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Life Signs in Streets

Huilloc: A Journey Back in Time

São Paolo in Color

Finding Purpose in Street Photography

Street Shooters of February 2023

Brilli

Huilloc: A Journey Back in Time

Cary Silverman

This past November I was able to fulfill an item on my bucket list, travel to Peru. I was able to spend a week in this wonderful country; sample its food, meet its people, see its many sights, hike the Inca trail, and experience Machu Picchu up close.

I have been an avid photographer for years, and decided to document my journey using my new Leica Q2 Monochrom. I am in the process of creating a photobook that documents all of this, 50 Shades of Peru.

On the second day of our trip, we traveled to the remote Quechuan town of Huilloc. Huilloc is located outside of Cusco, at the northern end of the Sacred Valley. It is a small Quechuan weaving community, truly off the beaten path.

Sharing a Snack

Traveling to Huilloc is like taking a trip back in time. Its people continue the traditions and customs of their ancestors. Ancient Andean traditions are evident in the weaving, dance, meals and customs which are in full display.

The Weaver
Three Wise Men

We were able to witness a community dance, and at the end of our visit, a display of their weaving. If you liked something, you held it up and whoever made it approached you and gave you a fair price. No haggling, deal done. It was truly an experience I will never forget.

Quechuan Toddler
Folk Dancing

Unfortunately, photos such as these may be difficult to obtain in the foreseeable future. On our first day in Cusco we witnessed peaceful demonstrations against the Castillo regime. He has since been removed from office after trying to disband Peru’s congress. Castillo was a leftist from a poor rural farming community. Many of his supporters are also from poor, rural areas. According to the New Youk Times, they feel excluded from the political process, marginalized, and taken advantage of by Peru’s tourist industry.

The Protestor

Upon Castillo’s removal from office, these people have begun to protest in an effort to shut down the country. Protests have since turned violent, buildings burned, airports closed, and people killed. Machu Picchu is now closed to tourists until further notice.

Looking back on my pictures, and remembering the wonderful times I had, the people I met, and the experiences I enjoyed, I am saddened at the current situation and pray for a quick peaceful resolution for all the people of Peru.

Quechuan Girl

Cary Silverman

I live with my wife, Melissa, in northern New Jersey in a small suburb of New York City. My day job is as an ophthalmologist where I specialize in LASIK and cataract surgery. I enjoy time with my family, traveling, biking, working out, and taking pictures. I have been a photographer for well over 50 years and enjoy street photography, street portraits, travel photography, landscapes, and taking pictures of my grandchildren. I currently shoot with the Leica Q2 Monochrom and Sony A7r IV.

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Articles
February 2023

Life Signs in Streets

Hassan Thabet explores the hidden world of signs and symbols on the street.

Huilloc: A Journey Back in Time

Cary Silverman shares photos of a peaceful Peru, taken just months before the country became embroiled in civil unrest.

São Paolo in Color

Rafa Rojas documents pockets of art and color in a sometimes grey city.

Finding Purpose in Street Photography

Amy Touchette opens up about how street photography changed her life.

Street Shooters of February 2023

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Brilli

Martin Agius documents an old-fashioned outdoor game that's only played in one small town.

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