Luca Menotti

The couple

FerLendoiro

Calor

Un niño se baña en la fuente de la plaza.

Manasi Deb Sarkar

Reflection of boat in water

Reflection of a boat in the Teesta river during the monsoon

Luca Menotti

Wien by night

Manasi Deb Sarkar

Spirit of Charak

Charak Puja is a famous festival of Hindus... This festival is held in the beginning of April... People are spun around the Charak tree with hooks tied to their backs.

poorya rafiezade

Ayda

portrait of ayda

Mrinal Sen

Artful Passage

An elderly woman, draped in a vibrant saree and wrapped in an off-white shawl, slowly makes her way down a narrow street in the heart of Varanasi. Her steps are steady yet unhurried, as if she has walked this path countless times. The walls around her burst with color, adorned with intricate paintings—few large blooming flowers, the serene face of a sage, and the outline of an ancient fort standing against time. The vibrant hues of the artwork contrast beautifully with the earthy tones of the worn-out street, creating a scene that feels both timeless and alive. The air carries the scent of incense and distant temple bells chime softly, blending into the murmur of everyday life. She moves forward, lost in her own world, a quiet witness to the ever-changing yet deeply rooted spirit of Varanasi.

Mrinal Sen

Perceived

In the narrow streets of Varanasi, a physically challenged pujari moves through the lanes in his wheelchair, on his way to perform his daily rituals and had a short rest. Despite the challenges of navigating the uneven paths, his dedication to his spiritual duties remains unwavering. His saffron robes, worn with grace, symbolize his connection to the divine, as he maneuvers with quiet determination amidst the chaos of the holy city. On the side wall, a painting of a sage gazes down at him with curiosity. The sage’s painted eyes seem almost alive, as if questioning the thoughts running through the pujari’s mind. Is the sage pondering the pujari’s resilience, or perhaps marveling at his spiritual strength that transcends physical limitations? The pujari, deep in thought, appears unfazed by the sage’s gaze, his mind focused on his sacred duties ahead. This moment, framed by the lively streets and the ancient wisdom etched on the walls, reflects the duality of life in Varanasi — where spirituality and struggle coexist. The painting’s silent curiosity mirrors the human search for understanding, while the pujari’s journey embodies devotion, strength, and the pursuit of purpose, regardless of physical challenges.

Mrinal Sen

Busy Street

In the bustling streets of Jodhpur, a small shop brims with vibrant colors and quiet stories. A husband and wife, dressed in traditional Rajasthani attire, tend to their saree business with a seamless partnership born of years of shared labor. The wife, draped in a richly embroidered lehenga, showcases a vibrant saree to a bangle seller who pauses from her rounds to inquire about its price. Her hands, adorned with jingling bangles, gesture animatedly as she negotiates. Nearby, their young son sits on the adjacent staircase, his schoolbooks spread before him. Unfazed by the commotion, he concentrates on his studies, a picture of determination amid the colorful chaos of the shop. This harmonious scene reflects the essence of a hardworking family balancing tradition, livelihood, and aspirations in the heart of Rajasthan’s blue city.

rastrodigital

Caimanera

El agua del mar entra en las tierras, formando la cienaga de la caimanera

rastrodigital

Rojo

Arrebol

rastrodigital

7 hombres y un caballo

Trabajo de campo realizado de forma tradicional.

Sohail

Ms

Flower

Sohail

Flower

Red flower

Sohail

flower

Yellow flower

Manasi Deb Sarkar

Sailing boat at Gazoldoba

A beautiful afternoon boat trip on the Teesta River

Manasi Deb Sarkar

Friends with kites

Four friends are playing with kites.

reyhaneh

bazar1

Istanbul bazar

Shaamikh Thaha

Urban heritage on wheels

A classic Sri Lankan Ashok Leyland bus navigates the streets of Colombo, juxtaposed against the city’s evolving skyline. The vintage red-and-white design contrasts with modern high-rises, capturing a blend of tradition and progress in Sri Lanka’s urban landscape.

Luca Menotti

Bioluminescent 23

Water lily at the Budapest botanical garden. It is part of a larger series I’m creating to bring out the shapes nature creates in flowers.

Luca Menotti

Bioluminescent 33

Every time I look at this photo, I get lost in the spectacular details in the centre of the sunflower. It is part of a larger series I’m creating to bring out the shapes nature creates in flowers.

Luca Menotti

Sunflower

Optical close up

Mohosin

Once Apon A Time

It was Campus life with my friend. Friend's has a By-Cycle which is his favorite and needed also. This night still strongly memorable in our mind.

simaclicks

tiger portrait

winter morning view of tiger portrait..

simaclicks

monkey family

in the sunset time monkey family sitting on the road..

simaclicks

mist winter morning

morning view of tiger reserve in winter morning..

Luca Menotti

San Galgano 1

The abbey of San Galgano was the location where parts of Andrei Tarkovsky's 1983 film Nostalghia were shot.

FerLendoiro

Niña madre

Una niña mira los pañuelos de las Madres de Plaza de Mayo.

Abdelhamid Tahoun

Sunset Adventurers

In the heart of the desert, three off-road vehicles stood silhouetted against the golden horizon, surrounded by travelers who had embraced the challenge of the rugged journey. As the sun dipped below the horizon, the sky painted itself in warm hues, marking the end of a day filled with adventure. Friends shared stories, gazing into the endless expanse, where free spirits and nature met in perfect harmony.

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Haniyeh

A Portrait Of Haniyeh