An Eye in Art

A bit of luck and good timing presented itself as I walked passed this boutique window. The little dog suddenly appeared to seemingly pose next to the boa-draped mannequin. -GR-

WISHING EVERYONE HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND A HEALTHY & HOPEFUL NEW YEAR! – GR –

The sun sets on another day in Porto, calm in anticipation of the Christmas shopping to resume the next day. Holiday lights to be illuminated soon, here, in this photograph taken on the Rua de Fernandes Tomas. No matter where you are, this is a season that offers delightful images in the urban landscape. -GR-

On the homepage, “Two Trees” illustrates the palette of autumn with its transition to winter looming in the near future. -GR-

The Photography World lost one of its giants with the passing of William Klein on September 10, 2022 at age 96. Known for his fashion photography as well as short films, Klein experimented with the visual image, especially in the darkroom, blurring images, adding grain, and printing unconventional versions of his contact sheets. He composed […]

Traditionally, Autumn brings with it a sense of renewal and exploration. It’s a time for seeing new exhibitions of art and photography, attending concerts, theatre and enjoying other cultural and outdoor activities. Urban walks, especially in cities with a long history, provide ample photographic opportunities. A recent stroll in Geneva resulted in an image I […]

As summer enters its final weeks, visitors still have a chance to see Porto with the help of its many knowledgeable tour guides. They can be spotted easily by their brightly colored umbrellas which come in handy in keeping a group together. In my latest cover photo, two guides wait for the next groups to […]

“ If a photographer cares about the people before the lens and is compassionate, much is given. It is the photographer, not the camera, that is the instrument “ *    – Eve Arnold – Eve Arnold loomed large as one of the greats in 20th Century photojournalism. As a permanent member of Magnum Photos […]

American photographer Berenice Abbott’s contribution to the photographic history of New York in the early to mid-20th century is a priceless record of the City’s transformation into the modern age. She was inspired after meeting Eugene Atget, a French photographer who meticulously documented the streets of Paris during its similar transition in the late 19th […]

Harry Gruyaert has been a master of color photography for many years. He has traveled the world, including India, Morocco, Egypt and Ireland, published many books and has been exhibited widely. “Cafe Belgica” explores the sense of community found in the cafes of Belgium of the 70s and 80s that Gruyaert knew so well in […]