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Untamed Photography
The ability of photography to surprise us knows no limits, and the image that accompanies these lines is a clear example of an unexpected outcome. When I woke up that morning, the only idea running through my mind was to explore the Asturian mountains. I expected to find landscapes of great beauty, vast horizons in
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Capturing Feelings
Throughout my youth, Cabeza de Manzaneda was always portrayed as an exotic destination, a place where some fortunate students went on school trips to ski or, when there was no snow, to take part in various outdoor activities. Needless to say, I was not one of those fortunate students, as during my school years excursions
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A View Without Horizon
Lately, I have been visiting the old Estaca de Bares Radar Station very frequently. This military settlement was a U.S. radar surveillance station integrated into NATO’s air defense network during the Cold War. From here, the airspace over the North Atlantic was monitored and early warning was provided in the event of possible incursions. Today,
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From grain to pixel
I’m one of those atypical people who don’t enjoy getting a brand-new car. I admit that I like visiting the dealership, looking at different models, and comparing features. But when the moment of truth arrives, when it’s time to take the new car and hit the road, I find it especially overwhelming and I don’t
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Between Contrasts and Disappointments
All changes, all transitions, all moments of evolution in life bring a certain restlessness, a sense of instability, and a need for reference points. That is exactly what I am experiencing right now. My work as an analog photographer was very clearly defined. I had learned to master film development, controlling every parameter and integrating
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A Fallow Photo Blog
If my photo blog were a building, it would probably look a lot like the one in the picture I am sharing. I have spent several months without posting anything, leaving this space in complete abandonment. What is behind this neglect? I am afraid it cannot be explained by a single reason, and there is
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Transcending Beauty
In the world of photography, beauty plays an immensely important role. It is one of our main guides when choosing a subject, a frame, the perfect time of day to press the shutter, or even when seeking a state of mind that helps us connect with the visual beauty we long for. However, despite the
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The Natural Encounter of Photography
Life is constant movement, evolution, and change. When routine tries to convince us that everything remains the same, a new gaze, a fresh perspective, a feeling of surprise, or the discovery of new meanings in something familiar completely shatters our expectations. Nothing is static or immutable, and of course, our mind is pure evolutionary effervescence.
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Photographic Paradox: Experience and Outcome
Some days, you wake up feeling like Ansel Adams. By saying this, I’m not claiming my photographs are anywhere near his level, not even remotely. I’m only referring to the feeling you get when photographing a natural setting of exceptional beauty. There’s no doubt that Adams created extraordinary images, but I’m convinced his passion for
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The Fragile Beauty of Astorga
I remember that when I was a child, my parents took me to Madrid for the first time, and we stopped in Astorga to have lunch. I’ve already forgotten what we ate, whether the food was tasty, or if it was very different from my mother’s cooking, but what remains crystal clear in my mind
