Category Archives: costume

At the Geerewol

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Niger, near Agadez…around 2000 Men in their 30’s discuss the younger men who are performing in the Geerewol.  Of course, I have no idea what they actually said, but I’ll bet it had something to do with “These young guys … Continue reading

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Portrait of a Rabari Woman

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Gujarat, India 2009 I behaved like a paparazzi with this poor woman. I wanted a shot of her dramatic eyes and striking features. I followed her through the market and finally got my shot but I felt ashamed afterwards. It … Continue reading

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Mass in Lalibela

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Lalibela, Ethiopia 2013 This isn’t Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, but it could be. One Midnight Mass I will never forget was the one right before my youngest brother was due to leave for Viet Nam. He stood beside me, … Continue reading

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The Rabari Prince

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Gujarat, India 2009 He wasn’t a prince even though he is dressed like one. He is a Rabari, a nomad tribe of northwest India. Apparently, his family were doing well as they owned a home where, it seemed, grandparents, aunts … Continue reading

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Mursi Woman with Lip Plate

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Ethiopia 2013 Imagine the pain this woman has had to withstand to be considered beautiful in her tribe. Scarring, deforming her lower lip and perhaps other more intimate mutilation. Her right eye doesn’t look too good, either.  Her face is … Continue reading

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The Fashionista

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Marseille, France 2018 If you are French, you never stop being stylish…seen on the streets of Marseille. I was a bit leery of Marseille. It used to have the reputation of being a rough place. But I spent a lovely … Continue reading

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Portraits of French Horsemen

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France 2018 She was slender. Her lovely, long hair blew across her delicate features. She rode like the wind. Everyone’s eyes were on her. I wasn’t the only one who noticed him. He reminded me of Clint Eastwood. As soon … Continue reading

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The Matador and The Bull

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  Nimes, France 2018 The bullfight was held in a forum built by the Romans. And the forum (it looks like a small coliseum) is in perfect condition. That impressed me more than the bullfight. How wonderful to still be … Continue reading

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Costume of Provence

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Saints Marie by the Sea, Camargue Region, France 2018 A mother and daughter enjoy the celebration of Saint Sara, the patron of the Roma or gypsies.  They wear the costume of the area of Provence. Not only do they have … Continue reading

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Meeting Mr. Darcy

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France, Saints Marie by the Sea, 2018 My imagination is overactive at times. When I saw these women greeting this man, I thought of the days when families kept close tabs on their women and how it would be thrilling for … Continue reading

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