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I really like this portrait, but not being from the US I don't quite know what's going on...can you expand?

Sure-There are a group of people known as the Mennonites, who are a Christian group of folks, in various parts of the US that want nothing to do with modern conveniences such as TV, radio, maybe the telephone and they dress a bit differently than most folks and apparently dislike the modern day life most of us experience. There's a lot to be said for that. They're wonderful people and make the best bread and molasses I've ever had. They are open to the public at least once a year around this time of year when they make their goodies. Their name is derived from Menno Simons, a Catholic priest who aligned himself with the Anabaptists in 1536 and apparently, the name stuck. This little guy was sitting close by where they make the molasses and as I watched him it looked like a potentially good shot so, I didn't let the moment pass.

Very nice.. Timeless. Looks like something that Dorthea Lange would of shot back in the day.Todd

the framing, light, and his expression are remarkable. is that another person there in the upper right?

I don't think that was another person but rather other cook ware of a sort. It's been a while since I shot that so, I could be wrong.