PURDAH
(India)

Oil on Canvas - 40" x 32"

A most memorable moment was when I was hiding behind a wall to try to capture a picture of several women in veils at the Taj Mahal. Through my lens I suddenly saw the man who was with them approaching me with determination. My first thought was that I had invaded their privacy and might be about to lose my camera at best. He wanted to know why I was photographing them. When I explained it was their beauty, he was proud and very excited. He asked if he could have a picture. I happily took his address.