A few blocks away from the packed sections of Rosario's Florida beach, a couple of lovers kiss by the Parana River. (click on picture for high res) You might notice the small framing mistake I made on this picture. Indeed, always try to include the sky in my shots to enhance the impression of depth. […]
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Ultra fast lenses test by Kristian Dowling
Ultra fast lenses (F1.2 and larger apertures) are seldom used in street photography, nevertheless it can be a great creative tool in some circumstances. My buddy Kristian Dowling has just written a comprehensive test of these speed kings at stevehuffPhoto.com. So if you are contemplating the purchase of one of these beasts, his article is […]
Holidays are over so the weekly columns will resume. Let’s start by having a look at the ISO sensitivity you mainly use while shooting street photography. Evidently, one might change ISO’s (or film) as light conditions differ, yet what is your go to setting when you hit the street? I love how clean the Leica […]
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Like master, like dog II
When one has been shooting street photography for years, some scenes do happen to repeat themselves. Even more unusual ones. The first shot was taken this week in Rosario as I was walking on the beach front. As for the second shot, I took it two years ago in Paris. Obviously, it would be more […]
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La Florida in B&W
While on the shores of a river, Rosario has plenty of great beaches. So much that locals called the whole area "La Florida", probably as wink the the US state. As I do once in a while, this is a B&W series taken with the Leica X1.
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If cats were humans …
… wouldn't it be a great street photograph ? We spend our weekends in a house by the Parana river, and it seems to be a favorite among local cats to come and give birth to their kittens. Obviously, whenever we eat inside, there is always strong interest from the cat. Ok, that was my […]
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Happy New Year
So a crazy 2012 ends for us with the promise of an even crazier 2013. I haven't posted much lately, due to a mix of bad internet connections and probably the need of a break from this blog. I'll surely resume in early January. I also apologize for the huge backlog of unanswered emails and […]
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Evita reloaded ?
You probably know the story of Eva Peron, probably the most cherished politician in Argentina's history. Her influence is still very strong on today's politics as the ruling party reinvidicates her heritage. Yet, whether the current President, Mrs Cristina Kirchner, succeeds to be so Dear in the heart of Argentinians is another story. Up to […]
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Merry Christmas
So you all have been rushing to the stores all day for these last few gifts you were missing. It is finally time to celebrate. Whatever the manner. I wish you all a Merry Christmas. (click on picture for high res) Nokia N8
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Lake of dreams – my latest reportage in Sawasdee
If you fly with Thai Airways this month, you will discover my latest reportage on the inflight magazine, Sawasdee. It is called "Lake of dreams" and consist of a gallery of images taken in October around Lake Geneva. Unusually, I only shot in B&W since I thought it fitted well the mood of Autumn around […]