Santa Fe on Film

shot on kodak portra 400

a couple shares sprouts and cherries behind a train station.

a local artist kneads clay in her palms until it’s a bit warm and very moldable, barely flinching at my camera’s shutter.

the sun kisses hill-top houses just before dusk.

the owner poses with his accessories in front of his “knock off jewelry” store.

the smell of freshly harvested lavender tickles a customer’s nose immediately upon entering the shop.

early afternoon sun escapes textured curtains and greets acrylic flowers with light.

the town’s busiest street beckons for early morning tourists and locals.

my mother poses for a portrait at tune up cafe.

a grandfather steadies a hammock for the young boy while he catches his breath between jumping tricks.

golden hour hits the adobe like waves crashing on sandy shores, trees and flowers play puppet games on the wall.

my mother prepares her bag for a day of travel.

classical windows and balconies curtsy for tourists and locals, blushing with timeless beauty.