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Day Dreaming

We're back from 2 weeks in Chiang Mai. I have edits to work on from that trip and local shoots here in Penang but I'm finding that my mind is drifting back to Turkey. I'm thinking cool breezes (it's in the 90's f here) while riding the ferries taking in the spectacular views of Istanbul while drinking a cup of tea (how civilized is that).

Here is a piece I did back in June, 2010 while attending the Foundry Photojournalism Workshop. It remains a work in progess but what the heck. Put on some headphones and take a 4 minute holiday.

On the Move

Off to Thailand for assignments in Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai and Bangkok. Returning to Penang November 27.

Chiang Mai for the New York Times

Back in March I was contacted by the New York Times to photograph a 'food driven' story in Chiang Mai. Not entirely new territory. I've been spending a fair amount of time in Chiang Mai this year with a heavy focus on food. The assignment got elevated a notch when I found out that I would be following along with author J.J. Goode, Pok Pok owner / chef Andy Ricker around a few of the places that inspired him. The article is on line here with a bonus audio slide show here.

All in all, big fun and good eats, and I knew Andy was a cool guy when he said that Chiang Mai's Myung Mai market was his favorite in S.E. Asia. I can relate to that.