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Caught in the act...

This bold lady approached our group, seeking sales among us. One lady in our group bought a string of beads and a scarf. Therefore, I thought it fair game to shoot. I was caught in the act and she asked me for 2 euros (for the shot). I played dumb, indicating that I was with the woman making the purchase. She assumed I meant it was my wife and let me off.

I noticed several African men sitting on steps about 20 meters away and realised that they were observing and guarding this woman who was probably their means of income.

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17 comments

Jaap van 't Veen said:

Intriguing portrait Simon.
Reminds me of the same kind of activity in Morocco.
4 years ago

Simon Downham replied to Jaap van 't Veen:

It seems to be somewhat universal, Jaap.
4 years ago

Beatrice Degan(MARS) said:

Yes, please. I cant' resist your smile !
4 years ago ( translate )

Simon Downham replied to Beatrice Degan(MARS):

:)
4 years ago ( translate )

Richard Chamberlain said:

superb.
4 years ago ( translate )

Simon Downham replied to Richard Chamberlain:

Thanks!
4 years ago

HappySnapper said:

Plenty of these African Traders, I always think it is part of the experience Simon, We once went to Florence it was so hot our heads were burning, all these traders selling what you saw in your picture, then the skies suddenly opened and all the traders disappeared, two minutes later they were back with arms full of umbrellas.
4 years ago

Simon Downham replied to HappySnapper:

I agree with you Maurice and we had the same experience regarding the umbrellas!
4 years ago

Erika Akire said:

... :-)...
4 years ago ( translate )

Susanne Hoy said:

Great portrait!
4 years ago

Nora Caracci said:

very lovely portrait, excellent !
4 years ago ( translate )

aNNa schramm said:

with a friendly smile -a nice lady
4 years ago ( translate )

Danielle said:

Cette scène me fait sourire...Merci !
4 years ago ( translate )

Reyk said:

Expressive portrait
4 years ago ( translate )

Christel Ehretsmann said:

nice gaze !
4 years ago ( translate )