Among the spectacular views I have photographed in Porto, the Escadas dos Guindais passage offers a breathtaking hillside perspective of the city’s historical center, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1996. The centerpiece of this magnificent view is the Dom Luis I Bridge. Originally presented as a design by Gustav Eiffel, it was eventually built […]
Read more "– Escadas dos Guindais & Dom Luis I Bridge, Porto, 2022 –"
Thoughts of Ukraine, a part of my heritage, have filled my heart and soul during this momentous and heartbreaking time in its history. Each year in May, a rich and beautiful street festival of Ukrainian pride and culture takes place in New York’s East Village. Among the activities, dancers perform in traditional folk costumes. Here, […]
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There is a long tradition of photographing shop windows over the decades. Henri Cartier-Bresson, Vivian Maier, Saul Leiter and Eugene Atget come to mind. There are many more in the history of photography. My latest cover image is an homage to this great tradition. Porto is full of beautifully designed store fronts that are souvenirs […]
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The January cover photo was taken near the esplanade by the Douro river in Porto. My subject was kind enough to pose just as I prepared to click the shutter. Wishing everyone a hopeful start to 2022! -GR-
Read more "– Porto Journal: Ribeira Square –"– Porto in Christmas – It’s the end of another year, a difficult year for many still dealing with the effects of the global pandemic. Porto offers a welcoming joy of light in its town hall square. Wishing all a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Healthy New Year. – GR –
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Nature’s beautiful palette of color and light in autumn is unlike that of any other season. With each click of the shutter, I am reminded that this gift is offered by planet Earth only for a short time. Above: Beacon Falls, October 2013. – GR / 29.X.2021 –
Read more "– Palette of Autumn –"In his own words, Henri Cartier-Bresson discusses his views and philosophy on taking pictures. Enlightening, funny and deceptively simple, yet complex. – GR / 7.X.2021
Read more "– Henri Cartier-Bresson: The Decisive Moment (1973/2007) –"
Downtown Las Vegas glows under an early autumn light in 2011. – GR / 1 Oct. 2021 –
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Vivian Maier, the American photographer who found recognition and fame only after her passing, is given a major exhibition at the Luxembourg Museum in Paris. I devoted a post to Maier back in August 2020 (https://georgeromanation.com/2020/08/01/eia-inspiring-photographers-vol-6-vivian-maier/). She has rightfully been recognized as one of the most important street photographers of the 20th century. Please visit […]
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With September upon us, late summer reminds us to appreciate its warmth and sunshine and the simple joys of the outdoors before autumn arrives. This month’s cover photo – Geneva’s Jet d’Eau fountain and carousel – provides us with an almost fairy tale-like escape. Enjoy. – GR / 2 Sept 2021 –
Read more "– Late Summer Reverie –"
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