I recently posted another photo of three performers at the Muscat Festival this was one of them but displaying an entirely different image. I love both images but the portrayal of intensity in his stare with this one is especially captivating. It is hard to know what is on his mind, but he is not [...]
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Postcard from Muscat, Oman, poolside at The Chedi
I’m spoiling you today with a touch of luxury from The Chedi in Muscat, Oman. Those unaware of this hotel, it is in the high end of the five star hotel market. The long pool displayed below is a 103 metre stretch of liquid relaxation, perfect for getting a little exercise or just chilling. Oman [...]
Postcard from a humble Omani fisherman
Capturing portraits of the people of a destination is one of my favourite pastimes and looking back through them later always provides a few smiles. This image of an Omani fisherman in Seeb that appears deep in contemplation is one of my favourite portraits of all. Sat on the beach repairing his nets, he agreed to [...]
Postcard from Misfat al Abreyeen, Oman
The Sultanate of Oman is a developing country transforming itself into a modern state, along with the ancient souks and hill forts there are luxurious hotels, prestigious palaces, a Grand Mosque and equally grand Opera House. The Sultanate however still proudly embraces its traditions, preserving both its culture and heritage with resolute determination. Even in [...]
Oman – A fleeting photo tour
Racing around any continent, country or city is not ideal; it rarely provides any genuine travel experience. In this case it really was a race however as part of a treasure hunt organised by Oman Air, which was another experience altogether. Whilst there was little opportunity to really explore during the whistle stop tour, we [...]
Postcard from Oman; A fishing village
The people of Oman are very friendly and welcoming, they smile readily, happy to stop and help a visitor and even pose for a photograph. Whilst taking a few pictures of a fisherman mending his net, it was therefore quite surprising and a slightly alarming to spot this piece of graffiti on the wall of [...]
Postcard from Muscat Festival
Celebrating Omani culture, Muscat Festival is held annually for around six weeks. It is a great glimpse of the Omani way of life, with people, traditions, displays, food, singing, musicians and ceremonies. This will be a short postcard as there is so much to say about the festival it deserves a post of its own, [...]
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