Friday 10 August 2012

Meet Mark, A Puppeteer

 'Godiva Awakes' Puppeteer
I don't take many photos of people - I am not sure of the protocol.   This chap stood out when I was watching the Godiva Awakes production.   It turns out he is one of the puppeteers that operate the 6 meter high Godiva.  I asked if I could photograph him.  He said, 'Yes'.  But this photo was taken before I asked.  I like it the best.


5 comments:

Stefan Jansson said...

He is looking into the future! The portraits is probably the only reason I'm still doing the daily blog thing. You should to more, try asking everyone a few questions. Always interesting to read a few facts about people. Another tip is to take their email and send them a copy of the photos. That is always appreciated.

LONDONLULU said...

This is a fabulous portrait! I've not taken many people either and Stefan's advice sounds good. This guy could have walked straight out of a 1930s movie set! (I find myself inadvertantly saying 'tomato' the way the English do sometimes, despite being more permanently stateside now:)

Petrea Burchard said...

He's going to be happy with this one. He looks very dashing. Nicely done.

I know what you mean, though. I'm shy about it, too.

Adele said...

Me three on the shy thing. What a lovely portrait, though. I feel inspired to be a wee bit more brave...

LOLfromPasa said...

Thanks, Stefan, for your advice. We are all listening and I think you have encouraged us to have a go. Thank you!

You got it, Lulu. (...and, it used to hurt to say 'tomoto' and 'banana' as they do here...but I do it now with ease. I am drawing the line on 'garage'.)

Thanks, Petrea and Adele. I feel keen to have another go but doubt someone like this chap will be in my path any day soon.