Tag: people
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The Fleeting Glance of Connection
The author reflects on the interconnectedness of humanity through travel and photography. Moments of connection—like a shared gaze or smile—remind us of our shared existence, despite societal barriers. The piece emphasizes that beneath cultural differences, we share similar experiences and emotions, highlighting the importance of recognizing our unity.
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Finding Presence in the Chaos: A Walk Through Dubai Mall
Today, as I walked through the bustling expanse of Dubai Mall with my camera in hand, I couldn’t help but notice the thousands of people moving around me, their bodies present, yet their minds far away. Faces flickered with fleeting emotions—some lost in thought, others distracted by glowing screens or drawn toward dazzling displays. It…
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A Journey to Jabal Al Akhdar: Magic in the Mountains of Oman
Today’s adventure took us to breathtaking heights—quite literally! After an hour of climbing over 3000 meters, we arrived at Jabal Al Akhdar, Oman’s stunning Green Mountain. The journey itself was a thrill, navigating steep inclines and hair-raising descents before reaching a tiny village perched amidst dramatic mountain peaks. We began the day in Nizwa wearing…
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A Soulful Day in Nizwa: Peace, Beauty, and Photography
This morning began with a peaceful walk through the old souks of Muscat, a sensory feast of colors, textures, and aromas. But as the day unfolded, it took us to Nizwa, the ancient capital of Oman—a place that instantly left a mark on my heart. Nizwa has a rhythm unlike anywhere else, a tranquil cadence…
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Exploring Muscat: A Photographer’s Journey into Flow
After a five-hour drive from Abu Dhabi to Muscat, Oman, the day was far from over. Upon arrival, we headed straight to the harbor and lost ourselves in the labyrinth of old streets and winding alleys of this ancient city. Muscat welcomed us with open arms, radiating its timeless essence through the people we encountered…
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It’s a Mad Mad World~
Do you ever wake up, look around you, watch the news, survey the world and realise we are living what can be likened to an apocalyptic ‘Mad Max’ situation? We seem to see this, live through it and carry on as if nothing strange is really happening. This baffles me about the nature of humanity.…
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Discovering the streets of Duesseldorf ~
They say nothing improves without practice… those 10,000 hours. I have started organizing this meetup group over 15 years ago in shanghai and for the last 5 years here in duesseldorf. We walk the streets almost once a week with cameras, photographing, exchanging tips and experiencing the life of the street. I love walking alone…
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Daily Coffee Talk~ 87/365
Today I saw a lot of children and young people enjoying the sun on a cold crisp day here in Germany and it made me think of this new generation. They have to deal with so much and to inherit a broken world lacking in hope and riddled with corruption and warp. The world today…