Travelers know getting stone-faced soldiers or guards on duty to smile can be quite the feat. I remember this Czech guard in Prague and his coy smile from behind the gates. One of my favorite travel moments.
This shot was taken with an old point-and-shot 35mm film Kodak Advantix. Not sure if they make ‘em anymore 
Comments (7)
Wow, never seen that before!
He’s like the Mona Lisa of Czech guards. Nice shot! I love the way the gate frames his face– lovely composition.
Agreed-the gate makes this shot even more fantastic.
I like the blue…what a great color
AHA! A crack in the armor! What’d you say/do to elicit even that split second of humanity?
Fly Brother – Just eye contact and a smile
This is a beautiful shot on so many levels.