Day 118: Coming up for air

So sad :(

Let me hold your hand.

As a child I was never very healthy and I suffered from a slight bout of asthma requiring an inhaler. I still get caught now and again with a shortness in breath which can cause serious discomfort.

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Chris_J_UK says:

Mate, that really sucks and it’s sad to see you suffering.

The photo however is really striking, especially your forehead with the intense frown.
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

I am so sorry for your pain. This is so dramatic and the shot is really quite wonderful. Not sure if I should be saying that, but I guess you expected comments when posting it?

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Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

gimmie_shoes says:

I hope you're ok. The photo is great however, a very strong portrait.
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

daleonsouth says:

It is a great photo and I feel for you... take care.
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

hep-cat says:

Great picture! Pain, not so good. Picture, fantastic.

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Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

matty! says:

oh, this looks like a lot more than just discomfort. i hope you're feeling better now. be well *hug*
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

mindfulgirl says:

Sorry to see you struggling like this.
Glad you chose to post this impactful picture.
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

Rockin' Rob says:

Man, the tear flowing from your eye is killing me.
*deep breaths*

*Rob*
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

practicalowl says:

Asthma sucks big time! So I know what you are suffering there.
Dramatic,powerful and deeply touching. x
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

sosij says:

Ashthma is not good, but this photo is brilliant. Great composition, expression and just perfect. The tear makes it Excellent.
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

d.rex says:

Wow. This is amazingly intense. Really great capture.
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

PortugePunk says:

Wow you face is so intense in this shot. Great choice by displaying it in BW. Really fits the mood and sense or urgency.
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

Jimbo3DC says:

I get that way every time Olivia Newton-John announces a world tour.
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

Chapendra says:

Take care of yourself Matt! I'm thinking about ya hun.
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

powerbooktrance says:

Big hug!
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

scozart [deleted] says:

Intensity!
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

assbach says:

perfect! thanks for that
Posted 36 months ago. ( permalink )

Zach_ManchesterUK says:

I don't know what to say, as in many ways, everyone has expressed my own feelings when I see this portrait. Even though I have favourited this photo, it makes me feel guilty, as you are in so much pain - but your honesty in this photo is quite beautiful, and that is compelling.
Take care, Zach x
Posted 33 months ago. ( permalink )

powerpig says:

Well now that all the seriousness is done with, I shall ask a very important question: are you sure it's asthma, and not hairballs? :D
Posted 29 months ago. ( permalink )

Recury. says:

Amazing image.

A true artist suffers for his work.
Posted 24 months ago. ( permalink )

PRIME IMAGERY >gianni< says:

intense shot ...
Posted 17 months ago. ( permalink )

Jason Nicholls says:

I stopped at this shot for several minutes. Really amazing .....truly !
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

Zach_ManchesterUK says:

Matty, this was one of the first photos I ever saw of yours, and it still pulls at me.

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Performance Masquerade, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 9 months ago. ( permalink )

ukstairs says:

Beautiful. Still, I'm torn between this bit of stark realism and your wonderful Krispy Kreme setup ;)
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

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