Author Archives: Rosemary

The Procession of Black Sara

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Saintes Maries de la Mer, France 2018 The church towers above the village and can be seen from miles away in the flat, marshy lands of the Camargue. I had the feeling that for centuries people could look up from … Continue reading

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Happy Fourth of July!

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All Across the U.S.A. As usual, I didn’t have a photo ready for the holiday. I quickly looked through some shots I’d taken at the county fair a couple of years ago. And noticed one of a draft horse whose mane … Continue reading

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Swan Lake with Flamingos

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Saints Marie of the Sea, France 2018 This graceful scene reminds me of the ballet, “Swan Lake”. I prefer shots of flamingos in groups although I did try as hard as I could to get one flying. I’ll show you … Continue reading

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Flamingos Gone Wild

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France, Camargue Region, 2018 It is fun to make “designs” from birds with long necks. I use my Photoshop plug-ins to enhance the colors and, of course, I crop to advantage as we used to say back in the darkroom … Continue reading

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The Matador and The Bull

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  Nimes, France 2018 The bullfight was held in a forum built by the Romans. And the forum (it looks like a small coliseum) is in perfect condition. That impressed me more than the bullfight. How wonderful to still be … Continue reading

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Thinking Geometry

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The Marshes of the Camargue 2018 The gardiens would herd the horses through the water at a gallop. We would do our best to get our photos. Then the herd would have a rest. Many took advantage of the time … Continue reading

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Bird’s Eye Portrait

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Camargue, France 2018 A different viewpoint is always a bonus, especially when the breeze off the Mediterranean blows the mane and forelock like this. It adds drama.

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Costume of Provence

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Saints Marie by the Sea, Camargue Region, France 2018 A mother and daughter enjoy the celebration of Saint Sara, the patron of the Roma or gypsies.  They wear the costume of the area of Provence. Not only do they have … Continue reading

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Three Horses Abreast

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France, Camargue 2018 Horses are herd animals and they make friends as well as enemies. These look as if they are friends. They’d separated from the main herd, but not too far, and seemed to feel safe together. I gave … Continue reading

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Meeting Mr. Darcy

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France, Saints Marie by the Sea, 2018 My imagination is overactive at times. When I saw these women greeting this man, I thought of the days when families kept close tabs on their women and how it would be thrilling for … Continue reading

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