Men at work..., a photo from Virginia, South

Photographer's Note

In the United States when utility crews make repairs on a street, they generally post signs that read, "Men at Work." It probably makes more sense to call this photo "Man at work, witnessed by six others." A break in a water main had caused puddling above the ground and was threatening to develop into a geyser. Fortunately, these workers got to the problem before it became a geyser... after digging down about 3 m and repairing the broken main.

I liked Bev Robinson's joke:
• "How many workmen does it take to replace a lightbulb? The answer is six. One to screw in the bulb, and the others to turn the room around."

We have many variations in the United States: by State, by disposition, by culture, by gender...
• In Virginia, six. One to screw in the bulb, five to remind us how the earlier bulb was better.
• Among feminists, fifteen. One to screw in the bulb, fourteen to be supportive.
• At the great medical school of Johns Hopkins University, two. One to stand on the ladder, a second to kick out the ladder.
• Among Californians, thirty-five. One to screw in the bulb, the other thirty-four to 'share in the experience.'
• In New York, "What's it to you! None of your business."

ikeharel, pajaran, jhm, papagolf21, CLODO, Royaldevon, snunney, jean113, Fis2, danos, maloutim, mcmtanyel, lucasgalodoido, delpeoples marcou esta nota como útil

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papagolf21 (152607) 2017-07-24 11:16

Bonjour, cher ami Bulent,
Chez nous, c'est attention "travaux" ! Maintenant, il faut prendre la bonne décision pour la nature des travaux à exécuter, il faut des têtes pensantes, des ouvriers qualifiés et autres pour des réparations importantes.
Bon sujet, bien présenté.
Amitiés.
Philippe

Tue (92560) 2017-07-24 12:09

Hello Bulent,
It is funny indeed to see how six men are watching while only one of them is actually working, but I guess in the end fixing the water main required more than one person. The bright yellow and red/orange colours are very appealing.
Lars

lousat (139400) 2017-07-24 15:04

Hi Bulent,it seems to be in Italy,where a man works and 10 watch...ehehe..original post to show us something of different,a daily life moment caught in a perfect way,well done! Have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano

jemaflor (147330) 2017-07-24 22:47

Hi Bulent,
Well framed with the perfect title in the photo. Interesting scene, good colors contrast and a composition well balanced, tfs.

pajaran (116097) 2017-07-24 23:07

Pozdrav.
Interesaantan pogled i trenutak, dobar tekst ...
Dobar rad, lepo pokazani radnici na gradilistu, dobar kontrast i perspektiva, lepe boje, lepo uhvacen trenutak.
Lepi zuti prsluci sa reklamom i zastitni slemovi.
Sve najbolje, srecno.
Paja.

Greeting.
Interesting look and a moment, good text ...
Good work, beautifully shown workers at the construction site, good contrast and perspective, nice colors, a nice moment.
Beautiful yellow vests with advertising and protective helmets.
All the best, happy.

CLODO (45118) 2017-07-25 0:43

Hi Bulent

That's allways the main situation: one is working while 6 of them are looking at him, giving him some advice....
I was amused by their names on the yellow jerseys, as some football players!
Cheers
CLODO

ikeharel (113519) 2017-07-25 0:43

Hello Bulent,
Fine post of the men at work, added this to my theme with same title.
As a joke I'd say, at the scene there are 5 experts and one tractor-worker who doe's the job...
Best regards,
Ike

*** See my reply to your latest critique on mine.

holmertz (102866) 2017-07-25 1:03

Hello Bülent,
"Men at work" is a popular theme, whether they are actually working or not. When they are also dressed in bright vests and helmets like here, such working men provide excellent opportunities for color photos. Here they are also accompanied by a lot of red elements that make the photo even more attractive. This picture reminds me of this one which I posted here last week.
Kind regards,
Gert

Royaldevon (85932) 2017-07-25 1:46

Hello Bulent,

You've noticed how many workmen it needs to repair the simplest of jobs, too! It's like the joke:
'How many men does it take to replace a light bulb?'
'Six, one to put in the bulb and the the other five to turn the room round!'

It's a very well captured moment with an appropriate, humorous sign, a fine lead from the ladder to a scene that this really well composed on a diagonal. I like how the reds link everything together.

Have a great day,
Bev :-)

snunney (130967) 2017-07-25 1:54

Hello Bulent,
Well presented daily life composition with a great touch of humour about it. I wonder if the men themselves would see the funny side. Thanks for sharing.

jhm (211736) 2017-07-25 5:06

Dear Bulent,

Indeed we are neighbours on TE.
I have nice laughed with you text of the different cities.
I think that in all countries are, examples of the same work method.
The clothing and the names are very clear photographed. .
Composition and presentation are superb.
Sharpness and clarity are very well made.
Very well done, TFS.

Kindest regards,
John

kasianowak (17676) 2017-07-25 23:57

Hi Bulent
An amusing post that instantly made me smile and your note made ne laugh loud on the train to work... :-)
Well captured with the sign in the foreground, immediately drawing attention to the "working" men.
Best wishes
Kasia

jean113 (27901) 2017-07-26 9:05

Hello Bulent,a spontaneous shot and one that has got everyone thinking about the question..."How many...." which made me smile at all the variations.
A great idea to have their names printed on the back of their jackets,just like football players at a match!No skiving then!
The placing of the sign 'Men at work' is an excellent comment, or is it a critique of the men?
Regards Jean.

Fis2 (170975) 2017-07-27 1:00

Witaj Bulent!
Nice scene from daily life.
Good reportage shot.
I like frame and colors.
Well done.
Warm regards.
Krzysztof

Silvio1953 (221813) 2017-07-27 6:29

Ciao Bulent, lovely composition with a lot of men at work, fine details, wonderful colors, splendid light and excellent clarity, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

danos (110407) 2017-07-30 22:51

Hello Bulent,
nice the street snapshot with the seven workers to watch the operator of the small excavator.This remind me similar cases here in Greece,that from the ten workers,one works and the rest nine watch him.
I like the contrast of the colours with the red sign to be the eye catching of the image.

Regards,Danos

maloutim (13617) 2017-07-31 0:37

A nice, everyday life photo made humoristic by the note and the comments.
These men seem to be having a conference on how to do the job best when THEE man at work has finshed his job.
Thanks for sharing.
Best regards.
Marie-Louise.

Nicou (193806) 2017-07-31 1:34

Hello

quelle vue et image quel travailleurs en groupe avec leurs gilets de couleur sueprbe captage e tiamge mervielleuse scène et cpatage.
Bravo et amitié
Nicou

ChrisJ (171888) 2017-07-31 6:05

Hello Bulent,

I just left Transilvania county in Romania but I noticed the Spotsville County shirts these workmen are wearing. Good sharpness and the red ladder provides a fine lead in line. Tfs!

Cricri (176) 2017-08-02 22:34

Hi Bulent
Bon gros plan sur les ouvriers, le contraste du jaune et du rouge, la pancarte chez nous c'est comme chez Philippe " Attention Travaux"
Belle journée
cricri

gervaso (28177) 2017-08-03 8:10

Hello, Bulent!

The strong colors of the clothes and signs make this image very interesting! And your note about it is just great, I really see only one man working here! Very nice capture! Excellent job!

mcmtanyel (68741) 2017-08-09 20:04

Selamlar Bülent Bey,
This is a nice, colorful frame showing a typical everyday life scene. Nicely done!
Regards,
MT

lucasgalodoido (27698) 2017-08-10 5:10

Hi Bulent,
curious scene of this construction. I like of the colors of capture and the famous "bob cat" in action. Great job, my friend.
Regards,
Lucas

delpeoples (60342) 2017-08-27 6:00

Ciao dear Bulent

heheheh good jokes, thanks to Bev and to you. I like the dominant reds and oranges here and the pattern the work men make. This scene is so typical everywhere around the world, I like the humour with which you present it.

Hugs to you and your lovely lady
Lisa

serp2000 (47063) 2018-10-16 10:19

Hello, dear Bulent,
If you remember Men At Works was an australian rock band of 1980th with a few pop hits. By the way, the photo is funny indeed. The worker's uniform reminds me the firemen. So serious.
I am going to NYC in November again.
Best wishes!
Serghei

Photo Information

Copyright: Bulent Atalay (batalay) (41261)
Genre: Pessoas
Medium: Cor
Date Taken: 2012-10-03
Categories: Humoristico
Camera: iPhone 5
Versão da Foto: Versão Original
Date Submitted: 2017-07-24 10:42

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Points: 50

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