blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven

like one of many I meet while I'm out and about

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He just approached me asking for some change. I gave him some money for his meal plus more.

I asked him if I can take his picture and he agreed. We talked and I learned that he and his wife are homeless. They got two kids that are not living with them. He believes in God and always pray that someday, life will be beautiful for his family.

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(284 comments)

...Jæja says:

it's a nice story for a spectacular photo, :) so dramatic tones in his face
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Picture This1 says:

Very nice of you Joe to help him and to hear his story. Great shot my friend
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

eye of einstein says:

haunting image..
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

samuelmelim [deleted] says:

Impressive Kris!!!!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

u.linder says:

impressive!!
both, the story and your pic.
don't know what to say more.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

shoothead says:

real...
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

ßlϋeωãvε says:

At least he found a kind soul in you, Joe. We have to trust that his faith in God will lead to a new home for his family.

I like his distant expression and the way the light (or moon?) catches his hood, while consumerism is shown behind him.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

dariuszka says:

This is so touching and beautiful. I love it. Impressive light and contrast. Fantastic shot Joe!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Lida Rose says:

Superb, Joe!! A fantastic commentary on modern life, and a fantastic photo.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Kris Kros says:

Hey guys. Thanks for your early-bird comments. BTW, this is not about me. This is about him. May he find the happiness that he is seeking for his family with the grace of God.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

♥ dorinadorine73 ♥ says:

this is one of the reason photographers are photographers..they depict things as they see it happened and this is exactly what life is out there besides our own. Thank you for sharing this joe..ur an exceptional photographer and this is an excellent shot!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

*Rosemea MacPherson says:

Deligthful!
I love it!
XOXOXOX
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

* Toshio * (Globetrotting) says:

Awesome HDR!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

objective says:

spectacular!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

various visual stuff says:

wow! great job with this one. he's really standing out in front of the dark background
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

suesue2 says:

Touching story...May God touch him and his family. Superb photo.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Hel Des says:

Powerful and impressive picture. Moving and disturbing. Talking with him was real nice from your part.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

PrinceVlad says:

great life portrait...Kris..
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

isolano. says:

Fantastic portrait! So realistic! And I love the background too!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

The white preacher man says:

Great portrait and sad story... affecting, those eyes are full of pain, his skin is tired...
Great job Joe
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

fuguito says:

good that he hasn't lost his hope!
a very good portrait.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

*Micky says:

Brilliant!!!!!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

o3boR says:

Great Great Shot, my friend!!!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Gary* says:

He has the pain of life written all over his face, great capture!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

dsevilla says:

Impacting. I like the back light in the top of the hat.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Lindina says:

Impressive...
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Tex Flix says:

You really captured his plight very well. We are all very fortunate to live the lives we live.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

ThePres [deleted] says:

Beautiful image!!!!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

WomanChild says:

Totally captivating portrait. And haunting.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

enricod says:

really very nice. And touching story, thanks for sharing it, it makes the image much more interesting.
I wish him all the best.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

billy verdin says:

simply perfect
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Kariobinja says:

amazing portrait!
i love to read your captions!
and the title is great!
congrats!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

shieken says:

good story to go with the picture
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

gtj-45 says:

Lovely photo...and your kindness to this man is wonderful...
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

QuantumJedi says:

powerful
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Dean Forbes says:

you are a good human being, Joe.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Juli-Milli says:

Blessed are the clean of heart: for they shall see God.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Viorica G says:

Sad but wonderful shot! :
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

moriza says:

So obvious the hardship and sadness in his face. But I also (hope that) I see a bit of determination and hope.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

myreflection says:

Wonderful image.....it imparts so much!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Cilest says:

thanks for the impressive photo and the story behind it! moving.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

mliebenberg says:

Great Picture - I think you captured the condition of the soul!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

c.zwerg says:

Amazing picture and a great portrait - sad story and you can see it all in his eyes...
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

***Karen says:

Awesome shot! Blessings to you.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

exhibitj says:

Bless you Joe. This shot reminds me of works from stoneth. Very inspirational work.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

-H- says:

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Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Nuno Leitao says:

Words are pointless with this portrait.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

*hb19 says:

great image & story behind it Kris
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

jami~ says:

Wow, what a moving story this image tells...the power of prayer and faith not lost.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Anna D* says:

Very strong.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

too_much says:

great story. thanks for your kindness.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Hudlu [deleted] says:

Awesome shot!!!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

oybay says:

Is this one of your first of a series of people shots? If so, bravo! Thanks for the sad background story, too.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

pshutterbug says:

Very nicely taken shot and story adds more value to the shot.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

lizardgal says:

Awesome shot!! So many people are in his same shoes. It's sad! Thanks for the background story.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

SiN Photography [deleted] says:

i am humbled by the man and his plight. thank you.

-SiN
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

bleu celt says:

belle image!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

manuel@ says:

eyes speaking! great, thank you.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

bunchofpants says:

Astoundingly amazing portrait!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

nyanna says:

I wonder if he realized how many people would be touched by his spirit as conveyed by this photo? This is a very strong and humbling image.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

kellislose says:

This is a GREAT piece of art Joe!!! Really like the story too!!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Carrie Taylor says:

Incredibly powerful portrait. Very nice work, good job!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

FFgoatee says:

great picture and story! thanks Joe:)
I wish him a new home!...
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Jennifer Esperanza {Mahita} says:

WoW...moving portrait
Love this a Big Fave!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Mr Geoff says:

Yay! You're on the front page of Explore!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

wish u were here (off contemplating life) [deleted] says:

Wonderful image. Great story to go with it.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

kasmil (Away) says:

hmm touching story..
Great portrait:)
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Robby Edwards says:

Great photo and story. Well done, Joe!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Angel Wings Forever says:

..... a sad reality that exist in such a rich country....

This is one powerful capture with the story to match.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

videoal says:

The eyes say it all. Very appropriate story, too.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Cid* says:

Great portrait!:)
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Di..... [deleted] says:

Very impressive image!!
Awesome detail!
Great shot!!
I hope your day is wonderful for you!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

dis_cover_y says:

WOW! so expressive!!!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

RedArt photographer says:

great shot!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

K a r i n says:

I like the expression on hes face.
great shot
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

John McDonald says:

Nice touch with the Beatitude title.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

wiseacre photo says:

What an incredible story to accompany an equally impressive picture. Great title, and I admire you so much for your faith and service.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Lawrence Whittemore says:

What a great shot Joe. The story is what seperates you from the rest!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

kazzawacki says:

Pic looks like youve managed to pick him up out of his surroundings, he seems lifted.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

baby7 says:

Awesome View!!!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

jcvigi says:

Excellent shot Joe!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Sunnysky_ says:

touching and powerful!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

ajschroetlin says:

Great image and a sad story.

Hopefully he will realize that God has already given him everything he needs to make his life better. He just has to act on it.

Good on ya Joe for helping him out.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

[ CK ] says:

Life is tough. That's why it's important that we all shine
as bright as we can :)

Moving portrait!

Thanks for joining the Collaboration Pool
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

asmundur says:

Thank you for posting this photo and it's story, my friend!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

skapoentje says:

moving, photo and the story behind it....
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

joaobambu says:

Astonishing and moving photo, especially in HDR it makes it more intense
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Jeff Clow says:

Superb portraiture, Joe...!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

obeck says:

superb.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Faborito says:

I'm speechless Joe!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

rowcrop77 says:

Great shot Joe, great shot ... and nice to know there are still good people out there looking out for the rest
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

zuberoa says:

Amazing face mixed with hundred of emotions,i´m really impressed with this picture, i agree "speecheless shot"
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Mace2000 says:

This is a very expressive artwork! A fave!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Kris Kros says:

Geoff, thanks for informing me.

This is currently featured on Explore.

But, I believe the picture is only the medium used to convey the emotion and feeling of our needy brethen. It is our brother that made this picture so compelling. Thank you all.

Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Luís Vieira says:

strong.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

luisa_m_c_m_cruz says:

The story of a hard life.
Excelent shot.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

bodofotoz says:

Muy forte! Wow, strong story, and shot! what a capture man!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

kiplingflu says:

very filmisch.
love this one.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

Yi-Lin & Kevin @ 4115 Wisconsin Ave says:

I like the story and the eyes. A great capture indeed.
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

garryloke says:

Spectacular !!
Posted 39 months ago. ( permalink )

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