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Hello Andrew! How nice title "The hands of a Purists"...

 

... I love the picture, I love this title.

Yes, they express Passion, but more they express Love.

Love for the object of his passion, and also express the understanding of this person about what it is behind an object like a watch: technique, history, legend, knowledge, skills, artistry, workmanship.

It´s so interesting to note how our physical behaviour can show our inner sentiments. The way we handle an object, our corporal attitude, tell a lot to the observer.
Of course fascial gesture can give us more information, but these hands tell a lot about this Purists, no needing to see his face, and his expression.

You got a Great Photograph!
It  remembers me  the old saying: "an image is better than a thousand words". You surely got the Spirit of a Purists here better than with a thousand words!

Thanks for sharing this beautiful image with us!
Best cordial regards, Abel.


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Passion

 
By: AndrewD : July 31st, 2012-16:06
You can tell by the way someone caresses an object how much they love it. No significant reason to post this image other than I love the passion it encapsulates: a watch on each wrist and another being lovingly held. Andrew There's no place like HoMe!...  

Nice pic.

 
By: SamEE : July 31st, 2012-17:16
Hey Andrew, how are you? Nice pic, it really captures the passion of this guy. Is that you? I would also like to say that you are doing a great job with starting thread topics that are interesting for people to participate. I have not participated much, b... 

PuristS Hands

 
By: AndrewD : July 31st, 2012-19:48
Hi Sam, I should have titled this thread "Hands of a Purist". It is my photograph, but taken of the hands of a good PuristS friend at an evening gathering over food and watches. Another great friendship made through this site. And I appreciate your kind w... 

Hello Andrew! How nice title "The hands of a Purists"...

 
By: Subexplorer : August 1st, 2012-07:20
... I love the picture, I love this title. Yes, they express Passion, but more they express Love. Love for the object of his passion, and also express the understanding of this person about what it is behind an object like a watch: technique, history, leg... 

This photo evokes memories of magic moments

 
By: Marv : July 31st, 2012-17:35
Andrew, You are a talented photographer and it is sometimes difficult to choose one among many of your beautiful photos. But, with this specific photo, I am really impressed! you managed to capture a subtile combination of strengh and delicacy. It is all ... 

True indeed!

 
By: sidneyc : July 31st, 2012-18:03
That is a lovely photo! The delicacy of holding the watch shows how much the person appreciates the time piece in his hand! Another way of seeing passion is in the eyes and facial expression of a conversation... I see that when watching/listening to Max t... 

Lovely photo

 
By: respo : July 31st, 2012-18:08
I think we all know how this gentleman feels. I was wondering what watch he is looking at, but then I figured out it does not matter. Best, Respo

Wonderful picture ...

 
By: small-luxury-world : July 31st, 2012-18:33
taken with a wonderful camera and even more important with a great lens :-) The bokeh is hard to beat. Oliver

Very Emotive shot !

 
By: flamenco : July 31st, 2012-19:06
A powerful image that evokes deep passion and emotion. Focus on the hands and watches captures the very essence ! Thanks for sharing !

Beautiful photo, Andrew!

 
By: dxboon : July 31st, 2012-20:58
It captures the love that many of us have for this hobby! Cheers, Daos

Yes, I think

 
By: W72 : July 31st, 2012-21:15
I can tell when someone holds a watch.. or as you put it caresses it. Regardless of what watch, the attention given to how it is held and looked at, the time the eyes linger over the dial, turning it over, look at the case back...at the movement (sometime... 

Superb photo. You're absolutely right, Andrew.

 
By: amanico : July 31st, 2012-21:52
If Passion for watches had to be described in one picture, better than in words by the way, this photo is the most efficient one. Blomman's wrists? ;) Best, Nicolas

No wonder this guy is holding the watch in his hands like it's a new born...

 
By: blomman Mr Blue : August 1st, 2012-00:05
Wonderful photo, Andrew! :) No wonder this guy is holding the watch in his hands like it's a new born. For the first time in his life he sees and holds the JLC Memovox Parking with French case – twisted lugs much like late Speedmasters.

Hey I know this guy!!

 
By: Ares501 - Mr Green : August 1st, 2012-02:06
He is passionate about some other thing too ;) Great times we had thank you for reminding me during siesta time Best Damjan

all of us are also passionate...

 
By: FanFrancisco : August 1st, 2012-08:57
... like the fellow in the pic! btw i guess i know who is in the pic :-) stefan