I was leading a photo walk on 7a avenida, I saw a nun came out of through this doorway and I sensed that there were a potential for a stronger image with more nuns in the frame. Then a second nun came out and lastly a third nun was about the exit and that’s when … Read more
In additions to the over 100,000 Christmas lights installed in every tree of the Parque Central, this year they added Christmas lights sculptures like the one shown above so people can take their selfie… TAP to see the full size photos and post.
Last month, TripAdvisor & Viator notified me that my photographic experiences were a Travelers’ Choice Award winner! Best of the Best 2021 Top 1% of the Things to Do in the World for the Antigua Photo Walks I lead around town and in the rest of the Guatemala. I have also received the Certificate of Excellence for 2016, 2017, 2018, & 2019… TAP to see the full size photo and award.
Today I share a photo of a little boy picking up pine needle and corozo palms from processional carpet; these two plants provide, along with copal incense, the distinctive aroma of Lent and Holy Week in Antigua Guatemala.
Normally the weight of a float is divided among all those carrying it. Here I share with you a little boy carrying the entire float by himself. I hope you like it as much as I do. Enjoy!
With every block offering great textures and unique backdrops, easily Antigua Guatemala can snatch one of the top spots as one of the most Instagrammable cities in the world. The Antigua Photo Walks are the perfect activity for those unique Instagram shots! I can take you exactly to those special locations that will make your … Read more
For cruise ship passengers who enjoy taking pictures, Antigua Guatemala is paradise with so many photographic opportunities no matter in which direction you point your camera; any kind of camera, including smartphone cameras. The subjects can be anything one likes, such as architecture, food, flora, colors, textiles, etc., to the people; the most desirable subject … Read more
Explore some of the most photogenic spots of Antigua Guatemala and learn how to capture them photographically. Join us next time you visit Guatemala to take home so many pictures of hidden gems and 20 other shoot assignments to capture the beauty and charm of this enchanting colonial town. Book a fun and unforgettable photographic … Read more
Often I get exposed to the manifestations of dignity by the elderly working class of Antigua Guatemala that I encounter during the comings and goings of daily life. This candid portrait of this ambulant candle vendor who sets up shop at the entrance of iglesia de La Merced is such an example. The moment I … Read more
Explore some of the most photogenic spots of Antigua Guatemala and learn how to capture them photographically. Join us next time you visit Guatemala to take home so many pictures of the hidden gems and other iconic spots that capture the beauty and charm of this enchanting colonial town. Book a fun and unforgettable photographic … Read more
Nothing beats Street Photography when it comes capturing authentic images of daily life. The less intimidating way to capture candid photographs is to shoot from across the street…
Since we are talking about the Gigantes, which are used in Dances of the Giants or Baile de los Gigantes, through this link you will find the agenda of activities for The End of the Year Festival at Calle del Arco. Enjoy!
This photograph and many of the images I have shared during the last ten days were made while leading a very intense and comprehensive one-on-ne street photography workshop. We shot inside the market, the bus terminal, the municipal cemetery, on the streets of Antigua Guatemala and the Mayan village of Santa María de Jesús. We shot in the morning, afternoon and at night. As part of this comprehensive workshop we also covered Lightroom workflow and editing and camera settings for different photo styles and best lenses for street photography and street portraits. If you would like to bring up the level your photography book a comprehensive and intensive photography workshop with me. I will be glad to share everything I know.
Last week I came across a shot of the full moon above the ruins of Candelaria taken with a cellphone camera where the moon was just another lightbulb in the frame. Of course I was immediately intrigued about the possibility of making a double exposure to make sure both the moon and ruins were correctly … Read more
I came across this girl taking a picture of her friend while leading a photo walk around Antigua Guatemala. I believe my framed was greatly improved by including the photographer facing one way and the subject in the back through a reflection which also includes the top of the former cathedral building and Volcán de … Read more