Jean Guillaume ce héro!

I am truly blessed. I have some very good friends that are wonderful people.  Jean Guillaume is one of those people.  He personifies kindness, gentleness and positivity, and…

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Woman with crutches standing beneath the inverted glass pyramid of the Carrousel du Louvre, Fujifilm XT2, Paris 2020

Paris!

A cancelled trip to Hull, a free week, and a ten-year-old who’d been asking about Paris for ages. What followed was one long day of Greek sculpture, Roman art, the Mona Lisa at three metres, the Eiffel Tower, and 127 floors on a step counter. Shot on Fujifilm XT2.

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Passage du Gois, and the Port du Bec

The writer enjoys solitude in Nantes with photography, tea, and cakes, but feels it’s affecting their health and creativity. They switch to a coastal location, limiting gear and exploring a passage submerged during high tide. The serene experience rejuvenates them, hinting at a potential return.

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Zoo de la Palmyre

During the Summer, I prioritized spending time with my family instead of pursuing photography. We visited the Palmyre zoo to allow my children to see animals up close. Despite differing opinions on zoos, I believe it provides an opportunity for educational observation and forming connections with the animals. I captured zoo moments with a Canon 6D Mark II.

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Honfleur at night

Honfleur, a picturesque town in Normandy, is the birthplace of composer Erik Satie. Its charm attracts Parisians and art lovers, with galleries and a connection to renowned painters. The town offers culinary delights like Camembert and Calvados. A peaceful night stroll around the old harbor provided an opportunity for photography, showcasing Honfleur’s beauty.

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Les Braves sculpture with memorial flags along the beach behind, Omaha Beach, Normandy

Omaha Beach, Normandy

Omaha Beach, a critical D Day landing site, witnessed the immense sacrifice of the 1st and 29th Infantry Division of the US Army. General Bradley nearly abandoned the operation due to heavy casualties. Today, American families visit as a form of pilgrimage, while the nearby American War Cemetery stands as a somber reminder of the price of warfare.

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