World: Asia
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Most of my Asian travel has been within India, including Mumbai which I made my second home. It has become home base, while I explore the many states of this remarkable country both through photography, as well as through its spiritual and philosophical vitality.
Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal (2007)
The Taj Mahal, built as a symbol of love by Shah Jahan for his wife, Mumtaz, is as spectacular a sight as you can imagine. The structure, those around it, and the landscaped approach will never leave you once you have seen it in person.
Resting Dog
Resting Dog (2007)
A dog rests in the cool dirt, on a typically warm Mumbai day.
Dalit Woman
Dalit Woman (2007)
A dalit, or individual of the lowest Hindu caste, sits in a makeshift camp where she is attended to by family members.
Rickshaw Driver
Rickshaw Driver (2007)
A rickshaw driver takes a mid-afternoon nap on a hot day in Mumbai, India.
Red Fort Columns
Red Fort Columns (2007)
Eerie purple light slips through columns in the Red Fort complex, in New Delhi, India.
Humayun's Tomb Gardens
Humayun's Tomb Gardens (2007)
An open gate offers a glimpse into one of the many sprawling sections of the gardens surrounding Humayun's Tomb in New Delhi, India. On these grounds one can find not only the emperor's tomb, but several tombs of those close to him.
Inside Humayun's Tomb
Inside Humayun's Tomb (2007)
The emperor Humayun possesses a gigantic tomb, several stories high, amidst a monstrous landscape of gardens.
Village Children
Village Children (2007)
On my way through Uttar Pradesh to see the ancient capital of Fatehpur Sikri, the Muslim festival of Muharram began causing roadblocks in several towns. Our driver took a treacherous detour through a tiny village where clusters of children lurked in the dusty alleys between colorful buildings. It isn't often that they see visitors, let alone a Westerner, and excitement ensued.
Fatehpur Sikri Woman I
Fatehpur Sikri Woman I (2007)
An old woman rests quietly within the massive complex built by the great Mughal emperor, Akbar, in what is now Uttar Pradesh, India.
Village Woman and Child
Village Woman and Child (2007)
A woman and her child hitch a ride on the back of a truck; a common means of transportation in the villages. Uttar Pradesh, India.
Chowpatty Beach
Chowpatty Beach (2007)
A morning walk along Mumbai's famous Chowpatty Beach is filled with birds and boats drifting in fog.
Shiva
Shiva (2007)
A mammoth statue of the Hindu god, Shiva, stands guard at the entrance to a Hindu cemetery in Mumbai, India. This pose resembles Shiva's time spent meditating atop the sacred mountain Kailash in the Himalayas. Om Namah Shivaya!
Golden Haze Over Udaipur
Golden Haze Over Udaipur (2005)
In the early morning hours I caught this beautiful haze drifting across the whitewashed buildings of Udaipur.
Camel Owner I
Camel Owner I (2005)
This Rajasthani man was in a small village near Ranakpur, where I was visiting a most remarkable Jain temple.
Camel Owner II
Camel Owner II (2005)
Closeup of Rajasthani man and his camel.
City Palace
City Palace (2005)
The façade of City Palace in Udaipur, India.
Shivalingam
Shivalingam (2005)
At a roadside Shiva temple in Udaipur, a priest has made offerings to a Shivalingam.
Udaipur Doorman
Udaipur Doorman (2005)
While traveling in Udaipur, this man was my doorman. Despite the expression, he was a nice fellow.
Udaipur Canons
Udaipur Canons (2005)
Fake canons decorate a hilltop in Udaipur, India.
Blue Jodhpur
Blue Jodhpur (2005)
Famous for its blue buildings, Jodhpur is a sight to see from atop Mehrangarh Fort.
Seated Woman
Seated Woman (2005)
A woman rests amidst the haze of dust, in Jodhpur Fort, Jodhpur, India.
Man With Turban I
Man With Turban I (2005)
A man wearing a turban has a quiet moment in Jodhpur Fort, Jodhpur, India.
Man With Turban II
Man With Turban II (2005)
Closeup of man with turban, Jodhpur Fort, Jodhpur, India.
Roadside Smile
Roadside Smile (2005)
Traveling through Rajasthan, I took many photos of villagers along the roads. I particularly like the expression of this young woman.
Mango Child
Mango Child (2005)
The clock tower market of Jodhpur is a people-watcher's paradise: full of hustle and bustle, vendors of every kind, and scrappy kids like this little girl shopping for mangoes.
Vegetable Vendors
Vegetable Vendors (2005)
Vendors sell their produce at Jodhpur's local market.
Jodhpuri Children
Jodhpuri Children (2005)
Two children sharing a sweet in the clock tower market of Jodhpur are amused to find me photographing them.
Desperate Youth
Desperate Youth (2005)
At a pit stop for lunch in Jodhpur, this young beggar approached me. Due to a camera malfunction, the entire background blew out, except for a few specks that I later removed in post. The effect adds to the sense of isolation I felt when seeing these two lost and hungry along a long stretch of road.
Cenotaphs of Jaisalmer
Cenotaphs of Jaisalmer (2005)
The cenotaphs in Jaimalmer are burial grounds of kings; full of intricately carved tombs with zigzagging steps and endless corridors of pillars. It's a architectural maze that is extraordinary to wander through. Not to be missed if traveling through here. Jaisalmer, India.
Cenotaph Stone
Cenotaph Stone (2005)
A grave stone sits in an archway before the sandy dunes, within a cenotaph. Jaisalmer, India.
Jaisalmer Haveli
Jaisalmer Haveli (2005)
Throughout Jaisalmer, one can find beautiful, intricate, Havelis that look as if they're rising from the sand.
Gadsisar Lake
Gadsisar Lake (2005)
This tranquil lake is a popular spot for boating in Jaisalmer, India.
A Ballad Singer
A Ballad Singer (2005)
Near Gadsisar Lake, a ballad singer performs his craft with passion. Jaisalmer, India.
Sadhus I
Sadhus I (2005)
Sadhus are Hindu holy men, and devotees of the god Shiva. Throughout India, they can be seen wandering the streets, living an ascetic lifestyle, and asking for alms. A favorite subject of photographers in India. Jaisalmer, India.
Sadhus II
Sadhus II (2005)
Closeup of Sadhu (holy man), in Jaisalmer, India.
Canons of Jaisalmer Fort
Canons of Jaisalmer Fort (2005)
Jaisalmer fort is one of my most favorite places in India. It is a self-contained, self-sufficient fortress in the desert, and full of secret life inside. On its summit are canons, no longer needed and left to survey the nearby town. After taking this photo, a curious goat surprised me by attempting to consume the pants I was wearing.
Man Playing Been
Man Playing Been (2005)
A man plays his been, a traditional Indian instrument, while surrounded by the dunes of Sam, India.
Rajasthani Dancers I
Rajasthani Dancers I (2005)
Rajasthani folk dancers wear colorful costumes, and are famous for their traditional dances. Sam, India.
Ballad Singers
Ballad Singers (2005)
Crossing the sand dunes of Sam in Rajasthan, India, is a fascinating experience. One moment, you feel alone in an endless expanse of desert, the next, surrounded by caravans. Musicians and dancers like these ballad singers emerge from nowhere to deliver their performance, ask for Indian rupees and then vanish just as quickly as they arrived.
Camel Rider
Camel Rider (2005)
A camel amusingly named Michael Jackson sits patiently with his owner, who wears an Adidas jacket, despite living deep in the desert of Sam, India. I was able to ride the camel some distance through the desert myself.
Sacred Rat
Sacred Rat (2005)
In Deshnok, outside Bikaner, in Rajasthan India, there lies the Karni Mata temple. There the rats are worshipped as holy followers of the goddess Karni Mata. These rats have never known disease, and have the temperament of puppy dogs. They accept offerings of milk and food pellets from human visitors, who often come for a pilgrimage, or as tourists who will search for the rare white rats that are said to bring special karma. On a visit here, I was fortunate to not only witness two white rats, but also to take a curious rat on a short joyride atop my camera lens where he decided to take a rest when I wasn't looking.
Amer Fort Garden
Amer Fort Garden (2005)
The center garden of Amer Fort in Jaipur, India is done in the Mughal style.
Snake Charmer I
Snake Charmer I (2005)
A snake charmer coaxes a cobra from his basket by playing an instrument called a been, outside Amer Fort in Jaipur, India.
Snake Charmer II
Snake Charmer II (2005)
Closeup of snake charmer. Jaipur, India.
Parasailing in Mumbai
Parasailing in Mumbai (2005)
A sole parasailor drifts through the sunset. View from Marine Drive, Mumbai, India.
Trimurti
Trimurti (2005)
A short trip away from Mumbai, India, by ferry are the ancient Elephanta Caves. Inside are monstrous carvings, depicting scenes of Hindu deities, including the most famous: the Trimurti, or trinity. It depicts Bramha, Vishnu, and Shiva as one composite deity.