There are times when we gawk at a stellar picture portrait with more amazement and appreciation for the photographer’s skill than admiration for the people featured in it.
While ‘Every picture tells a story’ might be a phrase for different context, these photographs from ‘Place and Photo’ project by Brazilian photographer Gilmar Silva tell the actual story of transforming raw snaps into awe-worthy pictures.
The brilliant amalgamation of high-quality camera, creative vision, perfect angle and photo-shop finesse prove photography is truly an art and these pictures are a witness to that:
1. Ever imagined this would be the original shot?
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2. Such creativity. Wow!
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3. The struggle behind that dreamy
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4. I want such a picture please!
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5. The efforts to make your big day memorable!
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6. Total wallpaper material. So cute!
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7. Simply amazing.
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8. And that’s the outcome of a picture against a dull background.
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9. This is perfect.
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10. The addition of snow! I’m officially mesmerized.
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11. Could you have guessed the truth behind this one?
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12. Kudos to the imagination!
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13. Such a gorgeous maternity shoot.
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14. Look at the kind of dedication to get that perfect shot.
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15. This is truly commendable.
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16. Editing level = Wow
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17. Going to extreme lengths to get you that perfect shot.
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18. And then comes such artistry!
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19. So much respect.
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20. Pre-wedding shoot goals!
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