Jogja Train Station

Bali 5.0 - Tulamben Sunrise

One morning in Tulamben I woke up around 4:45 to capture the sunrise. I prefer sunrises to sunsets because it is much more quiet and peaceful. I rarely see anyone out. At this particular location in northeast Bali I thought the sun was going to be obstructed by the curving peninsula or by the mountains. I shot some photos from the rocky beach as the sky transitioned from a dark blue to a light pink/purple. I captured some shots I liked and headed back to my room. It was already light out and I figured the sun already peaked out. As I headed up the trail I glanced at the ocean and saw the sun starting to peak out. I was right next to a small fence with a gate partially open. The end result is the bottom photograph which I love, but was not planned:-)

Bali 4.0

This is a 5 minute exposure over-looking rice fields. Notice the faint star trails

I am not sure what these things are but I think they are involved in some Hindu ritual/offering. They are often constructed over roads.

Little shops that sell various paintings dominate the streets of Ubud. Many painting styles/paintings are often copied and reproduced.

A Hindu offering. It's not directed at the skull:-)

Bali 2.0 - Motor bike lights

Through a monkey forest

Pick an ATM any ATM

Jembatan Merah is my home....

Jemabatan Merah means "red bridge". This is where I live. Ok, not exactly on the bridge but pretty close. When locals ask I simply tell them "Jembatan Merah". I pass this bridge daily. It is a weird 3 way intersection with no stop signs and I still, after 4 months, haven't figured out who actually has the right of way. People honk, not to be rude but to simply make fellow motorists aware. I figured I needed to shoot this for my blog. I really like the color coordination of the Indo flag, motor lights, and the red bridge.

Going to the barber shop - Obama

Last night I got my hair cut at a barber shop called Obama.  I've been there a few times to cut my hair and they are always nice and friendly towards me.  For 50 cents a hair cut you can't go wrong.  Last time I got a "Beckham" cut, which is a little mohawk.  This time I declined and just got a short buzz cut.  

A bridge near UKDW

Lens Update:  Yesterday I went to the camera shop and picked up my lens.  It was not broken or scratched.  PHEW!!!  All I needed to do was replace the cracked filter.  

From the yellow bridge...

I love shooting here in Indo.  I don't get any quizzical looks, which I am familiar with back in the States.  People seem more intrigued by my shooting more than anything else.  While shooting tonight a gentlemen came up to me and we chatted about photography.  He gave me tips on other bridges and interesting locations.  

Lets play some pool

Yogyakarta has amazing pool halls.  It's about 2 US dollars an hour for a table.  An employee will reset the balls after each game as well as retrieve any cue balls that scratch.

Tambal Ban

Along many streets there are these "Tambal Ban" stands that will repair/patch a flat tire.

The Fashionable Jilbab

In Indonesia, many Muslim women wear a jilbab, which is intended to cover part of their body.  Just like any other piece of clothing, fashion and color coordinating (which I know nothing about) are of interest to lots of Muslim women.  Women often have many jilbabs of various designs and colors to match their outfits.  My friend once saw one with skulls on it! I am impressed with the plethora of beautiful patterns I have seen so far.

 jilbabs are for youngsters too

I would like to thank Nurul Izze for letting me take photos in their store.