| Kpeve |
I found myself in awe of the magical scene unfolding before me. As the sun began to rise over the nearby hill ranges, a tranquil sereneness enveloped the surroundings. The Volta Lake lay before me, calm waters mirroring the breathtaking palette of colors painted across the sky. The only sound disrupting the peaceful symphony was the gentle hum of the outboard motor propelling our traveling canoe through the glass-like surface of the lake. With each click of my camera, I tried to capture the essence of this serene moment, where nature's canvas and the water's mirror merged to create an ethereal masterpiece.
In the early morning light, a lone fisherman glided on his small canoe across the calm waters. A silhouette against the stunning canvas of the morning sky, and the lush green landscape behind him. Around the small island we stood on, he checked the fishing net he set the night before. His weathered hands fetched out the water from the bottom of his canoe, then untangled the catch with practiced ease.
Time seemed to slow down as I captured this intimate moment through my lens. The fisherman's connection with nature was evident, as if he shared an unspoken bond with the tranquil waters that sustained him and his community, a bond that had been strengthened for generations on this serene stretch of the Volta Lake.
The morning sky - now brightly lit by the long risen sun - and its rich blue reflection in the water, added to the enchantment of the moment. It was a simple yet beautiful sight, a reminder of the harmonious dance between man and nature on the peaceful shores of the Volta Lake.
a half-day in
| Sekondi |
An afternoon location-scouting with Joe Wackle, Kwame Black and Guy Odartey (one of two other visually creative Odarteys) in the twin-city of Sekondi, one half of the capital of the Western Region.
I was instantly smitten by its delightful character. The city's decades-old architecture - some over a hundred years old - adorned with charming details, seemed to wink at me through weathered facades. But what truly stole the show was the explosion of vibrant colors that adorned every nook and cranny; building elements and kiosks, privately owned pickups and publicly accessible buses we call trotros, fishing boats at the harbour and bowls the porters use to carry off their winnings out at sea! From cheerful building exteriors to the locals' lively fabrics, it was a color carnival.
And oh, the seaside vibe was so infectious! Time seemed to have its own rhythm here, slow and leisurely like the gentle waves caressing the shore. The city's laid-back atmosphere welcomed everyone to take a breather and soak in the relaxed pace of life. As I roamed the streets and market alleyways, camera in hand, I couldn't help but fall in love with Sekondi and its picture-perfect moments waiting to be captured.
