Back to Cuba

 This will be our third trip to Cuba.  I didn't think I would like it as much as I have.  There's real poverty here, but the people are warm and friendly for the most part and happy to be photographed.

The first week we will be in a workshop with Joe McNally photographing dance in Havana.  The Cubans have a history of ballet and also a more native form of dancing.  Joe is so good with models and particularly good with dancers so  we're looking forward to an exciting week.

Week two will be with Ira Block exploring the eastern side of the island.  We'll get to meet interesting people outside of Havana.  The photography should be great.

Getting between the two workshops will involve a driver for a twelve hour trip on not terrific roads and a driver that probably doesn't speak English.  Should be an interesting drive.

I'm looking forward to sharing this adventure with you and hope you enjoy it too.

Next: Havana

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