Pictures of Egypt

My visit to Egypt became much more than a trip to the Pyramids. Life there is centered on the country’s main artery, the Nile. This is where a photographer can find countless images that reveal the character of the country without to resorting to shots of the world-famous landmarks. Although I took my share of those pictures as well, I am happier with the images I got by looking a little closer, or from a slightly different angle. Here’s a small selection.

 

A typical tourist cruise. When the following felucas lined up behind (for a tow!), I framed them up between the mast and the rigging.

 

Off to one side of the immense Temple of Luxor I found a rubble pile of stones and blocks. The late-afternoon sun cooperated with a shaft of light revealing the ‘ankh’, symbol of life.

 

A selection of spices at an outdoor marketplace in Luxor.

 

Street scene in the west bank of Luxor. The painting of the ship indicates that the home’s owner has made the ‘haj’, or pilgrimage to Mecca.

 

 

The Oasis Cafe, off a side street in Luxor, became a photo subject during lunch one day. The dramatic movie poster against the green wall got my attention right away.

 

I ran ahead of this felucca when I saw it might line up with the steps and lamps. When I realized that the trees would conceal the boat but not the sails, I shot anyway and ended up with this slightly humorous image. I converted to monochrome (see my other post) to accentuate the oddness.