Category Archives: Romania

Village in Romania’s Countryside

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Romania 2012 There are many lovely villages dotting the countryside in Romania. Many were built by Germans who came to Romania in the middle ages. The Germans as is their wont, built charming, substantial cottages and I am sure many … Continue reading

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A Place for Prayer

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Transylvania 2012 Shrines similar to this wood carving of the crucifixion are found all over Romania. Bouquets or wreaths of fresh flowers laid at the foot of the shrine testify that religion is still strong. I shot this in early spring and the … Continue reading

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Romania: Tsurcana Sheep

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Romania 2012 The sheep were grazing on a hillside. Two shepherds kept watch.  

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Environmental Portrait

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Kalnoky, Romania 2012 Window light rims the miller and his antique wooden trough. The beams of the century old mill are discernible. For me it doesn’t get any better.   I recommend Daniel Gheorghita at www.covinnus.com

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Close Up and Personal

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Romania 2012 I shot every stork I could, photographically speaking, that is. They nested everywhere, chimneys, light poles, roof tops. I was always below and far away. My lens, although it had a reach of 400mm wasn’t enough for a … Continue reading

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Portrait of Romanian Woman

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Brasov, Romania 2012 A farmer-woman, she concentrated on selling her lettuces. Her flawless, rosy complexion caught my eye. I had to tame the color in her face by making a black and white layer and then adding a color layer … Continue reading

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After Communism

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Marginea, Romania 1989 Ceausescu no longer ruled the country. High in the Carpathians, life went on as usual. The communists hadn’t been able to collectivize these independent people. I know I wouldn’t want to tangle with these women.

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Worm’s Eye View

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Biertan, Romania 2012 We were walking up the road to the church when I shot this. It was an easy way to get a worm’s eye view…no crouching to ground level, thank God.  Of course, you know I shot this with … Continue reading

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Rural Romania

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Romania 2012 I wanted to touch the sheep or at least get close enough to get a sheep portrait, but they were too skittish. The shepherds gave me permission to try but I think only because my efforts made them … Continue reading

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Peasant Life

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Romania 2012 These are Romanian homes set in a village museum. The low, heavily thatched roofs were designed for harsh winters by the peasants who had to endure them. The beautiful, soft slopes of thick, sweet-smelling hay must have protected the … Continue reading

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