I just took this picture at a plaza near by my condominium. I always thought about buying fish-eye lens for my camera to experiment its amazing effects. But you know those things that you never put on top of your high priorities. Yep. Never did it. As you can imagine, it was a delightful surprise when I found this sphere-shape, water fountain reflecting a 180-degree field of Chicago’s view, today at sunset time. I like it a lot. An 180 degree field of Chicago by Georgete Read Full Story

I know it is a detail, but the sentence engraved in the steps (The Great War) was what caught my eyes when I took this picture last winter, in Boston. I wish the blue car did not pass behind the girls right at the moment of the shooting. However, I like it anyway. Sometimes I like to believe that imperfection can be beautiful and it intrigues me. At least imperfection is the “perfect” adjective, when it comes to describing human beings. Se la vi! Girls in Boston by Georgete... Read Full Story

Here is our little Feijao watching TV at our new home in Chicago. After spending the last five long-winters in the middle of nowhere in Michigan, he seems to enjoy the Windy City at his own pace, despite of its lively and turbulent streets. I’m glad that we are all happy here. Read Full Story

In my opinion, there is no better way to reinvent yourself rather than starting a new life. It might take a lot for some people to change it completely, but everything starts with you taking control of your own destiny and not being afraid to face the unknown and uncertainties. Most importantly, you have to be comfortable as you move to the uncomfortable zone. OK folks, long story short, I just moved to Chicago and I’m enjoying every single aspect of my new lifestyle, from personal to... Read Full Story

Seine River, Paris - Though it can be crowded by tourist boats, you can still see people walking along the side of the river or just seating and chatting by its now “concrete banks.” Like many other metropolis around the world, Paris was born at the center of the Seine River. Once scenario of turbulent historical episodes, Seine is now a placid element of the city. The Seine River by Georgete Read Full Story

I really don’t understand how Time Magazine’s Josh Tyrangiel could dedicate a two-page story to put in question Coldplay’s ability to come up with a great work. If anything, these guys have sold 30 million copies of their three albums and won four Grammys. At least Tyrangiel did a good job revealing the story behind Coldplay’s endeavor to become better rather than bigger. They’ve invited Brian Eno to co-produce its fourth album “Viva la Vida.” The result, in my opinion, is a new album that... Read Full Story

Take a look at these two girls. Isn’t that complicity adorable? I met them in Juquehy beach, Brazil, a couple years ago during summer time. They are sisters and couldn’t stop laughing at each other as I took their pictures. You know that inherent silliness of childhood? Essentially, that’s what I love about this image. By the way, when it is summer in Brazil, it is winter up here in the U.S. (duh!). Let’s say that I literately go from zero °F to 100 °F when I leave Michigan for Juquehy to... Read Full Story

There is nothing that interests me most than documenting life as it is. When traveling, I simply love taking pictures in public places as people goes by. I know, it sounds strange and might be a little bit unsafe. If you decide to try the same, make sure you talk to people first and ask for their permission. It works, believe me. I also enjoy the opportunity of meeting different people, learning about their life and sharing mine. I have to admit that my journalism background makes me get... Read Full Story

On May 30th 2008, newspapers all over the world echoed the discovery of a new Indian tribe by Brazilian researchers, in a remote Amazon region . It’s not hard to believe it. Everyone can get easily lost in Amazon forest due to its colossal size and many hard-to-access spots. However, like everybody else, I was surprised by the news. The picture of the “uncontacted tribe” mismatches the Brazil I grew up in. It definitely contrasts against the development of cities such as Sao Paulo, the... Read Full Story

A couple months ago, I was at Barnes & Noble doing my customary search for new books when I found “Going Home: Jesus and Buddha as Brothers,” by Thich Nhat Hanh.* Yep, I went back home with both. This book instigated my curiosity about spiritual leaders such as Siddhārtha Gautama (Buddha) and Mahatma Gandhi among others. I wanted to understand the commonalities of behaviors, leadership styles, causes, context, and personal traces. I also craved to learn if they shared the reasons that... Read Full Story