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Street photography captures the essence and beauty of everyday life. And two Facebook groups, Street Photography Cartier-Bresson Inspired and The World Wide Street Photography Club, invite people from all around the globe to showcase the best shots they've taken.

As the name suggests, the Street Photography Cartier-Bresson Inspired group is a homage to the work of the legendary Henri Cartier-Bresson, who is widely considered the father of modern photojournalism. The group's members post images that reflect his signature style of capturing candid moments that appear both spontaneous and precise. The World Wide Street Photography Club, on the other hand, is a more diverse group, with folks sharing their personal approach to the art form.

Both groups, however, do an excellent job of painting our surroundings in a different light. So check out these stunning images we collected for you!

We got in touch with the administrators and moderators of the group Street Photography Cartier-Bresson Inspired and its founder, digital content creator Peter Pickering agreed to tell us more about the inner workings of how such a community looks from the inside.

"Maintaining the group's quality and standards is a top priority for [our] team, and as the group has grown in size, the cleaning and moderation duties have become more challenging," Pickering told Bored Panda.

"However, the team is committed to keeping the group clean and engaging for its members, and they work tirelessly to remove any content that violates the group's rules or aesthetic standards."

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Through The Streets Of The Center Of Tallinn, The Capital Of Estonia

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A Long Way

A Long Way

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Of course, every similar group is different, but the most common issue that the admins and mods of Street Photography Cartier-Bresson Inspired have to take care of is the members (of whom there already are a whopping 294K) posting images that don't meet the group's guidelines or rules, such as:

  • Not meeting our definition of street photography;
  • Lacking visual impact and clichés;
  • Technically lacking;
  • Color instead of black and white;
  • Borders;
  • Logos and watermarks;
  • Over-processing.

"We understand that although members may have questions about why their images were rejected, despite being pointed to the rule that was breached, it can be time-consuming for our team to provide individualized explanations for every rejected image," Pickering explained.

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Pigeon Man

Pigeon Man

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Steve Robert
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How about a Hallmark Christmas movie where he finds the pigeon lady in Central Park and they get married and live happily ever after.

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"Homeless Veteran"

"Homeless Veteran"

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Loverboy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Imagine serving your country, risking your life only for it to throw you to the streets and treat you like the lowest form of life.

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Appalachian Porch Music

Appalachian Porch Music

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Hutt'nKloas
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The "Alan Lomax Archive" has some great traditional american folk & blues music stored on video. Nothing fancy............just pure, raw & straight to/from the heart

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"Occasionally some members may come across as overly critical or dismissive in their comments towards other members, and even towards our ... team," the founder of Street Photography Cartier-Bresson Inspired said. "While we do not condone this behavior, we approach it with understanding and compassion and work to educate them on the importance of respectful and constructive feedback. It takes time."

"Overall, we try to keep the group clean and free from any content that doesn't align with our mission or standards. It is a lot of work, but we are committed to maintaining a positive and supportive community for street photographers of all levels."

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Ollantaytambo, Peru

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Homemade Fun! Tegucigalpa, Honduras, 1989 Leica M6, Noctilux, Tmy

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Since Pickering is the founder of what we can sort of call Henri Cartier-Bresson's modern fan club, we also asked him what he considers to be the quintessential components of the master's success.

"[Cartier-Bresson's] photography is characterized by a sense of spontaneity, capturing candid moments and emotions in a way that feels authentic and immediate," Pickering said. "He was a master of composition, using techniques like the rule of thirds and natural light and shadow to create striking and balanced images."

"His work often focused on the human experience, capturing everyday moments and emotions in a way that feels both relatable and profound. [It] has inspired countless photographers over the years. His style can be described as an unobtrusive, intuitive approach that sought to capture the essence of a moment or scene, rather than impose a preconceived narrative or message," Pickering explained.

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New York City

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Asakusa / Tokyo 2023

Asakusa / Tokyo 2023

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Booker
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I agree color would add another dimension to appreciate, but I also like the more simplistic black and white.

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His Family Now

His Family Now

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Yeet_girl360
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love birds so much! I had two parakeets at one point. Sadly one got so sick and died. I didn't want the other budgie to be alone so I gave him to a family friend. I miss him, even if he hated me. I hope that my other budgie is happy in the skies. :' )

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However, while the members of the group are trying to imitate Cartier-Bresson's work to some extent, Pickering and the other group's admins and mods believe they should also "strive to find their own voice and express themselves authentically through their art."

"We encourage our members to explore their own creative paths, rather than simply copying the work of others. Ultimately, we value the diversity of styles and approaches in our group and want our members to feel free to express themselves in their own unique way."

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"Chasing The Last Rays Of The Day, One Catch At A Time."

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Spotted In A Museum

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From what he's seen in the group, Pickering thinks that the following techniques and themes appear in the members' photos the most:

1. Candid moments and emotions: "Many members of the group strive to capture authentic moments of everyday life, in public spaces or on the street. This includes images of people going about their daily routines, interacting with others, or experiencing a range of emotions."

2. Black and white photography: "As a group inspired by Cartier-Bresson's work, it's no surprise that black and white photography is a popular technique and an essential for our group. Members often use high-contrast black and white to create striking images that emphasize light and shadow though we discourage this in the group, preferring a more balanced, authentic image, with good tonal range."

3. Creative use of composition: "Cartier-Bresson was known for his mastery of composition, and many members of the group take inspiration from his approach. This includes techniques like the use of negative space, leading lines, and the rule of thirds."

4. Reflections and shadows: "Many members of the group enjoy experimenting with reflections and shadows, using them to create interesting and abstract compositions."

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5. Minimalism: "Some members of the group are drawn to a minimalist approach, using negative space and simple compositions to create striking images. Sometimes it works to good effect; sometimes all we perceive is a small dot of a person in the distance!"

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Venezuela

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Petz Sos
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Child labor because he's sitting on a wheelbarrow? Look at him. He's clean and wearing all white. Holding head down from exhaustion? Or could it be that if he looked up the sun would be in eyes(check shadows). Just saying

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"As admin and moderators of the group, we feel a deep sense of love and responsibility towards it," Pickering added. "It is our baby, and we nurture it, care for it, and love it with all our hearts."

"Every day, we dedicate countless hours to maintaining the quality and integrity of the group, to ensure that our members have a positive experience and a platform to showcase their work. We monitor the group 24/7, across different time zones, to ensure that every image, comment, and post aligns with our ethos."

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Street Kids, China, 2012

Street Kids, China, 2012

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Loverboy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of me and my friend. A man across the street from us sold watermelons, he'd give us smaller ones often, we'd crack them open and eat them like this.

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Kolkata. March 8th, 2023

Kolkata. March 8th, 2023

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James
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The different colors explains that they are washing after the holi celebration (the festival of colors in India)

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A Life. Hanoi, Vietnam

A Life. Hanoi, Vietnam

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k sand
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Peeping Tom shot. It looks like that place has high ceilings

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There are big plans for the community. In addition to their current offers, the admins and mods are thinking about introducing contests and awards to showcase the best of their members' work.

"We also aim to provide more educational resources such as video lectures, workshops, and video conferencing for advice and feedback," Pickering said. "We hope to take our group to new heights with printed publications and, dare we say, at some point in the future, photo walks in hosted cities around the world where members can meet, learn from each other, and celebrate their shared passion for street photography."

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However, it's still a volunteer-run group, and they're limited by resources, especially funding. "We believe that our members are the lifeblood of our community, and we hope that they will support us on Patreon even from as little as $1.50 per month," Pickering said. "With their help, we can continue to build a thriving community of street photographers who inspire and challenge each other to grow and create."

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Vegetarian Festival Phuket, Thailand

Vegetarian Festival Phuket, Thailand

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Mark Mendenhall
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

label it right. That is a Chinese Taoist costume. They generally have nothing to do with vegetarism.

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A Street Folk Singer At His Performance, Golden Forte, Jaisalmir, Rajasthan 2015

A Street Folk Singer At His Performance, Golden Forte, Jaisalmir, Rajasthan 2015

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Street Photography

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Retired Fisherman

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Antwerpen

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Loverboy
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gorgeous. The image creates a sense of loneliness and mystery, bearing more aesthetic appeal than a sense of fear.

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Stairway To Heaven

Stairway To Heaven

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I'm.Just.A.Girl
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I do hope the stairway to Heaven isn't really going to be so long. Imagine, you first must climb 10 stories to see if you can even get in!!

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"Early Breakfast" -- New Orleans

"Early Breakfast" -- New Orleans

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Alta Acqua Bookshop, Venice, 2016

Alta Acqua Bookshop, Venice, 2016

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Luna Crow
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ooh, I love this! Worth clicking for the expanded list, why is it so far down?

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Why Is This Line Not Moving?

Why Is This Line Not Moving?

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Take me to dinner first
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where is that pic of the dog pulling a statue dog's tail??? A match made in heaven

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Soho, London 2021

Soho, London 2021

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Time Off For Spirituality: Mid-Town Manhattan NYC - 2023

Time Off For Spirituality: Mid-Town Manhattan NYC - 2023

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Morena Tomicic Zufic Report

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Notre Dame, Before The Fire

Notre Dame, Before The Fire

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Folkestone, Kent. 1974

Folkestone, Kent. 1974

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Tea For Two

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Athens,2008

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Venezia/Venice, Summer2022

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Take me to dinner first
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Are you the model friend or the one who always takes the best pics but get crappy ones when someone takes yours?

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Saint Paul’s Cathedral London Leica Q2

Saint Paul’s Cathedral London Leica Q2

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Kolkata. March 8th, 2023

Kolkata. March 8th, 2023

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An Anxious Child In The Street Of Lualaba Province Drc

An Anxious Child In The Street Of Lualaba Province Drc

The boy stayed amaze by foreigners like us in their village. He was very anxious that his mother wont see him along with us. He is eyeing his mother at a distant

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A Little Intentional Camera Movement Can Help Bring A Different Feel To Street Scenes

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Shanghai 2013

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Street Photography

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Drawing

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Street Photography

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Shoe Shine Boys, Ensenada, 1963

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29.10. 2009 Eflani

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Havana, Cuba

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Dc Metro

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Mother

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Street Fighter

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Auntriarch
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great, now I know in advance what my dreams will involve tonight

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Charlie Grindrod Report

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Por Aí

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Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da

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94% Gerard
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s so cool how you can clearly see the movement of everyone else but he’s just there playing for himself idk I just like it

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Street Photography

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Good Morning Street Lighting

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Play Tag

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Vegetarian Festival Phuket, Thailand

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Ron Lee Report

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'off The Perch'

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Street Photography

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The Milkman

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Street Photography

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Spiral Staircase In The Arc De Triomphe, Paris, France

Spiral Staircase In The Arc De Triomphe, Paris, France

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Children’s World

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Logroño

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OutspokenHBW
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As an American, these robes always make me a bit uneasy. I know what they really are and all, but the feeling pops up anyway.

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Lady

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Classic Car Boot Sale - London

Classic Car Boot Sale - London

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Luna Crow
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Car boot sale? Is that the equivalent of what we call garage sales in the US? Honest question, hadn't heard of this until now

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Ritorno

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Street Photography

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Streets Of...san Francisco

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Leon Diaz-Ronda

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Miss-Chief X 2

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Fatima

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Two Happy Po's (Sir's) In Manila Philippines

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Reflections

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Easter Sunday, Malta

Easter Sunday, Malta

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The Exuberance Of A Beautiful Spring Day In NYC

The Exuberance Of A Beautiful Spring Day In NYC

John Sicher Report

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The Purification Ritual Of A Pilgrim From Sins In The Holy River Narmada In Omkareshwar, India

The Purification Ritual Of A Pilgrim From Sins In The Holy River Narmada In Omkareshwar, India

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Tutti Al Mare!!!

Tutti Al Mare!!!

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Holy Friday '23. Palermo

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Fly With Moon ! Saigon Vietnam 5/4/2023

Fly With Moon ! Saigon Vietnam 5/4/2023

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Rush Hour

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St. Paul's / London

St. Paul's / London

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Somewhere In Dhaka, Bangladesh

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Double Up And Down

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Looking From A Store Into A Restaurant. NYC

Looking From A Store Into A Restaurant. NYC

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...drill Poem... Agadir, Marocco

...drill Poem... Agadir, Marocco

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Street

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Street Photography

Street Photography

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India

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Hawassa | Fish Market

Hawassa | Fish Market

Uwe Schröder Report

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Transition... Steps Up

Transition... Steps Up

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Street Photography

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Street Photography

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I’ve Come Across An Amish Girl In Krakow

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The Reminder. Hanoi,vietnam

The Reminder. Hanoi,vietnam

Võ Hoàng Report

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