THE CITY SPEAKS SILENTLY

OLD-SCHOOL PRAGUE CITY LIFE

On any given day one can witness throngs of tourists stampeding over the cobbled city center, snapping picture after picture, of what many consider a living textbook of thousands of years of European architecture. But if you venture away from the tourist hordes you will find a beating pulse of sub division art – sprayed, brushed and splashed in celebration of personal expression.

Something which the older folk were denied by a stifling communist regime, but which the youth are taking to completely new levels. Known as the most liberal country in Europe, with its new drug laws, Prague explores the limits for self expression even more. And becomes more eroded than before. Artistically, Prague can only go from strength to strength.

I HEART YOU!

Just had to post these because hearts do follow me everywhere I go. The heart is really a timeless image and one I love. This one is just down my road - on my way to work - in the quaint city of Karlsruhe. Beautifuuul.

KOREAN ANIME THAT MY STUDENT MADE ME

A poster a friend designed (of) for me. The cartoon-comic-book style is very popular at the moment. These type of drawings are called Manhwa.

BEER CANS IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC

Unlike my home country, there are no alcohol laws in Czech Republic. It has created a relaxed and open attitude towards drinking in public spaces. You can drink everywhere: on the sidewalks, in the park and even in the subway.

GOLDEN BOY IN EUROPE'S GOLDEN CITY

My impressions of the golden city was both grimier and grander than I imagined it. The city is littered with graffiti: drawings on walls, scrawls on doors, cars, nightclubs and church walls. The beautiful houses are clad in gold and falling apart. Communism ended here about 20 years ago and the people of Prague seem to have a lot to express.

GRAFFITI IN SEOUL

STREET FASHION IN SEOUL

Dusk is the best time to be in Hongdae. Around this time, the clothing and accessoires stalls are being set up. The lights are switched on and lanterns are hung. We drank black ice coffees at the corner cafe, as crowds walked past.

First dates.
Fashionistas.
Window shoppers.
Wonder Girl imitators.

It's the end of spring and the new summer wardrobe had to make its first appearance. Even the men make an effort. Here are some of my best Korean shots of the coolest people on the streets.

BEST SHOPPING DESTINATION IN SEOUL

The best place to shop in Seoul is Hongdae market. At night or during the day, it is always a buzz with activity. The cutest accessories such as little key/heart/ bird pendants can be found here. Shoes come in all shapes and styles. Most clothes from China. Hats and caps. Rings and bracelets. Korean fashion is cheap, cheap, cheap!

IT'S A BOYS' NIGHT OUT (WELL KINDA)

Seoul at night is a magical creature.

The metropolis is abuzz with lights, music and beats. 

The smog and ugliness of the day are erased. 

Streets are lined with fashion stalls, nightclubs, restaurants and pubs. 

Suddenly, everyone is awake.

Fashion and party frolickers trawl the streets always on the search for the newest amusement. 

There is a subculture for everyone here: one nightclub specialises in imported Belgium beer, another in loud hip-hop and yet another, offers the original Korean experience: meat and “soju”.

Most themed bars and nightclubs, in the suburb Hong-dae, are small and cramped at night. Hundreds line the network of streets. It is an unforgettable and magical experience.