Card Game Camaraderie This candid black and white photograph captures the intense focus and quiet camaraderie of a group of men engaged in a card game. The monochrome treatment emphasizes the expressions and gestures of the players, their concentration evident in every line and shadow. Each face tells its own story, while the composition as a whole speaks to the universal language of games and friendship.
Ortuka Street Scene: Daily Life in Northern Uganda This black and white photograph captures a moment of daily life on a street in Ortuka, Northern Uganda. People walk and cycle along the road, passing by local businesses, including the Ortuka Pharmacy. The image offers a glimpse into the urban landscape of a smaller Ugandan town, showing the mix of traditional and modern elements.
Parisian Pondering: Elderly Couple in Doorway This captivating black and white street photograph encapsulates a quiet moment of Parisian life. An elderly couple stands in the shadowed entrance of a shop, seemingly caught in a moment of contemplation. The woman, with a gentle gaze and a scarf draped elegantly around her shoulders, exudes a timeless grace.
Bunyonyi Tea Trade: Market Day Bustle This compelling black and white photograph plunges the viewer into the heart of a vibrant tea market on the shores of picturesque Lake Bunyonyi in Uganda. The image is teeming with life as a multitude of people engage in the lively trade of tea, a vital commodity in this region.
Vatican Passage: Priest in Colonnade Light This evocative photograph captures a moment of quiet contemplation within the architectural majesty of Vatican City. An elderly priest, the central figure, is depicted walking along the iconic colonnade of St. Peter's Basilica. The warm, golden light of late afternoon or early morning bathes the scene, casting dramatic shadows from the towering columns that frame the priest's solitary figure.
Northern Uganda Refugee Settlement: Street Scene This black and white photograph captures a scene of daily life in a refugee settlement in Northern Uganda. People walk and cycle along a dusty, unpaved road, passing by simple structures that serve as homes and shops. The image conveys a sense of resilience and the enduring human spirit amidst challenging circumstances.
Under the Eiffel: Parisian Perspective This black and white photograph captures the iconic Eiffel Tower from a striking low-angle perspective. A lone pedestrian walks in the foreground, providing a sense of scale against the towering structure. The intricate lattice work of the tower is emphasized by the monochrome palette.
Tailors at Work A black and white photograph by Teus Renes, taken June 23, 2012, capturing a scene of local industry. Three individuals are focused on their work at sewing machines arranged in an open-air setting, likely a market stall or outdoor workshop. The image documents the skill and concentration involved in their craft, offering a view into daily commerce and workmanship.
Street Tailor by the Poster Wall A striking black and white portrait by Teus Renes, taken June 30, 2012, in Uganda. A man pauses from his work at an outdoor treadle sewing machine, looking directly at the viewer. He is set against a heavily textured wall covered with layers of torn posters, many appearing to be political campaign notices, adding a layer of social context to this image of daily work and craftsmanship.
Cycling Past, North Uganda A black and white street scene captured by Teus Renes in Northern Uganda on July 6, 2012. A person rides a bicycle along a road, passing a weathered, single-story building showing signs of neglect or damage. The image portrays a slice of daily life against a backdrop that perhaps hints at the region's challenging history or economic conditions.
Approach to St. Peter's Basilica A striking monochrome photograph by Teus Renes from October 11, 2018, capturing the grand approach to St. Peter's Basilica along the Via della Conciliazione in Vatican City. Framed by imposing buildings, the view leads the eye down the wide cobblestone street, bustling with pedestrians, towards the magnificent basilica and its iconic dome.