John Blais, Photographer, Chicago

Description

A heartwarming, eye-level medium shot captures an African-American man embracing two young African-American girls. The trio is smiling, with the man wearing a black baseball cap and colorful patterned shirt, holding the girls close. One girl wears a denim jacket, and the other wears a light-colored top. The background features a vibrant outdoor fair setting with food stands, tents, and crowds of people, with carnival flags visible against a lightly clouded sky. The image has a shallow depth of field, blurring the background and emphasizing the subjects, creating a warm and candid family moment.