Experimenting Photography

When I went with my sister to the theatre festival, I also had the chance to experiment new photography techniques, and getting to shoot pictures that looked somehow different than usual.

Although I must say this was a sort of difficult task for an unexperienced photographer like me, I managed to shoot three pictures I love. What I like about them is that they almost look like watercolours, so it's hard to tell if they really are pictures or if they are actually paintings. What do you think?

Love,

Photography: Laura Beltran-Rubio

Theatre Festival

I usually moan about how the cultural scene in Bogota is so small and useless. But I must be honest and admit it's actually quite good––although you have to really engage and search for the events that are taking place all over the city––and it's been improving lately.

One of the things I believe has contributed the most to the development of a cultural atmosphere in the city is the Theatre Festival, which occurs every two years. This time, it took place during the past two weeks, and I loved going around the streets with my lovely sister to see some of the shows.

Love,

A Weekend Retreat To The Countryside

With my undergraduate thesis due in three weeks, grad school coming soon, and my new job, life has been far from easy lately. That's why I decided to run away from the city last weekend, and enjoy a couple of days in the countryside.

It was amazing because the weather was warm and sunny, which even allowed me to start tanning my body. I also ate a lot, although nothing really stylish. Just some traditional family dishes that will always remind me of my childhood. But, what's most important, is that I had the chance to rest and to get in contact with nature. I got to do some yoga while hearing the birds sing in the morning, and run in front of a ton of calm water. I heard nature while reading every night before going to bed, and I saw the best sunsets so far this year!

Happy Monday!


Photography: Laura Beltran-Rubio