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seeing that death, a necessary end, will come... and it will come.
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I just released four 18" x 24" prints in an edition of 10. These are printed on archival 240gm/10 mil luster premium watemarked paper and shipped in a tube with a certificate of authenticity signed by myself and the gallery. Available here:SLOW CULTURE SHOPAny questions or concerns please email info@slowculture.com
Hidden in the rugged mountains of northern Portugal, Peneda-Gerês National Park is a wild mosaic of granite peaks, crystal-clear rivers, ancient forests, and tiny stone villages that seem frozen in time. It’s the country’s only national park — a place where nature and tradition coexist in perfect balance.
From the misty heights of Serra da Peneda to the deep valleys of Rio Lima and Cávado, the park offers endless trails, waterfalls like Cascata do Arado, roaming wild Garrano horses, and centuries-old Roman roads still visible underfoot.
A Ruela de Entrecercas, no coração histórico de Santiago de Compostela, ilustra a adaptação da arquitetura vernácula ao clima atlântico e a evolução do tecido urbano medieval. O seu nome remete à localização original entre as muralhas da cidade. Os edifícios altos em granito, com galerias envidraçadas verdes características, protegem do clima húmido e captam luz solar, atuando como reguladores térmicos. O pavimento em lajes de pedra e a presença de transeuntes mostram a continuidade da vida quotidiana num espaço classificado pela UNESCO, onde elementos tradicionais como as fachadas rebocadas, varandas e portadas coexistem com infraestruturas modernas, revelando a adaptação contínua do espaço às necessidades contemporâneas sem comprometer a sua autenticidade. Esta viela, parte de um complexo sistema de ruas em torno da Catedral, integra o quotidiano dos habitantes e a cidade de peregrinação.
The Ruela de Entrecercas, in the historic heart of Santiago de Compostela, illustrates the adaptation of vernacular architecture to the Atlantic climate and the evolution of the medieval urban fabric. Its name refers to its original location between the city walls. The tall granite buildings, with their characteristic green glassed-in galleries, protect against the humid climate and capture sunlight, acting as thermal regulators. The stone slab pavement and the presence of passers-by show the continuity of daily life in a UNESCO-listed space, where traditional elements such as plastered facades, balconies, and shutters coexist with modern infrastructure, revealing the continuous adaptation of the space to contemporary needs without compromising its authenticity. This alley, part of a complex system of streets around the Cathedral, is part of the daily life of the inhabitants and the city of pilgrimage.
Standing on the ridge, watching the wind roll through the valley, it feels like the world just keeps going — horizon after horizon, cloud after cloud. The turbines turn quietly in the distance, a reminder of how far we’ve come and how much more there is ahead.
This view is more than a landscape; it’s a moment of stillness that whispers possibility — of journeys not yet taken, and ideas still forming on the edge of the sky.
The road winds through Portugal’s breathtaking countryside — golden plains, mountain ridges, and hidden rivers waiting to be discovered. Each turn offers a new story, a new scent of pine or ocean air. Adventure isn’t a destination here; it’s the journey itself, written across the vast landscapes and quiet villages of this beautiful land.
Original acrylic painting by Kestutis Jauniskis. Acrylic on stretched canvas with finished edges
This work is signed, titled and dated on the back with Certificate Of Authenticity. Not framed.
23x27 in, 2016, 590$
Hinterhöfe üben eine besondere Faszination aus, weil sie oft als versteckte, intime Rückzugsorte mitten in der urbanen Landschaft fungieren. Sie bieten:
Authentizität und Geschichte: Viele Hinterhöfe sind historisch gewachsen und tragen die Spuren vergangener Zeiten in ihren Mauern, Pflastersteinen und Bepflanzungen.
Begegnung von Natur und Architektur: Die Mischung aus alter Bausubstanz und begrünten Elementen schafft einen interessanten Kontrast, der visuell ansprechend ist und gleichzeitig das Stadtbild auflockert.
Hinterhöfe haben oft einen besonderen Reiz, da sie verborgene Oasen im urbanen Raum darstellen. Neben ihrer Ruhe und Intimität bieten sie häufig überraschende architektonische Details und natürliche Elemente, die den Blick auf das Alltägliche verändern.
Pietà
Die Pietà ist mehr als ein biblisches Motiv: Sie ist ein Fenster, das uns Einlass gewährt in das Wechselspiel von Schmerz und Trost, Tod und Auferstehung, Vergänglichkeit und Liebe. Ihr ewiges Schweigen spricht Bände, weil es Raum schafft für unser eigenes Mit-Leiden und die leise Hoffnung, die selbst in der dunkelsten Stunde nicht verstummt.
Fernab religiöser Grundüberzeugungen spricht die Pietà heute Menschen an, die persönliche Verluste betrauern: Abschied von Geliebten, Zerstörung von Lebensentwürfen, globale Katastrophen.
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Fascination of Inner Courtyards
Inner courtyards hold a special fascination because they often serve as hidden, intimate retreats amid the urban landscape. They offer:
Authenticity and History:
Many courtyards have evolved organically over time and bear the traces of bygone eras in their walls, cobblestones, and plantings.
A Meeting of Nature and Architecture:
The blend of old building fabric with verdant elements creates an engaging contrast that is visually appealing and helps to soften the cityscape.
Inner courtyards often possess a unique allure, as they represent secret oases within the urban environment. Beyond their calm and intimacy, they frequently reveal unexpected architectural details and natural features that transform our perception of the everyday.
Pietà
The Pietà is more than a biblical motif: it is a window that grants us entry into the interplay of suffering and consolation, death and resurrection, transience and love. Its eternal silence speaks volumes, for it makes room for our own compassion and the quiet hope that never falters, even in the darkest hour.
Far removed from any specific religious creed, the Pietà today reaches out to those who grieve personal loss: the farewell to loved ones, the shattering of life’s plans, or even global catastrophes.
One from the archives that is going into my Flickr "Taken From The Rear" album.
As far as I can recall these people were on a Game of Thrones filming location tour and it seems that everyone was supplied with a cloak for authenticity.
The authenticity of this building is in question in my mind. It is an old building. But, was it originally the J. A. Wall Store established in 1906? I rather doubt it. If it was, it has had the unfortunate history of being called something stupid like the Old Time Store. Right now it's just a falling down repository of junk. Seen on US 704, Stokes County.
Authenticity of character is widely admired yet rarely do we labor towards it. Many are tainted with layers of facade, as result we seldom reveal our true-self to others and become lonely and self conscious.
Are you lonely? Are you authentic?
The sun dips slowly behind the rugged peaks of the Caramulo Mountains, spilling molten gold and amber across the valleys below. Shadows stretch and curl, folding the hills into quiet mystery, while the sky blazes with colors that seem almost too vivid to be real. In this fleeting moment, the world feels suspended between day and night, a gentle pause where time itself seems to breathe. The mountains stand eternal, guardians of the fading light, as if whispering secrets only the wind can carry.
The sun dips slowly behind the rugged peaks of the Caramulo Mountains, spilling molten gold and amber across the valleys below. Shadows stretch and curl, folding the hills into quiet mystery, while the sky blazes with colors that seem almost too vivid to be real. In this fleeting moment, the world feels suspended between day and night, a gentle pause where time itself seems to breathe. The mountains stand eternal, guardians of the fading light, as if whispering secrets only the wind can carry.
Behind my smile is a hurting heart. behind my laugh i'm falling apart behind my smile is tears at night.
Taken by Cameron Bathory
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In comparison to other ksour of the region, the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou has preserved its architectural authenticity with regard to configuration and materials. The architectural style is well preserved and the earthen constructions are perfectly adapted to the climatic conditions and are in harmony with the natural and social environment
Taken @Ait-Ben-Haddou, Morocco, North Africa.
The road winds through Portugal’s breathtaking countryside — golden plains, mountain ridges, and hidden rivers waiting to be discovered. Each turn offers a new story, a new scent of pine or ocean air. Adventure isn’t a destination here; it’s the journey itself, written across the vast landscapes and quiet villages of this beautiful land.
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Meine erste Foto-Einzelausstellung präsentiert im Café Berio, Berlin
Vernissage 31. Juli 2018 | Finissage 22. September 2018
In meiner ersten Foto-Einzelausstellung zeigte ich meine Berliner Portraits und einige meiner Vogel-Fotografien; daher der Titel der Ausstellung. In meinem Fotoprojekt wollte ich einmal weg von den sonst bewusst gewählten Orten, an denen man ein Fotoshooting durchführt. Ein Studio oder eine ausgewählte Location haben für die Menschen meist etwas sehr Unpersönliches. Ich wollte dorthin, wo es am authentischsten ist; an die Orte, an denen die Protagonisten (überwiegend Künstler) zu Hause und in ihrem Element sind: auf der Bühne, hinter der Bühne und vor, während und nach einem Auftritt bzw. Event. Ich möchte dem Betrachter Bilder zeigen, die er nicht unbedingt während einer Veranstaltung wahrnimmt und Außenstehende gefangen nehmen, als hätten sie es live miterlebt.
Über 70 Arbeiten präsentierte ich in der Ausstellung; darunter Portraits von Romy Haag, Henry de Winter, Hanna Schygulla, Georgette Dee, Dieter Rita Scholl, Gloria Viagra, Ades Zabel, Frank Wilde, Gaby Tupper und vielen anderen.
Vögel leben auf allen Kontinenten. Sie sind flüchtige, scheue Tiere. Auf meinen Fotografien lassen sie aber eine unwahrscheinliche Nähe zu. Das eigentlich Fremde und in der Natur nicht Sichtbare habe ich in meinen Vogel-Portraits festgehalten.
Mein Motto: "Authentizität ist das Schlüsselwort, das hinter meiner Fotografie steht. Ich ziehe es vor, mehr die menschliche Note zu zeigen und weniger die Retusche."
Die meisten der Exponate sind in der queeren Community entstanden.
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My first solo photo exhibition presented at Café Berio, Berlin
Opening July 31, 2018 | Closing September 22, 2018
In my first solo photo exhibition, I showed my Berlin portraits and some of my bird photographs; hence the title of the exhibition. In my photo project, I wanted to get away from the usual deliberately chosen locations for a photo shoot. There is usually something very impersonal about a studio or a selected location for people. I wanted to go where it is most authentic; to the places where the protagonists (mostly artists) are at home and in their element: on stage, backstage and before, during and after a performance or event. I want to show the viewer images that they don't necessarily see during an event and capture outsiders as if they had witnessed it live.
I presented over 70 works in the exhibition, including portraits of Romy Haag, Henry de Winter, Hanna Schygulla, Georgette Dee, Dieter Rita Scholl, Gloria Viagra, Ades Zabel, Frank Wilde, Gaby Tupper and many others.
Birds live on every continent. They are elusive, shy animals. In my photographs, however, they allow an improbable closeness. I have captured what is actually alien and invisible in nature in my bird portraits.
My motto: "Authenticity is the keyword that lies behind my photography. I prefer to show more the human touch and less the retouch."
Most of the exhibits were created in the queer community.
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girl wearing traditional dress
The women of the island of Djerba wear this outfit to attend wedding parties
It consists of a piece of silk fabric that covers the entire body
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The road winds through Portugal’s breathtaking countryside — golden plains, mountain ridges, and hidden rivers waiting to be discovered. Each turn offers a new story, a new scent of pine or ocean air. Adventure isn’t a destination here; it’s the journey itself, written across the vast landscapes and quiet villages of this beautiful land.
in the quiet ballet of barcelona's old town, the street becomes a stage set against an audacious pink wall. two figures move in the muted symphony of daily life; her patterned garment whispers tales of heritage against the unspoken boldness of the wall. his stride, clothed in the stark contrast of black with a swoosh as his companion, punctuates the scene with the contemporary beat of the city. side by side yet wrapped in their own narratives, they move past the silent witness of street art and closed doors. the scene is an unplanned choreography of old meets new, tradition dances with modernity, a vivid encounter of lives and colors.
Venice Rialto Fish Market. Campo della Pescheria, Rialto, Venice, Italy
Rialto No Se Toca means "Don't touch the fish market" in the local Venetian dialect.
The fishmongers erected this Angry Venetian Lion banner in protest against (in 2011) plans to move this historic fish market away from its prime site at the Rialto/Grande Canale to some backwater (and hence destroy trade). Fortunately, they won!
A triumph for authenticity and history over plastic tourist trash.
A plain notebook with the above words on the front cover passes from one person to the next in a roundabout way and in doing so it changes lives.
I think i had a smile on my face through most of this story.
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A quiet moment at the edge of the world — she stands before the ocean as the sun melts into gold.
The wind carries stories, the waves whisper peace, and the light feels like a secret only the heart can hear. 🌊🌅
A dark discovery in an old country house in the UK, under the bed covered in dust lay two wooden coffins.
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Beautiful, epic , vast .. a loving work of art and one of my favourite places to go photograph .. hope you enjoy these beautiful views of Portugals stunning countryside x
Title: Rainy Sunset in Mataró - First Verified NFT, Created without AI
Description: "I'm excited to introduce Rainy Sunset in Mataró, the first verified photograph minted as an NFT (Non Fungible Token) in the MBH (Made by Human) Collection. This work captures the serenity and nostalgia of a rainy sunset in the city of Mataró (Barcelona), by celebrating the beauty that lies in imperfection and the authenticity that only human creativity can offer.
Verified under Blade Corporation's rigorous Protocol02, this image has been certified as a 100% human creation, without AI intervention at all. In a world increasingly dominated by the digital and the artificial, this photograph stands out as a prouve to the genuinely human, preserving the essence and integrity of art created by human beings.
As the first verified NFT in this collection, Rainy Sunset in Mataró starts the beginning of a project dedicated to honoring human creativity and authenticity in digital art. This unique piece of work is available in a limited edition, offering collectors a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a digital piece of art that captures the essence of what it means to be human.
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Título: Atardecer Lluvioso en Mataró - Primer NFT Verificado, Creado sin IA
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Awareness - An authentic man knows his strengths and weaknesses as well as his feelings and motives for certain behaviors. Only through this self-reflection, he is able to experience his actions consciously and influence.
Honesty - This is one to look into the eye of the real environment and also to accept unpleasant feedback.
Consequence - An authentic man acts according to his values. This applies to the priorities set and also for the case that he is thereby einhandelt disadvantages. Hardly anything improper and dishonest acts as an opportunist.
Sincerity - Authenticity means a willingness not to deny its negative sides.
Bewusstsein – Ein authentischer Mensch kennt seine Stärken und Schwächen ebenso wie seine Gefühle und Motive für bestimmte Verhaltensweisen. Erst durch diese Selbstreflexion ist er in der Lage, sein Handeln bewusst zu erleben und zu beeinflussen.
Ehrlichkeit – Hierzu gehört, der realen Umgebung ins Auge zu blicken und auch unangenehme Rückmeldungen zu akzeptieren.
Konsequenz – Ein authentischer Mensch handelt nach seinen Werten. Das gilt für die gesetzten Prioritäten und auch für den Fall, dass er sich dadurch Nachteile einhandelt. Kaum etwas wirkt verlogener und unechter als ein Opportunist.
Aufrichtigkeit – Authentizität beinhaltet die Bereitschaft, seine negativen Seiten nicht zu verleugnen.
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Source Wikipedia: Authenticity
capturing an unguarded moment, this black-and-white portrait tells the story of individuality and expression. his tattooed arm, proudly displayed, becomes part of his self-expression, while his smile reveals a warmth beneath his edgy appearance. the muted background allows his personality to shine, making him the undeniable focal point. against the urban textures of palma, he stands out as a character full of contrastâsoft and fierce, carefree yet deliberate. itâs a glimpse into a life lived freely, with humor, ink, and authenticity.
AI Prompt Group challenge:
Unmasking Identity - Exploring Personal Authenticity
Prompt: Create a fine art painting of a person (((front view))), (((walking towards the viewer))) stepping out of a rainbow closet towards the camera, symbolize the joyous, liberating journey of coming out of the closet during Gay Pride Month, use cheerful colors symbolizing the rainbow, The person is stepping into a world painted with vibrant, cheerful colors of the rainbow, --ar 6:4
Celebrating Pride month!
Where water meets land, moments linger between the ebb and flow. The shore holds stories—of tides, wind, and time—that whisper to those who pause and listen. This image captures the quiet poetry of nature, a place where reflection and serenity meet, and where every grain of sand seems alive with memory.
Abandoned airfield in Latvia
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Where water meets land, moments linger between the ebb and flow. The shore holds stories—of tides, wind, and time—that whisper to those who pause and listen. This image captures the quiet poetry of nature, a place where reflection and serenity meet, and where every grain of sand seems alive with memory.