Category Archives: costume

Portrait of a Busker

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Gujarat, India 2009 Here’s a tip: always get out of the vehicle whenever or wherever it stops. You never know what you will see. This man, in his outlandish costume, sauntered up the main road of the town. Whenever he had a … Continue reading

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Tower of Hassan

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Rabat, Morocco 1995 He was tall and handsome. The light from the open portico glowed golden, highlighting the edges of his exotic uniform. He assumed an expression suitable for a man who guards royalty. It was bound to be one of … Continue reading

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Daydreams

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Burma 2011 A portrait of a tribal girl enhanced with Topaz Impressions. I chose the Edward Hopper filter. Edward always included a lot of background. If I’d known, I’d have shot wider.

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On the Border with Tibet

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China 2007, near the Tibetan border Oh, I missed it here! Sometimes when I look at my old shots, I wonder what I was thinking or if I was thinking at all. I’m talking about the reflection of clouds on … Continue reading

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Hats of Palm

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Burma 2011 This photo makes me think of Joseph Conrad’s novel, “Heart of Darkness”. I like the way the man stares impassively. Who knows what he is thinking? I cropped the photo to a square format to place the man … Continue reading

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Peruvian Faces

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Pisac, Peru 2003 I was struck by the gentle demeanor of the people of the Andes and this young man’s face is the epitome of gentleness. He wore an unusual tribal costume that reminded me of an Eskimo’s fur parka. His … Continue reading

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Crowd Shots

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Lalibela, Ethiopia 2013 What makes a good crowd shot? Number One is to get yourself above the crowd. Here I’m standing on a stone bridge above the people who are clustered on the ground below. Number two is to try to … Continue reading

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Rabari Nomads

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Gujarat, India 2009 A Rabari man and his daughter herd their flock to new pastures. The father led the way, the girl stayed back ensuring no animal strayed. When a motorcycle sped past, she ran to the front to keep … Continue reading

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The Azalai

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Araouane, Mali 2002 Azalai, a Tamasheq (Berber) term for salt caravan A Berber man assists in the loading of salt slabs on the backs of camels. He controls the camel using the peg inserted in the camel’s nostrils. Control of the … Continue reading

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Essence of Burma

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Inle Lake Burma 2011 I was sitting in a long boat when I shot this. Sitting there gave me the perfect viewpoint. I didn’t realize at the time how graphic this would turn out. It makes a perfect poster. We … Continue reading

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