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Staying Dry

Leica M9, 90mm F/2.8, f/4.8, 1/1500, iso 160

And no I'm not talking about Seattle's weather. This is the Malecon in Havana, and you can see why no one is sitting right there now!

Leica M9, 90mm F/2.8, f/8, 1/90, iso 160

A bunch of my friends are in Cuba again right now. So I thought it would be fitting to post a few from my trip there. I have great memories, but at the moment I wouldn't feel like going back. This scene is very common. For most people, there isn't a lot to do, so they watch the street. This image really captures the feel of Havana Vieja (Old Havana).

 

The Watchmaker

Leica M9

This was the fateful day I had my fall, in Trinidada, Cuba (the one mentioned two days ago). I thought it would be fun to select an image from that day, for today's post.

The watchmaker is a very important person in Cuban towns/cities. Suffice to say they do not have a throw away society as we do.

I was tempted to show a close up crop of this image, I love the detail. But I realized for you, there wouldn't be any context. If you'd like to check it out, click on the Continue link.

Fun Friday - Uno mas de Havana

Leica M9

One of the great things about Cuba is that kids are just kids. Like everywhere. This group saw six of us (obviously American) photographers and wanted to ham it up. A bit different than Cubans in their 50's or 60's where Cuban life has worn them down.

It was joyful to see! And if you click on the continue link I'll show you another little surprise.

Back Streets

Leica M9, 50mm F/2, f/6.7, 1/250, iso 320

As you roam the back streets of Havana Vieja (Old Havana), things become grittier and less colorful. This image takes me right back there.

Wordless Wednesday

On Wordless Wednesday, you tell the story.

Wordless Wednesday

On Wordless Wednesday, you tell the story...

Wordless Wednesday

On Wordless Wednesday, you tell the story...

Big, Blue, Beautiful

Leica M9

What more can you say about this classic?

Personas de Cuba Series, Dia Neuve

Leica M9

I saved this one for last because I really like it. It's such a timeless story... Little boy and pull toy. Holding hands with Dad. Could be anywhere in the world. Just happened to be on a street in Trinidad, Cuba. I hope you enjoyed this series. Feedback welcomed! Tomorrow we shift gears entirely!