Copyright – Marco Urso
Why we liked it: Marco captured a quiet moment during the Holi festival, an original idea that nonetheless conveys the energy of the festivities.
Marco, can you tell us your story?
After managing for almost thirty years a multinational tour operator, I have recently changed life and job and can devote more time to my passion of ever: Photography. I have an analogue background and switched almost completely to digital over five years ago. I prefer travel and wildlife photography, trying in both fields to get the inner feelings of the subjects. You can check my website for more.
What about your photograph?
This picture was taken in Mathura, during the Holi festival, last year, at the beginning of March. The spot was so crowded with an unbelievable atmosphere. I was in the middle of the action for a while and got all colored with powder and liquid colors, both my body and my camera. I was recovering from the crowd sitting on the stairs and noticed in front of me these six characters who were resting as well and looking in different direction and somehow chromatically matched the wall. I shot.
Do you travel a lot?
I normally travel to India , Kenya, Tanzania, Costa Rica and Alaska. This year I managed to travel to the Arctic as well. I have been to India three times so far, but I will travel again there in February for the Khumba Mela and in March for the Holi festival both in Mathura and in the Rajasthan.
What is your opinion of India?
Photographically speaking India is a paradise, every corner can give inspirations. People are great, smiling , open and their faces have dignity and charm. I do try to catch this spirit.
What is your long term goal with photography?
I would like to give myself self assignments so I can write a story with my pictures. I have already published a couple of articles on specific subjects and wish to do more in the next future.
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