Category Archives: Travel

#30: Creativity Breaks!

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Usha

I was in Michigan this past week, in a secluded venue, with some very high level executives working on a common goal for three and a half days.  The days were filled with intense exploration of ideas, gaining insights and … Continue reading →

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#21 Gypsy Ladies…..and their babies

Posted on April 18, 2010 by Usha

Here are four images of what I call Gypsies from India. Not really sure if that is the right term…but they are wandering folks, and kind of dress up brightly and sing and dance on the streets. Hope you like … Continue reading →

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#20: Nose ring and a smile

Posted on April 18, 2010 by Usha

I feel that this lady had such an open presence to her. She was bright and cheerful without it being in your face or made up. There is something about her quiet smile that I really enjoy.

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# 19: Snake Charmers

Posted on April 4, 2010 by Usha

I was wondering if we would run into snake charmers during our visit.  I had heard that these folks and people with performance monkeys were either banned or discouraged now-a-days in India.  However, as we were leaving the Mehrangarh Fort, … Continue reading →

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#18: Taj Reflection

Posted on April 4, 2010 by Usha

Taj is perhaps the most photographed icon of all times.  I had never been to see the Taj Mahal before. I was curious to know if I would see it and say to myself…”Yup…it looks like the pictures I have … Continue reading →

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#17: Turbans, Turbans everywhere!

Posted on April 4, 2010 by Usha

Rajasthan is so very colorful. There are women and girls in the most colorful of clothing. The markets and bazaars are a visual cornucopia of colors.  The streets are full of people and their wares – bangles, food, saris, spices, … Continue reading →

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#16: Jaisalmer

Posted on March 27, 2010 by Usha

Today, I want to share with you images of the incredible time we had in Jaisalmer….a small desert town in the western part of Rajasthan….very near the Pakistan border.  I will write later about the town and the beautiful people, … Continue reading →

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#12: Intention to Reality

Posted on March 20, 2010 by Usha

A few months ago, after a people photography workshop (Location People by Bryan Allan), a thought came to me so powerfully that I imagined a time warp zone where I was speeding at warp speed towards my destination…then it opened … Continue reading →

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#9: Caramel Apple Anyone?

Posted on January 7, 2010 by Usha

I loved shooting these kids.  They are so full of fun, ice cream and excitement.  I could have spent hours on them….but just spent 5 minutes.  Aaaah.

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#7: India – That’s her name!!

Posted on January 3, 2010 by Usha

This is my very first attempt at using Alien Skin’s Snap Art 2.  I downloaded a trial version today and have 30 days to try it and decide if I like this program and this effect.  So, I will try … Continue reading →

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