“Photography is not about the thing photographed. It is about how that thing looks photographed. ” – Garry Winogrand
Film & Digital Still Photographer
I suppose I'm primarily a "street photographer", even if I'm not not too strict about the definition. I try to find the extraordinary in everyday rural or urban life, a skill honed through observation, mistakes, and persistence. When the urge says, "capture this", I do it and ask why later. Sometimes, if and when everything aligns perfectly— skills, timing, light and luck—and I'll manage to freeze a unique and worthwhile moment onto a photograph. Capturing and sharing a feeling through a photo is challenging and I'm always in pursuit of that one epic shot.
Capturing the Essence of Urban and Rural Life Through Street Photography
Capturing the Essence of Urban and Rural Life Through Street Photography
Street photography brings to life the essence of human interaction in both cities and rural areas, capturing the bustling life of urban settings and the quiet moments in rural spots. City scenes display the diversity and vibrancy, while rural images show the interplay between people and nature. Each photograph tells a story, allowing viewers to see and feel the shared human experiences.
Focus on Global Street Photography
Although rural Arizona offers many interesting scenes, my main focus is on street photography in Japan, Vietnam, and Philippines street captures. Below are some sample images from various subjects and locations. I use both film and digital cameras, selecting the best tool for each situation. For film shots, I personally handle the development of both black and white and color films.
Here are a few example images from a wide range of subjects and places. I equally use both film and digital cameras – whatever works. For film photography, I do all both the B&W film and color film development myself.
Traditional Japanese dancers in vibrant yukatas performing at a cultural festival in the city.
Color photograph of lantern vendor in Hoi An Vietnam
Solitary figure fishing by a calm inlet with cityscape backdrop during twilight.
Intense Strategy Game at Vibrant Hanoi Street Market.
Kyoto woman in kimono strides past a bustling Chinese restaurant on a glossy, rain-soaked street at night.
Traditional Vietnamese street scene at the Phở 10 Lý Quốc Sư restaurant in a vibrant Southeast Asian city.
Woman traversing a narrow, vibrant street of local shops on a cloudy day.
Bustling Vietnam street market with vendors selling fresh produce under iconic conical hats.
Peaceful moments in a black and white landscape of a blossoming park with people engaged in tranquil leisure activities.
Adult and child in colorful traditional garb share a special moment at vibrant Japanese festival.
Traditional Japanese rural architecture nestled in a tranquil, mountainous landscape.
Woman holding a purple umbrella amidst vibrant jeepney and tricycle traffic in the Philippines.
Woman steadying a bicycle loaded with handwoven baskets in a vibrant Hanoi market.
Bustling Iwaki Fukushima Japan night festival showcasing a food vendor mother and her child.
