This morning we attended a church meeting in the old log church in Silver Dollar City. The building was full (with about 30 people), and after singing a few songs, the preacher gave a short talk about finishing strong.
Afterward, I asked if I could take his photograph (because I loved the light hitting both sides of his face), and he agreed. Sadly, my autofocus got the speaker's stand in front of him instead of him. The stand was made from a tree trunk, and was truly unique!

Nice set, I really like photo 1, the setting is so pretty... ????? · 2011-08-21: 21:13

I like the dof in the second shot....lovely place to photograph :-) KatysPassionata · 2011-08-21: 21:15

Sounds like a wonderful experience, Larry....and I love both shots! Didn't know they had a Sunday morning service at SDC! lookagain · 2011-08-21: 21:59

It was a wonderful way to start the day! Love #2. djnana · 2011-08-21: 22:37

#2 is a good and powerful shot! Great set! mytts · 2011-08-22: 00:53

That church must be really old. I liked the pragmatism of the wooden log. Jothindra · 2011-08-22: 03:29

Great work Larry! Even with the auto focus - it is a super shot!!!! danrav · 2011-08-22: 07:17

Well I like it, gives the preacher a serious look , and the "Stand" stands out in it's simplicity , Well done. MoMac · 2011-08-22: 09:43

I love such places! we also meet small churches! better old than modern ones! gonia · 2011-08-22: 14:34

Awesome Church! The tree trunk pulpit sure makes the speaker behind it look like he's delivering a serious message! ArtBee · 2011-08-22: 14:55

Now, I would have just left the explanation about the focus... that's a great shot just the way it is! McMommy · 2011-08-22: 18:44

Wow cool little church well done on the captures mystic1 · 2011-08-22: 21:07

What an amazing church!! Ryana · 2011-08-26: 08:04