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The girl and the Turntable

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Ivonne Laura Poly Paty "The body always seems impressive and beautiful to me, but in its female version, it appears even more like a connection to my own duality. I think my masculine and feminine sides are more present.  I started taking life drawing classes when I entered the academy at the age of twenty. Since then, I have been fascinated by the human body, with a preference for the female form. Being an audiophile juror, I am the custodian of a discreet collection of vinyl music that is constantly growing.  At some point, I will make a post about how much audio and music have to do with my life and artistic work.  My appreciation for high-resolution audio comes from a very early age, perhaps from the age of 6 when I visited my aunt and uncle constantly on my mother's side.  My babysitters were the turntable, speakers, and a gigantic collection of rock music; The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin... Many more... It's not really music from

Tlacolula, Oaxaca.

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Tlacolula is a small village in Oaxaca, near the archaeological site of Mitla in Mexico, and is home to one of the country's most famous markets, offering spices, liquors, textiles, and food. During weekends, a visit to this beautiful Oaxacan market is a must. At the entrance of this delightful place, a meeting between these beautiful ladies took place, seemingly welcoming you to the market. The conversation was equally delightful. On a sunny afternoon, their traditional dresses blended with the colors of fruits and the beauty of the surroundings. The smiling women guided me to the best stall for savory chapulines (crickets). With mezcal and regional food, you'll think twice before leaving the place. Tlacolula is a small village in Mexico that hosts one of the country's largest stands of exotic spices and food. I enjoy engaging in meaningful conversations with people I meet, and this time, these wonderful and beautiful women shared a moment with me, offering guidance on t

The Coast Guy 2015

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The Coast Guy 2015 Tuxpan, Veracruz. First day of 2015 After visiting El Tajín, I stayed on the coast of Tuxpan and met this friendly fruit vendor with his extraordinary motorcycle. After striking up a conversation, his bike got stuck, and with the help of the locals and me, we managed to get it running again. It was a lovely start to the year. The beach, as always, is one of the best settings for reflection...