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Maurizio’s workshop

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Rey

Just beyond the street chaos, his eyes remained unwavered.  A task at hand. Sorrento, Italy.  Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Olympus 12-40.  Adobe Lightroom.  Contrast up, highlights down, clarity heaped upon without discipline.

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After 47 years

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Rey

It fell to Leonardo, the youngest.  Paolo was their father’s oldest friend, a partner in the business.  But Pa was gone and times weren’t easy. “But 47 years, Leo.  47 years!  Just a few more, that’s all I need.” Paolo … Continue reading →

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Descent, Sorrento

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Rey

Image taken along the long descent toward the beach harbor in Sorrento, Italy.  Black and white conversion (Nik Silver Efex Pro) because of the gritty, some-say-dirty, nature of the ancient walls and stairs.  Olympus OM-D E-M1.

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I never got their names…

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Rey

To that point, I hadn’t had a proper iced coffee in over a week.  In other words, the tension was mounting. By the time we were in Sorrento, I thought I’d give it a try at the shop just off the … Continue reading →

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Streetlife serenader

Posted on November 14, 2014 by Rey

“Streetlife Serenader” Billy Joel Streetlife serenader Never sang on stages Needs no orchestration Melody comes easyMidnight masquerader Shoppin’ center heroes Child of Eisenhower New world celebrator Streetlife serenaders Have such an understanding How the words are spoken How to make … Continue reading →

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Artisan, Sorrento

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Rey

This craftsman carefully carved into the local woods of the area… Sorrento, Italy. It was a sharp contrast to the other shopkeepers who stared into iPhones as customers strolled through their stores. Taken with Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Olympus 12-40 … Continue reading →

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