 7:57:56 PM

Sawrah says:

Beautifully expressive eyes! Great shot!

...posted 5/19/2006 7:50:23 PM

ReeeeN says:

Beautiful eyes,innocent face...

...posted 5/19/2006 6:55:26 PM

~BranchDesign says:

I LOVE that I just hit "EXPLORE" and this photo popped up. Your photos are excellent.

You must have a wonderful personality to be able to go up to these individuals and learnabout them and take their photos. Do you write everything down or do you have a super memory?

...posted 5/19/2006 3:39:59 PM

LucaPicciau says:

High score!!!

...posted 5/19/2006 3:29:08 PM

Smitten with Lido says:

What has been said here is all very touchy and I am sure stoneth is glad his image gets so much an accolade but I have a bit different idea - let's make a bidding and see how much this image will reach. stoneth give the dough to this girl and the winner gets an original, signed 16 x 12 in print, unframed. What do you think? £10 from me.

...posted 5/19/2006 2:46:13 PM

alonsodr says:

Love your work, my friend!

...posted 5/19/2006 2:35:57 PM

vencha luka says:

there`s heart in all your portraits.
you really not just captured the peoples faces, but their souls too.
and i also like that you`re taking time to tell their stories.
great work !.

...posted 5/19/2006 12:59:05 PM

samuelmelim says:

Applauses to you!!!

...posted 5/19/2006 12:16:50 PM

f.vp says:

quite a great storytelling face. very unique..

...posted 5/19/2006 12:10:15 PM

salamandrina says:

very good

...posted 5/19/2006 11:18:54 AM

dave watts says:

you're a genius, so much life in all of your portraits. They have a sense of sadness while also being very beautiful.

...posted 5/19/2006 10:49:57 AM

Ana V. Francés says:

perfecta

...posted 5/19/2006 8:02:08 AM

last love says:

very intense expressions. great portrait.

...posted 5/19/2006 5:32:09 AM

ms4jah says:

how can one simple face shot be so powerful, with so much IMPACT? I saw this on explore front page and had to fave it. good job.

...posted 5/19/2006 5:08:50 AM

cybermanikan says:

May she find some source of happiness and power to control as much of her destiny as may be possible. Excellent photo stoneth! These images remind me of when I was a wanderer in my late teens and early 20s... I sometimes lived in an old diesel suburban. However, I always had something to return to, school and family. I knew people during those times who had nothing but themselves and the places they found themselves in.

...posted 5/19/2006 4:52:33 AM

mantelli says:

the eyes...

...posted 5/19/2006 4:33:39 AM

former.ly says:

she is so beautiful...inside and out you can see (those eyes!) your narratives add so much more to the portrait than meets the eye. your point of departure is really mesmerizing and absolutely as real as real can get. well done!!

...posted 5/19/2006 4:33:26 AM

another story says:

wonderful portrait. i find in fascinating and heartbreaking that i so readily see the beauty in her face, captured in this portrait, viewed from the safety of my home and computer screen; if i'm honest, in person i may likely avert my eyes from her gaze, walk quickly by, praying that she would not look at me, pretending she did not exist. thank you for forcing us all to look her in the eyes.

...posted 5/19/2006 4:22:00 AM

Debbie C.B.'s says:

shes georgoues
she could definetly be a model
send her photos to angencies
she looks like an angelic nun or saint
you might be able to save her

...posted 5/19/2006 12:47:52 AM

asimpleheartcrying says:

Astounding!

...posted 5/18/2006 11:08:36 PM

Phil O'Toole says:

I spend my time looking for- and at- beautiful things. Stoneth your a regular visiting spot and this pic is your best yet...

...posted 5/18/2006 10:56:36 PM

OsvaldoElgueta says:

it was a surprise for me... she looks like to a friend of mine. thas is for me, at least... This picture remind me to her, my friend. she's a little far from me... the link below is her:

thanks for that...

...posted 5/18/2006 10:24:07 PM

McNeney says:

Such a soft sweet face... but so much harshness reflected in those eyes. Your talent constantly amazes me.

...posted 5/18/2006 10:02:30 PM

Memo Vasquez says:

This portrait serie is excellent!!!

...posted 5/18/2006 8:54:35 PM

fotomix says:

beautiful portrait!!

...posted 5/18/2006 8:43:56 PM

shoosya says:

She's so beautiful...

...posted 5/18/2006 8:34:08 PM

AArchibald says:

What a gentle face. You did well with this one as usual

...posted 5/18/2006 8:17:05 PM

plvheart1 says:

wonderfull...so nice...

...posted 5/18/2006 7:47:11 PM

pallamaio says:

so pure :)

...posted 5/18/2006 7:28:26 PM

Pezzi di Vita (Lallarallarallallero) says:

Wonderful!!!! fav

...posted 5/18/2006 6:45:00 PM

Richard Cody says:

Portrait extrordinaire!

...posted 5/18/2006 6:36:31 PM

quebon2 says:

One of my faves from the street kid series. Great capture.

...posted 5/18/2006 5:29:28 PM

angelificatus says:

Exquisite ! Thank you for her background story ~~

...posted 5/18/2006 5:14:01 PM

* Ahmad Kavousian * says:

Great shot

...posted 5/18/2006 5:10:51 PM

►bynini◄ [slightly away] says:

she is so beautiful. sad story about a nice girl.

...posted 5/18/2006 4:52:46 PM

luisa_m_c_m_cruz says:

An extraordinary portrait.
She's so beautiful...

...posted 5/18/2006 4:19:09 PM

andrea francesco says:

a sure fav, this portrait is so intense and spontaneous...love her eyes!

...posted 5/18/2006 4:11:00 PM

DocZork - restless says:

beautiful!

...posted 5/18/2006 3:53:46 PM

akaiam says:

great portrait, as so many have noted.
she's about 18, and already you can see the lines forming under her eyes...

...posted 5/18/2006 3:45:35 PM

leoedin says:

Wonderful portrait!

...posted 5/18/2006 3:16:41 PM

Harpersbizarre says:

These last few are biblical- I am seeing the Holy
Virgin in ths shot.

...posted 5/18/2006 2:41:42 PM

jot.de says:

beautiful, great portrait, thanks for the story behind it!!!!!

...posted 5/18/2006 2:41:41 PM

x0tic_kisez says:

another great protrait, like if thats something new. lol ;-)

...posted 5/18/2006 2:33:04 PM

Meital Perger says:

beutiful girl

...posted 5/18/2006 2:11:11 PM

Aristocrat says:

What a face! Superb shot!

...posted 5/18/2006 2:10:55 PM

ANOXLOU says:

gorgeous

...posted 5/18/2006 2:09:19 PM

MoniPeni says:

Would it cheapen the shot if I compared it to the Mona Lisa´s smile...? Whichever way, beautiful shot.

...posted 5/18/2006 1:58:00 PM

ed's point of view says:

great capture of this young woman's pride and dignity.

...posted 5/18/2006 1:48:04 PM

Ali-PG says:

WOW, what a beautiful face.

...posted 5/18/2006 1:47:42 PM

maryanne_b says:

Really beautiful. :)

...posted 5/18/2006 1:00:30 PM

*estrella says:

beautiful, wistful look...

...posted 5/18/2006 12:52:05 PM

jasperroz says:

Beautiful portrait..... I wish her parents could see this.

...posted 5/18/2006 12:42:07 PM

kelco says:

excellent.

...posted 5/18/2006 12:35:33 PM

kenji2006 says:

The expression is the highest of this.

...posted 5/18/2006 12:33:07 PM

~BranchDesign says:

She's beautiful.

...posted 5/18/2006 12:29:57 PM

Gamlaman says:

The serenity of her expression is amazing in view of her history.

May the road rise to meet her feet and the tent lead to a more permanent and stable future.

This, and the remainder of the set, is a significant comment on life around us. Please keep them coming.

...posted 5/18/2006 11:55:55 AM

metimbers2000 says:

Touching photograph and story. Thanks for sharing this.

...posted 5/18/2006 11:07:00 AM

Paradise Regained says:

another masterpiece - just hoping it all works out for her..

...posted 5/18/2006 10:58:27 AM

jamesToligney says:

she is beautiful. sad reality about the circumstances of her young life.

...posted 5/18/2006 10:37:54 AM

teenage jesus says:

beautiful, I like it

...posted 5/18/2006 10:21:06 AM

billy verdin says:

excellent photo

...posted 5/18/2006 10:13:54 AM

rajue says:

Excellent portrait!
1-2-3

...posted 5/18/2006 10:13:09 AM

andiclix says:

I shall hope she will find the strength to make herself a home

...posted 5/18/2006 9:45:22 AM

smata2 says:

Beautiful person. Beautiful portrait.

...posted 5/18/2006 9:44:16 AM

ziopilo says:

i love your portrait! thank you!!!!

...posted 5/18/2006 9:19:30 AM

Nicola Del Mutolo says:

Numismatic like it :)

...posted 5/18/2006 9:15:30 AM

DeannaDeanna says:

Captivating.

...posted 5/18/2006 8:59:40 AM

Felipe Monardes Mena says:

Wow... great portrait, she's very beautiful!

...posted 5/18/2006 8:59:14 AM

Tous les noms sont déjà pris... pfff... says:

Suspended....

...posted 5/18/2006 8:42:58 AM

Dgfosters says:

really honest capture. wow

...posted 5/18/2006 8:34:59 AM

maayana.net says:

i love the framing of this - with her hood on, its clear that this girl is probably such a tough cookie, but yet you managed to get her femininty and softness across in this image...fantastic stuff.

...posted 5/18/2006 8:33:28 AM

vakas says:

both "poverty" and "street kids" have amazing collection...
very nicely done.. every picture seem to have 'eyes'..

...posted 5/18/2006 8:31:45 AM

Smitten with Lido says:

this is a face of an angel not a homeless girl who needs to be tough as old shoes. perfect capture, spot-on framing. one day i'll see you big time one this mate.

...posted 5/18/2006 8:25:26 AM

arutha says:

Fantastic shot, beautifully framed and very expressive (in a very calm way).

...posted 5/18/2006 8:22:25 AM

Moxette says:

Yes, a really striking portrait

...posted 5/18/2006 8:17:05 AM

:alain: says:

your portraits are stunning! compliments!

...posted 5/18/2006 8:09:30 AM

evie22 says:

It's amazing when you think she's so beautiful in 'another life' she could be a wealthy model.
What are we doing to our youth? And what will that mean for all of our futures..?
A stunning portrait, stoneth. Strong in composition, lighting and inspiration. A favorite.
1-2-3

...posted 5/18/2006 8:07:20 AM

_Hans van de Vorst says:

She's beautiful, a strong face. She looks like an angel in disguise.

...posted 5/18/2006 7:53:54 AM

tom_p says:

a very good portrait
I wish her great luck

...posted 5/18/2006 7:53:41 AM

vanouxe says:

really nice portrait-i love the tone

...posted 5/18/2006 7:52:57 AM

Freund Studio says:

she has a very nice quality in her eyes, your photos are great in capturing the essence of these wonderful people

...posted 5/18/2006 7:48:48 AM

bennyjewell says:

hey isnt it funny that most of these people are living on the bare essentials but all of there souls and values seem to be so in touch !! im loving this one alot !! awsoem work ,,,,whats your reall name by the way ...

...posted 5/18/2006 7:44:12 AM

BoazImages says:

Another fantastic shot!! well done!

...posted 5/18/2006 7:29:17 AM

TobiTobi ( now www.ipernity.com/home/tobitobi) says:

what a lovely, peaceful image. All the best to her and her freind!

...posted 5/18/2006 7:25:10 AM

Serdjo says:

Great portrait.
I love that you took the time to tell the story.

1-2-3

...posted 5/18/2006 7:17:08 AM