Beyond Hope
There’s a Congolese artist, known to some as “Papa Machete”, who produces some thought-provoking and somewhat disturbing sculptures. Freddy Tsimba was born in Kinshasa in 1967 and studied at the […]
A Golden Moment at Topkapi
The Topkapi Palace was built in a brilliant location, with stunning views onto the water below. The Palace is now a museum and on the whole I’d say that a […]
City of Diversity
“We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value no matter what their […]
Abandoned in Istanbul
I returned yesterday from my first ever visit to Istanbul. I found it to be a vibrant place, full of contrasts: old and new; East and west; spicy and sweet. […]
Ruby Juice to Quench your Thirst
Juicy red pomegranates abound in Istanbul. Linked to Photo a Week: Red, Six Word Saturdays, Weekly Top Shot and Ruby Tuesday.
Simit-selling on Galata Bridge
Traditional sesame-covered simits are on the move on Galata Bridge. This vendor is a man on a mission as there are many hungry fishermen to feed. Linked to Theme Day: […]
Where am I this week?
Wordless Wednesday – on Wednesdays all over the internet bloggers post a photo with no words to explain it.
Mellow Art Nouveau
Another taste of Brussels Art Nouveau. You’ll find a touch of blue nouveau here. Linked to Monday Mellow Yellow.
Major Colour Change
As this wet, cold, grey winter drags on and on I am really missing the Mediterranean sun and my thoughts wander to one of my favourite cities, Marseille. When Nancy […]
Pink Windows
Following on from last week’s Black Holes, I thought I’d go with the colour pink this week. From Madrid: From Montmartre: From the English seaside resort of Margate: And finally, […]
I Dillied and I Dali-ed in St Pete
Back in 1997, I was lucky enough to visit the Dali museum in Figueres in Spain. This Theatre-Museum was built upon the remains of the former Municipal Theatre of Figueres. The […]
Travel with Intent 