Exhibition
An exibition presenting some of my work on the beech forests of the Basque Country will take place at the bookstore ELKAR MEGADENDA, place de l'Arsenal, Bayonne. It will start on the 05th of July and last until August the 27th. For more information, here is a phone number: 05 59 59 35 14




Large Format
All the pictures presented here were taken using a 4 x 5 field camera. This is heavy. Setting up takes time. Focusing takes a lot of time. Under the dark cloth, everything is upside down and dim. Metering can be very tricky. Some may think these are disadvantages. I do not.: I can concentrate on each and every detail, get involved at every stage of the picture taking process. The approach implied by the use of such cameras is at the same time contemplative and active.

Taking pictures
Through my work as a photographer, I try to better understand how specific environments are organized, isolate their components, find bits and pieces of harmony which, when added, end up producing natural grandeur and beauty. I hope the pictures presented here reveal the deep respect I have for nature. If, by any chance, they help just one person realize how vital it is to cherish it and protect it, then my work is not in vain.

STOCK
You may need pictures for brochures, web pages, magazines, etc... Through my projects I am also building a picture library. If you want to use one of my pictures for professional purposes, feel free to contact me. We will discuss your needs and I will give you a quote. The rates will depend on the photo usage as much as its type of distribution. They are based on the industry standards, but are open to negotiation.

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