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The Photographic Experience
A couple of years ago, I visited the Meirás Lighthouse (Faro da Frouxeira), located in the municipality of Valdoviño, to take some photographs of the area. The place has many features that make it especially appealing to photographers. Its rugged coast, small cliffs, crashing waves, rocks, wild vegetation, and of course, the lighthouse itself, all come together to create a unique and distinctive environment that offers endless possibilities for interesting compositions. It’s almost impossible to leave without a good shot. A few months ago, I returned to the lighthouse, but this time the experience was noticeably different. Back then, I…
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The Empty Bench
One quality that almost all of my photographs share, aside from the absence of color, is the absence of people. My family always has two categorical critiques: “Take your photos in color!” and “Photograph people!” Of course, I don’t listen, but sometimes their comments do make me think. I actually love color photography, especially analog color photography, with its soft, warm tones and that grainy texture that gives it such an organic feel. But I also have a deep passion for black and white. Stripping away the color might seem like a limitation, you’re removing a large portion of the…
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Minimalism in the Mariña Lucense
Some places seem to have been created specifically to be photographed. They serve no particular function, carry no special meaning, and have no official recognition. It’s difficult to explain their charm or visual appeal, especially since, in many cases, they’re abandoned, but it’s undeniable that they hold a powerful kind of magnetism. That’s exactly the case with this small house in the Mariña Lucense. It stands alone in the middle of a small field, just a few meters from the coast. Reaching it isn’t straightforward, you have to leave the main road and follow a narrow path to get there.…
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The Beach of the Cathedrals
Today I’m sharing a couple of photos from a place that really needs no introduction, but just in case, it’s the Playa de Las Catedrales, on the coast of Ribadeo. This beach is famous for its striking rock formations, which over time have been shaped by erosion into a series of arches, caves, overhangs, and inlets, creating a spectacular visual landscape. It’s one of the most visited spots in Galicia and, unsurprisingly, a magnet for photographers, myself included. Despite its obvious appeal, it actually took me quite a while to return. Over the past few months, I’ve driven past it…
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Motivational focus
The motivations that draw us to photography can vary greatly from person to person, and it’s quite common for them to change or evolve over time. It’s an activity that, in its early stages, almost always arises from a vocational impulse, the need to capture places, situations, or people that carry a profound meaning and that we want to immortalize. Precisely because of this ever-changing or living motivation that accompanies all creative pursuits, the impulse that leads us to pick up a camera and take photographs won’t be the same when we’re just starting out as it is after years…
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Coruña and Its Conch
The city of Coruña never fails to surprise with its blend of landscapes. Its seafront promenade is one of those places that invites you to pause, enjoy the sound of the sea, and discover the small gems that are part of its essence. Among them, “La Caracola” has always been one of my favorites, not just for its unique shape, but also for the symbolism it holds. This sculpture seems to connect with the past, evoking the echoes of the sirens that once signaled the arrival of ships in distant times. For a long time, I wanted to capture it…
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Analog Photography
At 46 years old, I can say I have some experience in the world of photography, not so much because I’m an expert (which I’m not), but because I’ve been enjoying it as a hobby for many years. I’ve never been a professional, nor do I have any intention of becoming one. A camera has always accompanied me on walks, hikes, and, of course, on my travels. Thanks to it, I’ve been able to capture many important moments in my life that would otherwise fade away with time. It has been, therefore, a tool that has helped me write my…
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A New Beginning
For many years I’ve been passionate about photography. Actually, ever since I was a child. As a kid, I constantly begged my parents for a camera, but they never bought me one. It wasn’t about the price of the camera itself; their real concern was all the expenses involved in owning one, especially film developing and printing costs. Taking photos was considered a luxury, something to do sparingly and thoughtfully. Obviously, the concept of moderation wasn’t something my childhood self understood very well, which is probably why my parents never bought me the camera I desperately wanted. But then, by…
