On His Shoulders

A girl enjoys a commanding view of La Rambla on her father’s shoulders.

Spring Leaves

La Rambla is a tree-lined pedestrian boulevard teeming with street performers, tourists and locals. High above, separate from the frenzy on the promenade, fresh spring leaves provide a calm and gorgeous canopy that is a sight for sore eyes.

Distant Skies

My first “proper” Spanish sunset, with Mount Tibidabo in the background. I say “proper” because of the longer days in April and May. I trotted my tripod halfway around the globe, only to discover that the sun didn’t set until well after 8pm. After the first few days, the tripod stayed permanently in the hotel. …

They Watch…

Chimney towers, which also double as espanta bruixes (witch scarers), watch over two tourists lounging on the rooftop of Casa Milà.