Posted by Michael Skorulski (Cigel, Slovakia) on 3 June 2008 in People & Portraits and Portfolio.
These guys pick their way up steep trails with huge loads on their backs. They head straight up on routes I wouldn't even attempt carrying nothing. In winter, I've watched them plod their way up slippery inclines past trekkers skidding down on their behinds. They haul the food and kegs of beer that trekkers will enjoy in the hut at the top of the mountain. My admiration for them is boundless.
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Thats a pretty impressive job he's doing, I am in no way envious. Great shot Michael.
3 Jun 2008 12:41am
@Rhys: They really earn their money. thank you, Rhys.
I like mountain climbing .nice shot (bji kurd ) :)
3 Jun 2008 12:59am
@mosleh: Thank you, Mosleh.
WOW - that is quite some load he has on his back Michael - you've captured his determination and skill so well. He makes it look like he's strolling down the road for some afternoon fresh air!
3 Jun 2008 1:45am
@Mandy Provan: Yes. they can go where hikers wouldn't even walk. Really they are like mountain goats. thank you, Mandy.
What a great way to stay in shape! Excellent shot Michael!
3 Jun 2008 2:19am
@Craig: Many thanks, Craig. These guys sometimes have competitions to see who can carry the most weight. It is in the hundreds of pounds.
A very strong shot for a very strong man. My admiration, too
3 Jun 2008 2:39am
@Calusarus: Yes, these guys are amazingly strong. Thanks, Calusarus.
Amazing photo wow Michael, I'm so impressed, love the colour selection, and really I have to ask, is he only wearing a T-shirt...it would interesting, if he had to lift up , hum, those bundles ...
3 Jun 2008 2:47am
@Lorraine: He has a T-shirt and short shorts. thanks, Lorraine.
Wow, great work indeed!
3 Jun 2008 3:47am
@Arash: Thank you, Arash.
Not just off for a pick nick, great shot
3 Jun 2008 3:57am
@Alun Lambert: Thank you, Alun.
Great shot and nice effect there! I kinda pity the poor porter actually... But he seems to be doing quite alright.
3 Jun 2008 4:34am
@Koushiro~光子郎: Yes, he is very strong. thank you, Koushiro.
An amazing shot, Michael! And an amazing explanation... not a job I would want! My back hurts just looking at him! Well done!
3 Jun 2008 5:08am
@Betty: Many thanks, Betty.
Good use of color selection!
3 Jun 2008 5:59am
@vu@granby - Wolfgang: Thank you, Wolfgang.
I get dizzy when I look at WHAT he has on his back...I don't even try imagining the weight!!! But then....look at his legs, he has muscles of steel! beautiful presentation, Michael, with the selective colour!What surrounds him looks primeval!
3 Jun 2008 6:05am
@Japanalia: That is very rough country. And these porters are amazing. thanks, Gabriela. They carry huge weights.
Well, Michael, I have to 'second' what Gabriela wrote above - the WEIGHT, LEGS, MUSCLES - incredible. This photo speaks volumes, but your text naturally adds to it!
3 Jun 2008 6:56am
@Judy: Thanks, Judy. That's a great comment.
very interesting shot !! lovely color selection ... well done ! thanks.
3 Jun 2008 7:02am
@Helma: Thank you for commenting, Helma.
These guys must be quite dedicated to their profession of drinking beer in the highest places. Hahaha!
3 Jun 2008 7:07am
@Viewfinder: Yes, you would have to be to lug your own keg up the mountain. Thanks, VF.
wow, it looks so heavy. wish he wouldn't hurt himself....
3 Jun 2008 8:26am
@pLusOne: I think he does it everyday. Thank you, P1.
Looks like mighty hard work
3 Jun 2008 8:52am
@Peter Miller: Certainly does. Thank you, Peter.
They seem like unique people. I like the way you drained the color out of the image. It is a very well made image.
3 Jun 2008 9:36am
@Rags: They are unique. thank you, Rags.
very nice capture. the rocks, and the heavy carried man, hard work. nice shot.
3 Jun 2008 9:54am
@Sérgio Martins: Thank you very much, Sérgio.
He's a European kind of sherpa, but I guess people like him are keeping in the background, though most tourists wouldn't reach the summit without them...
3 Jun 2008 9:58am
@MadScientist: You describe him well. Certainly tourists wouldn't have anything to eat or drink up top without him. Thank you, MS.
Wow, impressive. Look at his legs, so muscled and toned. Great editing Michael, love how the color is just on the man and the bit of ground around him. Makes him really stand out. Excellent capture.
3 Jun 2008 2:23pm
@Marion: Thank you, Marion.
That's quite a load, but if it contains alcohol, it seems justified.
3 Jun 2008 3:35pm
@Twelvebit: Very much so. Thank you.
Very impressive shot Michael! He looks more like a slave than a worker. Beautiful selective colouring.
3 Jun 2008 3:47pm
@standley: Great comment. thank you, Richard.
An interesting way that you have edited this with the color. The B & W definitely adds definition to the texture of the boulders/craters that the man is walking by.
3 Jun 2008 4:22pm
@Steven: Many thanks, Steven.
Une sorte de sherpa d'Europe. On sent ici sa concentration pour gravir ce chemin en forte pente avec cette charge J'en ai vu aussi au Pérou qui portaient le lourd matériel des touristes qui se rendaient au Macchu Picchu. C'est un métier dur mais qui permet de faire vivre de nombreuses familles là-bas.
3 Jun 2008 4:43pm
@Evelyne Dubos: Merci beaucoup, Evelyne.
My admiration too once that keg gets opened..! Great crisp image Michael, and I like the portrait format.
3 Jun 2008 6:51pm
@Observing: Thanks, Mike. I appreciate that.
great shot lovely colors and he is in great shape.......
3 Jun 2008 7:40pm
@MJ: He sure is. Many thanks, MJ.
Unbelievable!
4 Jun 2008 2:40am
@Ian Bramham: Thank you, Ian. Yes, they do carry fantastic loads.
Good photo. Amazing capabilities of these porters! Glad you documented one.
4 Jun 2008 10:23am
@Anita: Many thanks, Anita.
I just could not do it. Just the load would have me wheezing before I took a step.
4 Jun 2008 7:03pm
@Michael Rawluk: I agree. I couldn't imagine hauling a keg of ale up a mountain. Thanks, Michael.
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