Techniques, Tips, Trips, and Musings about my Work

As the thermometer continues to drop and we prepare for yet another potential blast of winter weather my mind drifted off to some warmer climates I have visited. I have made several trips to Old San Juan in Puerto Rico and have fond memories of walking along the Paseo, drinking cafe con leche in the Plaza de Armas, and listening to the ocean crash into the rocks below the old forts. On a Sunday stroll through the city I discovered this beautiful piece of graffiti painted on a large roll up door. It is not normally visible during the week since it covers up the entrance to a local business. I passed it several times in an attempt to get a photograph but there were always cars in the way and I could not take the shot. Luckily on the day before I left I found a clear shot. As I was shooting this little man walked up and struck a pose. A few shots later he was off to his destination. At first I thought he was the model but later learned the portrait is on a famous Puerto Rican basketball player who now plays for the NBA.

A local in Old San Juan strikes a pose in front of a painted roll up door. Nikon D300, Nikkor 12-24mm lens, f11 at 1/125 second.