The embargo has lifted. And I am going to Havana.
For a long time I have wanted to go on a photographic tour of Cuba. I am thrilled to study in a workshop setting with one of the world’s most renowned photojournalists, Peter Turnley. What a dream come true. Next week’s trip with 12 photographers is licensed by the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control. We will learn about the Cuban way of life, see neighborhoods, families, ballet, boxing, music and those cars!
Below are some wonderful photographs of everyday life in Cuba. As with most things in my life, I find great inspiration by seeing images on social media sites like Instagram, Flickr and Twitter. Last fall, I saw my dream safari splashed over Instagram and right then and there decided to book my trip to Africa. I wrote about that here: I’m on Safari and I owe it all to Instagram.
These photographs inspire me. What inspires you?
#havana , #Cuba – One of the most photogenic and beautiful cities in the world. pic.twitter.com/euqyY5I1L9
— akshay (@akshay10adep) February 16, 2015
Everyday Life In #Cuba: beautiful images from David LaFevor via http://t.co/7sHF6TOS3G #photography — iGOmii (@iGOmii_Inc) February 15, 2015
US eases Cuba travel restrictions but vacations still banned! http://t.co/WfP8vojW7u … #Cuba #Travel pic.twitter.com/qfUxSyCmzD
— BonVoyageurs (@BonVoyageurs) February 23, 2015
“What gives us power as communicators is feeling.”-@PeterTurnley @LeicaStoreMiami pic.twitter.com/OybnflJDyU — Kathryn Moore (@viakrm) February 7, 2015
I love this photograph. Alex Webb, Cuba, 1993. pic.twitter.com/x4LXXKDQlg — R. (@PoetryIsAlive) February 22, 2015
Photographer’s … – http://t.co/tait8mvDjn #Photograph #Cuba #Life #DavidLaFevor #portraiture #StreetPhotography pic.twitter.com/ImVaQbw0gN — Blurred Culture (@BlurredCulture) February 11, 2015
A #Cuban boy #skateboards at a street in #Havana, #Cuba. #skateboarding #skateboard #skater #AA pic.twitter.com/QtXJWdmlsV — Anadolu Images (@anadoluimages) February 11, 2015
Back to the 50’s? No present day #Cuba #Havana Go before it all changes! pic.twitter.com/HIBmoYFcch
— VIP Leisure Travel (@VIPLeisure) February 16, 2015
Photos: Rebecca Barger’s stunning images of weddings, vintage cars, and life in #Havana #Cuba http://t.co/yRVGkQwoY2 pic.twitter.com/q3Bm9rD3VM — Yahoo News (@YahooNews) February 17, 2015
These are the issues that need to be fixed before normal Cuba relations can be fully restored http://t.co/VlPQqxQsaI pic.twitter.com/ddpelidyaL
— TheStreet (@TheStreet) February 21, 2015
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