Monday, February 11, 2008

Ju Li Khing: The Afghan Girl


When I was young, I liked perusing through The National Geographic for pictures like this that portray a myriad human emotions with one glance. I remember feeling slightly cowed by this picture; by the brazen green eyes that seemed to jump out of the page - it's almost as if she was a real person before me instead of just a photograph. There is fear, wariness, and an overwhelming strength resonating that is unusual for a girl of her age. It is hard to believe now that this girl was 13 years old when this photo was taken. Most of all, this is the most beautiful real person I have ever seen.

2 comments:

studio foundations spring 2008 said...

Her eyes are so stunning and beautiful. Upon first looking at this I was honestly a little scared because of the girl's gaze though. It really penetrates you to your core. She is no doubt an extremely beautiful person too. Those eyes are just so amazing.

studio foundations spring 2008 said...

wow this picture is crazy! Her glance is so intense, and I love all of the colors in the picture... so beautiful!
-Caitlin Clark