Are you visiting Guatemala and would like to learn more about travel or street photography? We will show you the best spots to photograph Antigua Guatemala’s sites and people, and share the tips, tricks, and secrets of a street photographer. We are also happy to design a private photo walk for you if you would prefer dedicated one-on-one attention and to focus on specific themes or techniques. Book a memorable photographic experience at www.AntiguaPhotoWalks.com.
Night photography is so refreshing when it comes to giving you new vistas from much-photographed places such as Iglesia de La Merced or even the Arco de Santa Catalina. Give it a try at night next time you feel like making new photographs of the same old places. Better yet, book a night photography walk … Read more
As I promised in December from last year, I was going to come back to take a better photograph of the Christmas lights installed at Iglesia de La Merced. Enjoy! By the way, this photograph was made during one of the Night photography walk that I lead around town to capture some truly remarkable views … Read more
Today we added a new photo tour to the repertoire of Antigua Photo Walks: The Farming Fields Photo Tours. We get dozens of photo opportunities during the hours we spend exploring the farming fields around Antigua Guatemala. Of course, there’s always a chance to make portraits with the people we meet there. For this initial … Read more
Recently I organized a layover photo walk for a couple from Indiana. This included the arrangement of private transportation pick up at the airport, a place for quick breakfast brunch and transportation back to the airport after a street photography walk through Antigua Guatemala. I could try to describe the experience, but I rather you … Read more
The dry season starts in November and finishes sometime in April. To me, the dry season is the best time to come and photograph the beauty of La Antigua Guatemala not only because there are less clouds but also because the quality of the light is superb. On top of that, the eruptions of Volcán … Read more
Once again Antigua Photo Walks that I lead around Guatemala are rated as the #1 activity to do in Antigua Guatemala. Thanks to all the photographers who have taken the time to review the photo walks. We have developed an approach to photography with a simple set of rules of composition and clear understanding of … Read more
After publishing daily for nearly 12 years, I can honestly say that I know quite well the most photogenic spots and times to photograph La Antigua Guatemala. Also, since I have used dozens of cameras through the years, I can also say that I have developed an approach to powerful photography based on simple sets … Read more
Hola Amigos, today I am sharing uncommon vista of the Antiguo Colegio de la Compañía de Jesús in Antigua Guatemala, Former Jesuit Society College take from a terrace nearby. I know of at least 10 terraces with more or less public access through out town. By the way, the day I made this shot I visited … Read more
Even though Day of the Dead is actually observed on November 2nd, and All Saints Day is celebrated on November 1st, we celebrate Día de Muertos on both dates. In Guatemala we celebrate Día de los Difuntos, defunct, Día de Muertos as it is known in other parts of the world or Day of the … Read more
The festival of Barriletes Gigantes of Guatemala takes place in at least three villages of Sacatepequez: Santiago Sacatepequez, the original and most authentic location, Sumpango and Santa María Cauque. To me the most photogenic place is Santiago since the giant kites are flown over a Mayan graveyard. This festival is full of color and hundreds … Read more
Be part of the amazing Day of the Dead Photography Photo Walk in Santiago Sacatepequez with its giant kites festival and a visit the the aristocrat necropolis of Antigua Guatemala.
Starting next week, Antigua Photo Walks will be offering night photography walks. Explore the city of Antigua Guatemala after dark. Master long exposure photography and capture some truly remarkable views over the city by booking a Night Photography Walk at www.AntiguaPhotoWalks.com. Each photo walk is crafted to the skills and needs of the participants. Apart … Read more
One of the things we teach during the Antigua Photo Walks is how to make more creative group portraits. This especially important for groups of volunteers or students, as well as families. How to find creative compositions to make group portraits at different landmarks of Antigua Guatemala. Sign up for a memorable photo experience at … Read more
Red Dr. Marten’s boots, that’s street style for you! During the street photography walks we learn how to compose images that tell stories by visualizing photos that are not yet formed. That’s how I made this photograph where the red boots bring you into story of girl looking a dog and viceversa. Book an authentic … Read more
Today was a very good day. This morning I lead a group of 11 volunteers through the streets of Antigua Guatemala. During the photo walk we encountered a beautiful Maya woman whom I had photographed months ago and only now I was able to give her printed photographed. After the photo walk, I stopped to … Read more