TITLE: Lawnmower man

A man mows the grass in the grounds of the Taj Mahal. The marble mausoleum stands majestic behind him as he walks towards the camera framed by trees.

AUTHOR: Kev Curtis (United Kingdom)

I like nothing better than being let loose with my camera, blending in with the crowd at a party or get-together and taking candid, but unobtrusive shots. Too often, a pushy photographer can disrupt the flow, groove, and momentum of an event and even have it grind to a complete standstill whilst he/she directs guests into various groups and poses. This, I don't do. A collection of shots of people in groups posing and smiling at the lens tells you little of the event. I have a reportage/journalistic approach to the occasion, with the end results being a realistic and uncontrived account of the event. For a timeless feel I favour black and white, but obviously colour has its place when necessary.