If you were to ask me if Antigua Guatemala is a dog-friendly city, I would say that it is. Often I see people walking their dogs all over town as well as next to them in many coffee shops and restaurants. Heck, there are even dog schools here. As always, follow the white rabbit, the … Read more
At the end of a private photo walk where we capturing the magnificent architecture of Antigua Guatemala we encountered an Argentine woman with her dog at the exit of Ruinas de las Capuchinas. Almost the entire scene was monochromatic, that’s why I decided to photograph it in black and white. I hope you like it.
Well, this afternoon the rains finally arrived and put an end to the heatwave we had been experiencing for the last two weeks. Today I share with you a candid shot a dog and his human friend waiting for the storm to pass.
What do you think happened next? I want to hear your thoughts.
I could have never imagined desolate streets during the most important week of the year: the Holy Week of Antigua Guatemala, how about you? Also, can you imagine the streets of Antigua Guatemala without chuchos [stray dogs]? Chuchos always find a way be present, even during Lent & Holy Week processions as you can see … Read more
I was waiting for some prints when I decided to candidly capture Fabi petting Muñeca at the Kodak mini lab, a few hours before they headed it out to Xela, as I was told. Muñeca was adopted by Fabi and her boyfriend, a couple from Quetzaltenango. How about dusting off an old Kodak slogan to … Read more
Nearly 4,000 days ago I set out to share with you daily life vistas from Antigua Guatemala and even though the website expanded to cover every single aspect of life in Guatemala. Every now and then I still think it is important to bring you quotidian images, such as this one of women and her … Read more
It’s so good to see humans and dogs having a good time while walking around town. In this post card, we can see a Spaniard girl enjoying the company of the dog from her hostel while they walk around Union Square.
Some people can not help themselves and do everything with style. For instance, take a look at this photographer carrying two cameras, a satchel bag and walking her rescued dog in recovery. I mean, can you find a better example of taking pictures of the happenings of Antigua Guatemala with such a style and grace? … Read more
Juanita, a mestiza dog, was rescued and now she is being put for adoption. If you live in Guatemala and have space in your heart and home for Juanita, please contact Elisa at 5510-7676 to get the details. Juanita is about one year old and very noble, tender and playful. She would be an excellent … Read more
I believe that I specialise in capturing authentic slices of daily life. That’s my forte, without a doubt in my mind. For instance, here’s an authentic vista one can encounter on the streets of Guatemala. The couple having lunch just outside a tienda, with the glass bottles of soda drinks and the omnipresent chucho [street … Read more
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated. —Mahatma Ghandi One can be in fashion or one can be in style. If given the choice, I rather be in style, but if I could I would also like to make a fashion statement. Let … Read more
¡Nunca falta un chucho! or A mutt is never missing! The same can be said of the bicycles in the Guatemalan landscape. In this picture I was able to capture the mutt and the bicycle while taking a walk through Ciudad Vieja. Honest, for better or for worse, I can not imagine the streets of … Read more
Yellow and white have to be the most often used colors in churches in and around La Antigua Guatemala. Above we can see the proportion of the façade of San Miguel Escobar church compared to the people and mutt. In my humble opinion, the carefree dog makes the photograph so much interesting, what do you … Read more
I would also want out with such a gorgeous day. This beautiful dog was so peaceful and enjoying the breeze that it appeared like he didn’t mind being in such a tight spot. Although, I am sure that he was offer a walk, he would wiggle his tail, don’t you think?