Old Pedaler, near Huimanguillo, Mexico

I have always been enamored with, and by black & white photography. I continue to study and develop black and white photos – they seem to  capture the emotion, environment, and atmosphere – color does not get in the way and the photo can become quite personal. I find certain circumstances lend well to this medium, particularly interesting faces and emotion.

While driving through a small Mexican village, I had stopped to take some photos of some unique, indigenous, motorized carts that were lined up on the street. As I returned to the car, I noticed this gentleman approach one the three-wheeled carts that seem to be found everywhere in Mexico. No matter where one travels, these carts can be found transporting large loads of materials and products. Some are set up as mobile food vending platforms and can be seen loaded with large vessels of liquid. I found the circumstance interesting as the peddler approached the cart. He struggled to get the cart moving while pushing the cart to generate momentum on the slight uphill grade. I watched and became fascinated by the struggle between the man and the cart – who would win. As the gentleman got the cart moving, he mounted the saddle and began to peddle – not an easy task; there are no changeable gears. I think the photo captures the struggle and strain to move the cart. This cart happened to be empty; the old gentleman had delivered his load of goods. I hope you can feel the exertion and effort of the task.

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