Tag: black and white photography
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The Devatas and Apsaras of Angkor Wat in Black & White
The 1,796 female figures rendered in sandstone on Angkor Wat’s pillars and walls have weathered war and a harsh tropical environment for more than 800 years. During my first visit to Angkor Wat in 2009, I was struck by the beauty and individuality of these devatas, which decorate the largest religious building in the world. When…
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A Bird’s Eye View of a Vietnamese Streetscape
For Vietnamese standards, this Nha Trang street is a quiet one. And for the uninitiated, it offers a great introduction to Vietnam’s infamous traffic — sans dodging a plethora of motorbikes or without going deaf due to a cacophony of honking horns.
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A Landmine Awareness Photography Exhibition in Phnom Penh
While walking along Phnom Penh’s riverside, we happened upon a landmine awareness photography exhibition. This child’s lively eyes and curious gaze caught my attention. His peaceful spirit contrasted sharply with the cruel creations depicted in the images at which his father was intently gazing.
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Photo du Jour: The Red Buddha – Luang Prabang, Laos
A vibrant-red Buddha is the focus point of a courtyard in Luang Prabang, Laos.
