Friday, September 3, 2010

Photos of Eastern Congo by Richard Mosse

Photos of Eastern Congo by Richard Mosse

August 17, 2010 by · 1 Comment 

Mosse finds inspiration for his work in art and literature, citing Joseph Conrad’s “Heart of Darkness” as an influence for his journey to Congo. “That novella is full of preposterous and enigmatic images.”
Mosse used Aerochrome, an obsolete technology, to create an alternative image of the complex social and political dynamics of the country.
In his Quick [...]

In Kenya, reason for hope

In Kenya, reason for hope

January 4, 2010 by · Leave a Comment 

Reporting from Nairobi, Kenya — Rose is 17 months old. She weighs 15 pounds and looks the size of an American 5-month-old. She cannot sit up, walk or speak. She has the toothpick limbs and saucer eyes of the malnourished and the dull skin of dehydration.
In another corner is Caroline, a waifish 9-year-old who sleeps [...]

Top 5 Wildlife vacations in Africa for family

Top 5 Wildlife vacations in Africa for family

December 28, 2009 by · 1 Comment 

Africa and the Middle East have a very ancient history along with rich cultural heritage. This gives way to a lot of exciting places to wander in Africa with your family. Deserts in Morocco, Wildlife in Botswana and Tanzania, safari in the Kruger National Park and an exciting canoe trip in Botswana are something that [...]

Top Five Family Vacation Destinations in Africa!

Top Five Family Vacation Destinations in Africa!

December 28, 2009 by · Leave a Comment 

With rich culture and ancient history Africa is not short of vacation destinations for the whole family. Here are the top five destinations that one must definitely visit with their family.
Egypt
Egypt brings the ancient history to the minds of the young people. The younger generation would love to know about the ancient history. It is [...]

Life In Morocco Desert

December 14, 2009 by · 3 Comments 

Morocco is such a beautiful place with rich heritage that you are transported to other time just when you step in. Located at the northern tip of the African continent it is separated by the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara desert, from the other countries in Africa. You can witness climate related to Mediterranean which [...]