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Antigua, Guatemala

You know a place is good for street photography when you’re already taking pictures in your mind as you drive through it in a car. That’s exactly what happened as my wife Laura and I were driven by our friend Kate through the cobbled and stunningly coloured streets of Antigua in Guatemala. I couldn’t wait to get my camera out and start snapping. It took some time to get into my stride, having not been out on the streets with my camera for a while, but by the time Laura and Kate suggested going off by themselves for a bit, I was ready to hit my sweet spot — a little bit of welcome introvert time whilst walking, camera in hand, in such a captivating and intriguing place. Each street felt ripe with possibility, as locals in traditional dress walked along strikingly coloured, sun-kissed streets. I was in my happy place — just as I was when we returned to Antigua over the next couple of days. Here’s a selection of snaps, all taken with the Fujifilm X-T5 and 56mm focal lens…

You can check out my photos from Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, here.

Tottenham win the Europa League!

Finally! After 17 very, very, very long years, Tottenham Hotspur have won a trophy. It even feels surreal to write that. I must confess to shedding a few tears last Wednesday as nerves gave way to relief and elation when the final whistle blew on what, let’s be honest, was a terrible game of football between Spurs and Man Utd. But for long-suffering Spurs fans, it was a glorious match and moment, the glow of which we’ll bask in for some time yet. Whilst I couldn’t go to the game, I was determined to get along to the parade two days later. I headed straight to White Hart Lane, where thousands had already gathered, despite the bus not passing for another two hours. Overwhelmed by the sheer numbers, I decided to walk along the parade route to where it would begin, in Edmonton Green. The crowds thinned before picking up again as I approached the start. Thankfully, I arrived and got a good vantage point just as the players took to the bus at around 5.10pm. Given that the bus wasn’t scheduled to set off until 5.30pm, it meant the crowds beneath got a good 20 minutes watching the players as they nestled in for the parade — trophy, hugs, drink and so much all included! I took along my Fujifilm xT5 with the 50mm lens and grabbed some photos — photos I’ll treasure for many years to come.

New York City

If there is one place I have long loved to visit for a spot of street and urban photography, it’s New York City. The tantalising mix of skyscrapers, iconic transportation systems, fascinating characters and breathtaking pace of life has made it the go-to place for street photographers for decades; in fact, it could be argued that the genre was born there. And so when I discovered I had been successful in the ballot for the city’s half marathon in March 2024, it wasn’t just the run (and food!) that I was excited about. My wife and I stayed for a week, and whilst I can only dream of having the eyes and expertise of the likes of Joel Meyerowitz, Garry Winogrand and Melissa O’Shaughnessy, I enjoyed the challenge of shooting in their footsteps. Here’s a selection of what I took, all with the Fujifilm x100f…

I’m now on Etsy! Prints of some of my photos are now for sale. Head to my shop to explore what’s on offer. If a photo you like is not in the size or material you like, or there’s another photo of mine that you’d like a print of, let me know!

I'm at The London Photo Show!

For the first time ever, my photos are being featured in an exhibition! I am part of the Urban Photography Club, and a few of us signed up for space to share our photos at The London Photo Show, running between 8 and 12 November. It’s a real thrill to showcase some of my work alongside other incredible photographers. It’s certainly given me the bug do it more! The photos featured are below, and prints of all of them are available to buy on my Etsy shop. If you like any of the photos, but would like it in a different size or material, please contact me directly via the shop or by email (timbechervaise@hotmail.com) for a bespoke order. And if there are any other of my photos, either on my website or Instagram feed that you like, do get in touch! Thanks for your support.

Edinburgh

A flying visit to see my brother in Edinburgh offered another opportunity to take a few shots on its beautiful, iconic streets. The weather happened to marvellous, too, making the process even more enjoyable…

I’m now on Etsy! Prints of some of my photos are now for sale. Head to my shop to explore what’s on offer. If a photo you like is not in the size or material you like, or there’s another photo of mine that you’d like a print of, let me know!

Marrakech

Marrakech truly is an assault on the senses. At every turn, there is much to take in, from the pastel draped buildings to the potent smell of spices – not to mention the marauding motorbikes, even in the tightest of alleyways! It was fun to spend a few days there with friends, and all with my Fujifilm x100f in toe. Here are a small selection of snaps…

Venice

I hadn’t anticipated on a visit to Venice this year, but when Brian from StreetSnappers (the street photography group I am a member of) sent an email saying he had two spots left on a workshop he was leading there, I took little convincing. It’s a city that has long intrigued me. How much water is there? Does everyone have a boat? Do they have any cars there? Do people wear those masks all the time? Well, it turns out that you can’t move for water, most people have very each access to a boat, there are no cars (or bikes) on the main island, and the masks are mostly used during a two-week festival in February. Alongside all that, Venice is a beautiful city, full of surprises at every turn, making it a dream for a street photographer. I also visited two nearby islands, Morano and Burano, the latter especially fun because of its colourful array of houses. All in all, I had a lovely time. Here are a selection of shots, taken with my Fujifilm x100f…

Will and Lauren's wedding

If you’re a wedding photographer and we ever happen to meet, be warned: I like to ask questions. Actually, I’m like that with most people I meet — I’m a naturally inquisitive person (again, be warned) — but with wedding photographers, my curiosity ratchets up a notch. How many photos do you take on a typical shoot? How many cameras do you use? What’s the editing process like? Is it scary asking people to stop nattering and get in position for the group shots?

For many years, I never thought to give wedding photography a go. Aside from having to be really, really, really good at it, there’s also the pressure of being responsible for what will be a couple’s most treasured collection of photographs. I’m not sure I can successfully handle that level of responsibility.

But over the last year or so, I’ve looked at candid shots from weddings (not the official, picture-perfect ones, more the off-the-cuff ones as people dine, dance and discuss) and wondered whether it’s an area I could explore. So when my friend Will invited me to his wedding last year, I took along my Fujifilm x100f for the ride. The results are below. I’d love to do more candid wedding photography in the future — perhaps even in a more official capacity — but, for now and where possible, I’m enjoying getting the camera out with minimal expectation except to learn and have fun.

As for the wedding itself, it was in July having originally been scheduled for May. Covid restrictions kept putting it back. Sadly, the wedding guest list had to be trimmed down (maximum of 30) for the ceremony which I went to, and only close family could then go on to the reception. But it was a truly special occasion and one I was honoured to attend. I only met Will in 2013 but he has grown to become a very dear friend. I was thrilled to see him so happy as he and the lovely Lauren exchanged vows and committed their lives to each other.