Nov 6, 2007

"Mystic Woman"


This picture is one of my favorites ones. I was sure that if I stop by in front of this woman and prepare the camera for the shoot, she would have changed her position and also, almost sure, she wouldn't like me to take the image. So I decided to place my camera very low so she could not even imagine I was shooting at her. And miracle, here she was.

"Woman's Shadow"


I don't know yet what the magic of shadows are...but in somehow is something mysterious and mystic. And once again, the image came to me with out searching for it, just waiting on the side of the road.

"Show Must Go On"


Ceremony. Once again. And suddenly, with out warning, the rain started falling like if it were the first time. And the Show Must Go On. As quick as you can, move on and move on...

"Volcano" - Gunung Agung.


This is when the magic of photography makes me really happy. When suddenly the image, in perfect composition, appears in front of me with out looking for it previously.

"Daily Shower"



Many people still don't have current water at their homes. And as they have been doing for hundred of years they visit the closest river every day. To have a fresh shower and wash their daily clothes is a common image all around. This beautiful woman was not (apparently) worry or shy of having her "Mandi" few meters in front of me. Of course I asked her permission. Here she is. Lovely.

"Cock Fighters"


Cock fighting is an ancestral tradition in Bali. Long time ago it was an offering to the spirits and Gods. These events are celebrated after the ceremonies close to the temples. But on these times, Balinese bet money. A lot of money. Some of them lose everything they have. Like in Las Vegas?? Why not.