Vitrine, Galeries Lafayette, Paris.
This is my favorite photo of this week's Moroccan-themed series. I focused the camera lens on the signed art depicting a traditional tribal costume. But the reflection of arched windows and a wrought iron balcony across the street hints at the ambience of a Moroccan city, rich with history. In my view, the reflection lends an element of imagination that didn't exist in the costume drawing. But some readers may prefer photos without the distraction of reflections. What do you think?
For another post today, read Distorting the View.
I like the mystery.
Posted by: Chris | 29 May 2009 at 22:23
Oh, I love the tantalizing glimpses of what is behind.
Posted by: Relyn | 24 May 2009 at 01:49
I like the reflections, the different layers of seeing. Excellent photo!
Peace & love,
JP/deb
Posted by: JanePoet ~ JP/deb | 23 May 2009 at 20:23
Blessings
Posted by: Jeanne | 23 May 2009 at 16:15
I also enjoyed shooting these Morocco windows. It was for me a real trip just looking at them. the blue dispalys are my favorite!
Posted by: MesvitrinesNYC | 23 May 2009 at 09:52
Tara - I have enjoyed your Morrocan series, the photographs are wonderful. This last layered image is very evocative. enjoy the long weekend, xv.
Posted by: Vicki Archer | 23 May 2009 at 08:30
Hi Tara,
The reflection works for me. You have a special way with windows, reflections and photography!
I too like the black and white for this particular photo.
xox
Constance
Posted by: Rochambeau | 23 May 2009 at 04:46
I love the distraction...adds a layer of admiration for me.
beautiful.
Posted by: Se'Lah | 23 May 2009 at 01:27
This is incredibly evocative. The reflections help tell the story -- and lead one to wonder, "what really IS happening there." Love the b/w.
Posted by: jeanie | 22 May 2009 at 21:05
With the reflection of the buildings and the people, and the artwork, and the fact that it's in black and white, you do have to spend more time looking. That is a beautiful image, not because it shows beautiful objects, but because it all comes together so well.
Posted by: Cheryl de los Reyes Cruz | 22 May 2009 at 20:28
I love this. I also adore the distraction in this photo. It seems to me reflections or distractions, share in the story of the intended shot. This is just gorgeous! I am in love with the grey scale. Classic!
xo
Posted by: Christina | 22 May 2009 at 15:15
Reflections are the essence of all that we see or do. I love them in your photographs...they add a secondary narrative to your photos and an "extra view" of the surroundings.
Posted by: Helen | 22 May 2009 at 14:23