Balloon over Luxor
A balloon rises from the west bank of the Nile, a few minutes before daybreak.
This photo was taken from the same position as the previous one (Tokina zoom at 400 mm + 1,7 tele extender).
January 27, 2005
Random post from the past:
Japanese Tea Ceremony
What is the real purpose of the Tea Ceremony? Philosophy? Zen? The perfect cup of tea? Well, I would guess that, today, the answer is simple: money. The event no longer takes place in a small garden house but in theatre-style halls. Even so, one shouldn't miss the opportunity to attend such a ceremony. It's beautiful. And you even can take photographs, which would not exactly be compatible with the traditions of Cha-Do - the way of tea. ...