Tag Archives: Bali
Children of Jimbaran …
Some shots of children playing along the beach of Jimbaran …. And a mother holding her child …. Another shot of this little one eager to be photographed once more … Continue reading
Seaweed Farming in Bali …
Traditional seaweed farming can still be found in some areas in Bali, Nusa Penida, Lembongan and in Kutuh village in the South. Major usage of this type of Carrageenan tropical … Continue reading
Monkey Craze …
Bare breasted men sit in a circle around the flickering light of torch, raising their hands while reciting rhythmically “cak, cak, cak”. This is an ancient Balinese Sang Hyang trance … Continue reading
Barong Magic …
Anyone visiting Bali must have seen the Barong and trance dances performed mostly around Ubud area. The Barong is a mythical lion creature, and is considered to have a magical … Continue reading
The Sacred Temple …
So sacred that even tourists are not allowed to enter the inner sanctum of this holy mountain sanctuary unless they are given that special permission by the Mangku (temple priest). … Continue reading
At the flower market …
For those who have been to Bali are most likely to be familiar with these fragrant flowers placed in woven coconut leaves “canang” platter seen as daily offerings to the … Continue reading
Bali Nights in Paris
Sounds of nature greet the audience upon entering the Théâtre National de Chaillot. A flickering flame is placed on stage, then the lights dimmed and silence reigned. Musicians slowly walked … Continue reading
Ngaben, Death the Balinese way …
The island of Bali is not only home to the gods but also where their dead are ritually cremated (ngaben) For the Balinese the Atma or soul can only be … Continue reading
Divine gifts … Aesthetics in the art of Balinese offerings
As I was strolling leisurely along the shores enjoying the sun setting behind the horizon leaving a glow of spectacular colours, I saw a small crowd of people dressed in … Continue reading
BALI Isle of the Gods…
My photo essay published in this month Wingspan Inflight magazine (ANA)
