Colors of life
Colors of life
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We realize that life has so many colors to offer, only on the occasion of festivals. The myriad colors of life can get us united with love and affection. It gives us an opportunity to forget all the pale, dark sides and enjoy life. Life becomes a great fun when we add colors to it. Colors can eliminate the differences between caste, race or social status. When every one is colorful, it is difficult to make out who belongs to which caste or creed. Isn't it? :-)

Holi, also known as the 'Festival of Colors', is a popular spring festival in India. On the first day, lighting up of bonfire at night signifies the triumph of good over bad.

People celebrate the second day, called as Dhulivandan, by playfully throwing powdered/water colors on each other. People of all ages celebrate this festival of colors.

This colorful festival removes the social gap. People renew friendly relationships by hugging and wishing each other "Happy Holi".

Just imagine if the whole world celebrates this festival of colors! Everyone will look the same, and all barriers and discrimination will vanish. The whole world will be tied together with the bonds of universal brotherhood. Dreams are bound to be idealistic! :-)

Well! I shot this picture at Walkeshwar. Light was too harsh inducing high contrast in the picture frame. Despite the harsh light I couldn't resist the temptation to shoot this colorful get-together of young, energetic street boys.

Venue: Walkeshwar (Mumbai). Holi 2008

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29 Comments on "Colors of life" (2.5 16 votes cast)
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  • Mini // 2008-03-23 00:42:09

    truly festive....!

  • garghe // 2008-03-23 05:12:33

    At firts I though: "What are that colors?" but then I red the note :) Festival of Colors is cool :) and these Child looks so happy!
    A great Photo Abhijit

  • ankush vimawala // 2008-03-24 01:31:36

    awesome shot, beautiful colors

  • Surendra // 2008-03-24 11:42:31

    Both boys have given a real good facial expression. Very Very Natural. Simply great.

  • I AM // 2008-03-25 10:17:14

    No two colors are every same.. neither are people...unless they all put the same color !! which is impossible...I think I like the different colors and that we as humans can see it...unlike animals...

  • shuma.rani // 2008-03-26 19:21:15

    Happy Holi. Lovely smiles and well captured...

  • Sailin Gudhka // 2008-03-27 12:31:16

    Mind bloggling! what a contrast.

  • Ash // 2008-03-28 00:32:17

    Perfect! Lovely image.

  • Naty // 2008-03-29 00:20:43

    Excelent!

  • mar00ned // 2008-03-31 12:03:57

    Absolutely fantastic. Perfect.

  • abhijeet rane // 2008-03-31 12:35:01

    khup chan photo kdhla ahe ekdam sahi. 2 good.

  • Marília // 2008-03-31 17:47:10

    Beautiful!
    "In photography, the smallest thing can be a great subject. The little, human detail can become a Leitmotiv." Henri Cartier-Bresson

  • Nimish // 2008-04-01 00:00:52

    hi abhijit
    i quite liked the photograph, and the expression on the faces of these dudes reminds me of my childhood. man Holi used to be a riot of colors:D
    well the photograph looks great cus of the high contrast, that just adds intensity to the color and the underlying emotion that you have used in your writeup.
    take care
    ciao

  • Dhanashri Avalaskar // 2008-04-02 14:45:51

    Beautiful click and very thoughtful writeup too.

    Keep up the good work.

  • Swati // 2008-04-03 21:40:08

    Awesome!!!!

  • Swati // 2008-04-03 21:41:12

    Aswesome!!!

    All Snaps!!!

    Outstanding work ...!!!

  • Swati // 2008-04-03 21:57:47

    Aswesome!!!

    All Snaps!!!

    Outstanding work ...!!!

  • Ash // 2008-04-04 05:07:21

    I've been given the Excellent Blog award and I'm very happy and honored to pass it on to you!

  • GN KULKARNI // 2008-04-04 15:56:58

    Very good photo,.especially the teeth and eyes of both the boys are excellent. Both the boys enjoyed the Holi festival at their peak.

  • Zofo The Wandering Hermit // 2008-04-06 06:43:00

    Just Stunning.. Love the colors and the crispness of the shot.. beautiful work.

  • om // 2008-04-06 11:17:50

    Beautiful and happy couple. great shot.

  • Ranjeet // 2008-04-06 21:02:45

    Lovely colourful snap!!! Belated mail.Happy Holi and wishing you a happy Gudi Padwa today!!!

  • Ranjeet // 2008-04-06 21:04:09

    Lovely colourful snap!!! Belated Happy Holi and wishing you a very happy Gudi Padwa today!!!

  • jump // 2008-04-07 17:24:30

    Very very nice portrait, I like his smile and eyes...great :)

  • shiv // 2008-04-08 20:25:59

    wonderful holi shot...!
    its been a while since i visited,
    my exams are on :-(

  • Eye For India // 2008-04-11 17:36:04

    Top class

  • Anwarali Kapasi // 2008-04-18 18:08:09

    Nice expressions and a colourful picture.

  • Gaurav // 2008-04-24 13:34:07

    Abhijit such wonderful captures. What camera do u use?

  • Rian // 2008-06-16 00:21:05

    you've captured wonderful emotions from your subjects.. love it! :D

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