I liked the composition and the foreshortening of perspective produced by a 300mm tele lens. But it was a bit 'busy' in the background. |
Saturday 30 April 2016
An Accidental Technique: Improving a Shot
Friday 29 April 2016
Citizens; Remember to Bring Your Passport With You!
Thursday 28 April 2016
Cuban Revolutionary Posters and Propaganda
Onward, towards victory! This is probably the most common catch cry seen across the island nation. According to some sources it was used by Comondante Che in one of his many political speeches. |
"This people's revolution is invincible" |
A simple message: el jefe (the boss) gets about and spreads the good word, this time in Cienfuegos province |
One of my all time favourite political posters. Can't argue with this one: Fatherland, or death. Short and to the point... |
Commander in chargeNo question as to who is the boss in Cuba... |
Part of a revolutionary posted seen in the Museo de la Revolution, Havana |
Socialism: the only guarantee of being free and independant |
Another great street poster of El Che, this time in Baracoa, Eastern Cuba |
Here's a Jose Fuster mural featuring Guevara and Raul Castro |
Post revolution, indeed, post Soviet era, Cuba found a staunch ally in the form of Hugo Chavez. Here's Che and Chavez immortalised in a street mural by Havana street artist Jose Fuster |
Ernesto Che Guevara given something of the Andy Warhol style image treatment |
Cuban flag seen through the balcony windows of the Museo de la Revolucion |
Sensationalist poster depicting Fidel Castro waving to the joyous crowds in Havana who have just learned that Battista, the Cuban president has fled the country |
Close up of that same poster in the M de la Revolution |
Cienfuegos and CastroOutside the same revolutionary office Castro jumping off his tank during the infamous Bay of Pigs invasion by CIA backed Cuban exiles |
Seen in Havana just after President Obama's visit to Cuba Perhaps this poster herald's a new era in International relations |
An interesting and very pertinent poster in the Museo de la Revolution. Cretin's Corner pokes fun at the capitalist aspirations of Battista, Reagan, Bush senior and Junior... |
Tuesday 26 April 2016
Shooting in the early evening is simply the Best Time
Even in the 30 mins or so before real dusk, you'll find the light has deeper, richer qualities, long shadows and great visual appeal... |
Monday 25 April 2016
Some Cuban Cats and Dogs (and a chook)
Here are a few nice examples of Cuban mutts and cats and, curiously, a chook, relaxing in their homes - mostly photographed by Natalie Hitchens (with a few from Robin.)...
(HDR processed using Aurora HDR Pro).
(HDR processed using Aurora HDR Pro).
Cheeky boy Pic by Natalie Hitchens |
Sleepy boy Pic by Natalie Hitchens |
Chooky girl Pic by Natalie Hitchens |
Cat peering out of someone's front room (Pic by Robin Nichols) |
Nina with a State name tag (Pic by Robin Nichols) |
A peso a photo (Pic by Robin Nichols) |
Pic by Natalie Hitchens |
Pic by Natalie Hitchens |
Pic by Natalie Hitchens |
Pic by Natalie Hitchens |
Pic by Natalie Hitchens (long lenses save pesos...) |
Un perro macho Pic by Natalie Hitchens |
Saturday 23 April 2016
Art Deco Tour in Havana
Here are a few pictures shot on our art deco tour of Havana.
We had a guide and an architectural expert on the tour, pointing out the major art deco attractions in the suburbs of Playa, Miramar and Vedado, finishing off at the Bacardi building in Old Havana. Well worth the trip if you have a morning to spare on your stay in Havana (and have an interest in some of the different architecture in the city).
Edeficio Arenal Old movie theatre under repair in Havana |
Close up of the Arenal Theatre, Havana |
Art Deco details, Arenal Theatre, Havana |
Original Lalique glass panels in the restaurant of the Casa de la Amistad Once a private house (now nationalised) it has a neo-classical exterior with plenty of art deco interior elements.. |
Locals share a moment in the entranceway to the art deco edificio López Serrano |
Foyer of one of the city's most iconic art deco apartments - El edificio López Serrano (Looks like it could easily be a set for Batman Returns..). Sadly in need of a lot of repair... |
El edificio López Serrano |
Terrazzo entrance hall to the
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Inside the foyer of the deco/art nouveau Barcardi Building in Habana Vieja |
Barcardi Building View from the street |
Adjacent to the El edificio López Serrano, this old basement garage door in the art deco style needs just a bit more love and attention to prevent it from disintegrating entirely! |
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