An attempt to see how much of the world can fit through a camera lens.
The deserts of the American west have been an cultural symbol for pioneer spirit, exploration and adventure. Its geological formations are equal in splendor to those of Utah. And thanks to a bunch of film makers, it has become the backdrop of decades of “Western Films” that fill the memories with red dusty landscapes. Come take a gander with me! https://leapingaroundtheworld.wordpress.com/arizona-united-states/
Since I was a child, I remember seeing Chinese wood carvings and calligraphic ink paintings of a place half way around the world where the mountains jut up out of the river bed of the Li River. Once I was a passport-worthy global citizen, I sought it out and discovered for myself why this region has beguiled millions of artists through the centuries. https://leapingaroundtheworld.wordpress.com/yangshuo-china/
Explore the canals of one of Europe’s medieval trading hubs. Belgium is an amazing experience for beer lovers and architecture fans. Come along for a sneak preview: https://leapingaroundtheworld.wordpress.com/belgium/
Explore the jungles of Thai hill country by elephant. Visit the ruins of the old kingdom of Siam or see Muay Thai kick-boxing in the bustling modern city of Bangkok. https://leapingaroundtheworld.wordpress.com/thailand/
One of my favorite drumming styles is the “Sabar Wolof” style from Senegal. After studying the technique, I went to Senegal to listen to some of the contemporary masters at the International Festival of Folklore and Percussion at Louga, Senegal. (Fesfop.org) I met one of my lifelong heroes and discovered the beautiful coast of Senegal and Casamance. https://leapingaroundtheworld.wordpress.com/senegal
Travel to the lowest point on the surface of the Earth and feel the rich air caused by the air pressure weighing down upon you. Feel the waters of the Dead Sea reject you as you try to swim in it. Ponder then why so many mystics sought this place out over the centuries. https://leapingaroundtheworld.wordpress.com/the-dead-sea
For thousands of years the town of Jerusalem has been a place of pilgrimage due to its historical significance to several world religions. Many of the original structures of the town are still in place giving the visitor a sense that one is descending through the ages as you stroll its avenues. https://leapingaroundtheworld.wordpress.com/israel-jerusalem
