I am sorry to report that Antigua Guatemala has fallen. There has been a high number of “Black Mirror” infections across all levels of the society. Of course, this was bound to happen, how could we not get infected when over 1.5 million people per year visit us; many of them carrying their black mirror … Read more
Often in Antigua Guatemala when people think of tourists, they think of foreigners who visit Guatemala while in reality the largest number of tourists come from other parts of Guatemala. Here I photographed a group of Guatemalan tourists waiting for their private shuttle to take them back home. What are your thoughts regarding national tourism … Read more
Two Mayan women talk to each during the lunch break steps away from the entrance of the Cathedral ruins in Antigua Guatemala. That’s your typical vista dispatch from the colonial city formerly known as Santiago de Guatemala.
I really enjoy spotlighting the fact that Guatemalans are so eager to share smiles at every chance they get. So, take advantage of the plentiful of free smiles found in and around Antigua Guatemala. In fact, take as many home as you can, we’ll make more! 😉
Two women worlds apart found at Parque Central, Antigua Guatemala. We came across Irma, this illuminated balloon vendor at Parque Central while leading a street photography walk around Antigua Guatemala. We made a couple candid shots first and when Irma noticed us she asked us to do some portraits as well so we can give … Read more
All the kite shops are ready for the vientos fuertes, strong winds from the north. Here I share with you a window view into what you might expect in a typical kite shop in the Mayan highlands of Guatemala. On the right side of the frame you can see over 1.25 meter or 4-ft wide … Read more
The early morning photo walks are the best because the quality of the light and the quality of the vistas one finds on the streets. First of all, since most workers have not come into town yet, most streets are clear of vehicles. Early in the morning you find the ambulant vendors that hit the … Read more
As I mentioned yesterday, I am so fortunate to have gained the trust of the people in Antigua Guatemala the villages around so they now even ask me to their portraits. Of course, whenever possible, I come back with a print of the portrait as a gift. You can find this lovely grandma right across … Read more
During the street photography walks I lead in and around Antigua Guatemala or abroad 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 leading lines point to a specific spot set up for our subjects to walk into. Book … Read more
I have gained the trust of many people, including Mayas in Antigua Guatemala and other villages by being transparent, respectful, and kind, as well as by sharing with them their prints of their pictures. Giving away these portrait prints is the best gift for me as I receive such wonderful smiles and sólo buenas vibras, … Read more
I continue to make people happy with prints made from the portraits I have previously made of them. As I have said before, giving away these portrait prints is the best gift for me as well as I receive such wonderful smiles and sólo buenas vibras, only good vibes in the process. The synergy created … Read more
As I have said many times before, Parque Central is charged with such special vibes that only after hanging around for a few minutes, either talking with locals or visitors, eating an ice cream cone or simply having the shoes shone, we walk out with only buenas vibras. Give it a try next time you … Read more
During the photo walks I lead I make a lot of emphasis on keep your eyesight half a block away or more to be prepared when you see a possible subjects or backgrounds. In this particular image, we were practicing some natural framing when I spotted the three women having a fun chat; we approached … Read more
One of the most gratifying things I have been doing is giving away prints of the portraits I make of total strangers on the streets. As I have said previously, giving away these portrait prints is the best gift for me as well as I receive such wonderful smiles and sólo buenas vibras, only good … Read more
One thing that still brings a smile to my face is the exposure to so much color as I walk around town; even after 12 of documenting photographically life in Antigua Guatemala. This shot was made during a recent photo walk I was leading.