Ten Days In Madeira - André Martinez- Reed (click to view Images)

The Corona Series - Parts I - II

Morning Photo Adventure: Finding Sanity Amid Crisis (April 21, 2020)

Today, I decided to step outside and capture some photos. In these challenging times, it’s important for all of us to find ways to maintain our sanity.

The Great Awakening
A Cloak Of Disguises
Ghosts Are Everywhere!
While Millions Suffer And Scramble
World Wide
No Where To Hide!
Peace On Earth
When?

Black and white landscape of a grassy shore with a sign indicating a closed area, trees, and wooden posts in the water. Cloudy sky overhead.

Person in black coat walking on a deserted path near barren trees, with overcast sky.

Black and white image of a playground with a hill, ropes, and poles. A climbing structure is visible to the left and a bench in the foreground. Sparse vegetation and a clear sky in the background.

Narrow dirt path through field of sparse grasses and shrubs, black and white photo

Sandy beach leading to calm sea with wooden posts in the water, under cloudy sky.

Waves hitting the shoreline with wooden posts in the ocean under a cloudy sky.

Black and white photograph of several wooden posts emerging from the water, with a bird perched on one of the posts.

Playground with climbing net, swings, and climbing structure on a cloudy day.

Bare tree with vining branches and cloudy sky backdrop

Sunny beach with gentle waves and footprints in the sand

Black and white image of a tilting sailboat in the water with a shoreline in the background.

Black and white landscape with dry grass and barren trees under a cloudy sky.

A single pine tree growing at an angle on a grassy area, with a few bushes in the background, in black and white.

Conifer tree in a grassy field with a clear sky.

Person wearing a mask and cap standing in front of a shop with metal grates.

Black and white photo shows a street scene with several pedestrians walking past a shop with "Physical Therapy" signage. The storefront has a closed rolling shutter. A tree is in the foreground on the left. Some people are wearing face masks and carrying bags, while a person pushes a stroller.

Black and white photo of a sign in a park saying 'Keep This Far Apart' with arrows, surrounded by trees, cars, and benches.

A group of people, including adults and children, are walking in an outdoor park area with visible trees and a playground in the background. One person is pushing a stroller, and others are strolling or standing. The scene is captured in black and white.

Black and white image of a closed playground with a slide and climbing structure, surrounded by a fence with a "Playground Closed" sign.

Black and white photograph of an empty playground with swings and surrounding trees, enclosed by a metal fence.

Black and white photo of a brick public school building with gated entrance.

Urban street with bike lane, sidewalk, and pedestrians, winter trees, utility poles, and buildings in the background, black and white.

Black and white landscape with tall grass and swirling clouds.

André Martinez-Reed - Photography - The Corona Series

Black and white photo of a person wearing a face mask and gloves outdoors.

Black and white photo of a park bench behind a chain-link fence

A wooden star with "Stay strong, there is always hope" written on it, attached to an iron fence, with a brick building and trees in the background.

Silhouette of a bare tree and a building with a spire against a dramatic cloudy sky in black and white.

American flag at half-mast on a flagpole with a fence and trees in the background, monochrome tone.

Formation of birds flying against a gray sky.

Red flag on a sandy beach with ocean background and people in the distance.

Two women outdoors, one standing on a path, wearing a jacket and reading something, while another walks in the background.

A grayscale view of a suspension bridge over a body of water, with distant buildings and a shoreline visible in the background.

Sepia-toned image of a wooden post in the ocean with waves, and a rocky foreground.

Tire tracks and footprints on sandy path

Sepia-toned image of a concrete dock leading to the ocean, with two wooden pylons on either side in the water.

Black and white image with bright light and lens flare, sunburst effect, dark shadows, and geometric shapes.

Black and white image of a person walking on a path near a grass-covered hill under a clear sky.

Shadow of a person taking a photo on a cracked concrete pier by a body of water

Black and white photo of a park with trees and grass

Monochrome image of a muddy coastline with water and distant horizon, featuring wooden posts emerging from the sand.

Black and white photo of weathered wooden posts standing in a row on a sandy beach, with the ocean and cloudy sky in the background.

Black and white photo of an abandoned pier with wooden posts extending into a rocky shoreline, under a partly cloudy sky.

Black and white image of a sandy beach with scattered rocks, open shoreline, and calm sea. The sky is partially cloudy, and the horizon is visible in the distance.

Black and white photo of a beach with rocks, pieces of concrete, and wooden posts.

Black and white image of a large tire partially buried in a sandy beach with a bluff in the background.

Black and white photo of driftwood on a sandy beach near an eroded bank.

Driftwood on a sandy beach with scattered debris, seagrass, and a distant figure.

Rectangular stone frame on sandy beach with shadow of a person taking a photo.

Black and white photo of a solitary tree in an open field, with a person on the right side partially visible.

Person wearing a leopard print cap with cat ears, holding binoculars, sitting in a chair outdoors, black and white photo.

A black and white bird flying in front of bare trees against a cloudy sky.

As Some Take Heed To The Reality Of Things
In The Present!
Others Feel The Restraint
Like Wild Horses In A Stable
Longing To Run Free!
Have They Let Thier Guards Down
Too Soon
Where Is Wildfire?

André Martinez Reed©5/4/2020

Person wearing a coat on a path beside a grassy field with leafless trees under a cloudy sky in black and white.

A person wearing a coat and scarf stands in front of a small wooden building with two large black chimneys in an open grassy area.

Black and white image of a playground with a hill, climbing structure, and pathway fenced with ropes and posts.

Playground with climbing structure, swing, and slides

Barren tree with intertwined vines, under a partly cloudy sky in a dry landscape, black and white photograph.

Infrared photograph of a sailboat tilting in a water body near a shoreline with trees and a dock in the background.

Black and white photograph of a grassy meadow with sparse, leafless trees and a cloudy sky.

Windswept tree standing alone in a barren landscape, with sparse foliage and a tilted trunk.

Urban street scene with a bike lane and sidewalk, people walking, and power lines

Child wearing helmet rides kick scooter on path near chain-link fence and empty baseball field; grayscale photo.

Black and white photo of tall grass field with a swirling cloud in the sky.

Person wearing a face mask and gloves outdoors, black and white photo.

Black and white photo of a leafless tree with a church steeple in the background against a cloudy sky.

Person in jacket and mask holding a drink, standing on a paved area with grassy dunes and another person walking in the background.

Silhouette of a person walking outdoors on an empty road with clear sky.

A vintage-style view of a suspension bridge over a large body of water, with a mostly clear sky and distant city skyline.

Black and white photo of a weathered concrete surface with a shadow of a person taking a picture, positioned in front of water.

Person sitting on a lawn chair outdoors holding a child; both wearing hats and the adult is wearing sunglasses.

Person sitting outdoors, looking through a camera with a telephoto lens. Wearing a leopard print cap, striped jacket, and gloves. Black and white image.

Dramatic sky with dark clouds and silhouettes of tree branches, monochrome effect.

Inverted black and white image of a bird perched on a tree branch with intertwined bare branches against a dark background.

Black and white photo of wooden posts in water along a shoreline, with waves and sand.

Black and white photo of a leafless tree in a grassy field with a cloudy sky.

Closed playground with sign about safety measures during COVID-19, featuring slide and climbing structures, fenced off with trees in the background.

Black and white photo of an empty playground with swings and play equipment, surrounded by bare trees and a metal fence.

Black and white photo of a metal bench behind a chain-link fence, with grass growing underneath.

A chain-link fence covered in dense, dry twigs with a sign saying 'Keep This Far Apart.'

Sidewalk and bike lane with pedestrians, bare trees, streetlights, and power lines in a city setting.

Black and white photo of a public school building with brick walls, entrance door, security gate, and metal fencing.

Black and white photograph of a dense thicket featuring tall grasses, thin tree trunks, and sparse foliage under a clear sky.

Black and white image of two people sitting in outdoor chairs, hugging, surrounded by lush grass, a dog nearby, and a folded chair on the lawn.

Sepia-toned sky with clouds and partial moon

Black and white photo of cloudy sky with visible half-moon and silhouette of tree tops.

Black and white texture with abstract patterns and a small round object.

Black and white photo of a grassy field with scattered trees and bushes in the background, creating a natural landscape scene.

Seagull flying in a clear blue sky with subtle clouds and tree branches visible at the bottom left corner.

Black and white city street view with buildings, power lines, and a sign for hot bagels against a cloudy sky.

Black and white photo of a tricycle with a basket parked on a sidewalk in an urban setting.

Black and white photo of a row of Citi Bikes parked on a city street with buildings and a Barnes & Noble store in the background.

Front view of a Gothic-style church with ornate stone architecture and arched doorways, framed by tree branches.

Black and white photo of a city street with parked cars, trees lining the sidewalk, buildings on both sides, and a pedestrian crossing with a 'STOP' sign on the road.

Sign on pavement with text "KEEP THIS FAR APART" and directional arrows, surrounded by shadows and trees.

Black and white photo of a storefront with a "Store for Rent" sign in the window. The lower part of the building has signage for "Variety Mart" with sections labeled "Gifts Paints" and "Hardware Houseware."

Black and white photo of a reflective window, showing a street scene and interior items like mugs and signs related to a cat cafe.

Black and white image of a traditional barber pole outside a barbershop with a glass door, featuring spiral red, white, and blue stripes, and a globe light on top.

Black and white reflection in a shop window showing street with cars, bicycles, and a person taking a photo.

Black and white photograph of a city skyline with tall skyscrapers and cloudy sky.

Black and white photo of a child on a scooter near a gated park entrance with trees and playground equipment visible in the background.

Black and white photo of urban skyline with a high-rise building on the left and cranes at a dock or industrial site in the background. The horizon line shows land with some vegetation under a clear sky.

Black and white photo of boats in a harbor, with a docked passenger vessel and a motorboat on the water. Background includes a distant shoreline and buildings.

Black and white image of a concrete pier extending into a body of water, with trees and bushes in the foreground and buildings in the background. Several people are walking along the pier.

Black and white photo of a city skyline with clouds above and a person wearing a face mask in the foreground.

Historic building labeled Brooklyn Trust Company with Chase Bank entrance

Historic bank building with classical architecture, featuring columns and a decorative pediment, among tall urban buildings.

Facade of a building with a "Chipotle" restaurant sign, featuring decorative architecture, black and white image.

Front view of a bank with "Dime" signage, 24-hour ATM on the right, and a sign for safe deposit boxes available, in black and white.

Facade of a TD Bank building with a sign that says 'Open 7 Days'

Black and white photo of a vintage subway entrance labeled 'Borough Hall Station'

Black and white photo of a large multi-story government building with a symmetrical window pattern. The front has a central entrance with a statue in front. People are visible in the foreground on a paved plaza.

People on the steps of a building with tall columns and a "Strong Brooklyn" banner across the entrance.

Black and white photo of an urban skyline with modern skyscrapers and trees in the foreground.

Historic building with a central fountain, surrounded by skyscrapers and trees in an urban plaza, monochrome image.

Storefront with a sign announcing a "Coming Soon" opening for a Lot-Less store, surrounded by parked cars and urban elements.

Entrance to Department of Education with glass doors and several notices posted.

A black metal trash can with a sign stating that the Brooklyn Dodgers signed Jackie Robinson in 1945 on Montague Street, and a message to keep the street clean.

Black and white photo of a city skyline with tall buildings and a suspension bridge against a cloudy sky.

Pondering
Thinking And Rethinking!
How, When and Why?
Over And Over Again!
Questioning and Questioning Everything Around Me!
I Look Towards The Sky
Then Ask Myself
What Is Going On?
Above Me Right Now!

André Martinez Reed © 5/8/2020

"When taking photographs, I find immense joy in capturing the spirit of everyday people and the essence of human existence."

Man with glasses and a beard standing in an office with a window behind him.

Black and white photo of two people smiling outdoors, one wearing sunglasses, and another person in the background.

A black and white photo of two people embracing; one has long hair and a beard, the other is wearing a headscarf with a fur-lined hood.

Black and white photo of a jazz ensemble performing on stage with various instruments including saxophones, trombone, and cello, surrounded by flowers. Audience visible at the bottom.

Black and white photo of a live music performance in a church or concert hall with a guitarist, flutist, and audience.

Black and white image of a musical ensemble performing on a stage with audience watching. Musicians hold various instruments, including saxophones and trumpets. Floral arrangements decorate the background.

Three people in a kitchen near a dining table, one holding a plate, another holding a wine glass, with food and a wine bottle on the table.

Child sitting on a bench with three small white dogs in an outdoor garden, black and white photo.

Children playing outdoors near a fence, with adults standing nearby, in a black and white photo.

Three young girls standing together, smiling, in front of a pickup truck in an urban setting.

Black and white photo of a baby with light hair being held, looking directly at the camera.

Person standing on the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, with 'WYETH' displayed in the background, black and white photo.

Woman holding a white fluffy dog outside near a wooden fence, black and white photo.

Two people posing outdoors, one smiling and the other making an expressive gesture, with a wooden staircase and lawn visible in the background.

A person playing an upright bass indoors, with visible bicycle parts in the background.

Man holding sheet music near a double bass in a room with vintage posters on the wall.

Black and white photo of a man with glasses pointing, standing indoors near a textured painting and bookshelves.

Two smiling men in a black and white photograph, one wearing glasses.

A man with a beard is standing indoors with a smile, wearing a jacket and waving at the camera.

Person conducting in a music studio with instruments in the background.

Smiling man in a workshop giving thumbs up, wearing work clothes, cap, and holding protective gear.

Black and white photo of a group of people socializing in an art gallery, with framed artwork on the walls and one person holding a bottle.

Black and white photo of three women and a baby in a grassy backyard with a white fence and a tree in the background. One woman holds a baby, another woman is in a striped dress, and the third woman is in a floral blouse. They appear to be enjoying a

Black and white photo of a woman with long hair holding a glass.

A black and white photo of seven people gathered together, smiling and posing for the camera. There are various bottles and cups on a table in front of them.

Two men sitting indoors, one wearing a hat with initials, holding a drink, in a black and white photo.

Young man standing in front of a bookshelf, wearing a long-sleeve shirt.

Black and white photo of a man wearing a cap and a smiling girl with long hair sitting on a sofa.

Black and white photo of a man with a camera walking on a beach with waves in the background, tall grass and a tree in the foreground, and other people in the distance.

Three children smiling and having fun, with one making a silly face, in a black and white photo.

Black and white photo of a person wearing a baseball cap and camouflage pants. They are sitting with hands clasped, showing arm tattoos.

People socializing under a tent at an outdoor event, featuring one person in a cap and casual clothes looking at the camera. Others are seated at tables with food and drinks, engaged in conversation.

Black and white photo of a person wearing a large, white costume in a kitchen setting, looking surprised. A party scene is in the background with people gathered and decorations.

Black and white photo of a smiling person wearing a cap and glasses with curly hair, holding a camera, dressed in a leather jacket.

Black and white photo of a musician playing a clarinet while seated, with sheet music on a nearby table.

Musicians playing piano and violin indoors, a double bass visible in the background.

A person holding a baby wearing headphones, sitting by a keyboard, with a microphone in hand.

Smiling child standing on rocky shore with water in background.

Child climbing rocks by waterfront, smiling, with boats in the background.

Black and white photo of a young couple smiling on a city street. The man is wearing a striped baseball jersey and the woman is holding a drink. There are trees and buildings in the background.

Black and white photo of a young girl wearing a polka-dotted jacket and a white dress, standing indoors.

A person wearing a leather jacket holding papers in front of a dark door.

Black and white portrait of a bald man wearing a collared shirt, outdoors.

Black and white photo of a man wearing glasses, a patterned shirt, and a plaid vest.

Two women smiling and holding drinks in front of a house siding and brick wall, with a patterned chair in the foreground.

Man standing in a partially constructed room with drywall and electrical wiring exposed on the walls.

Man smiling and making a peace sign, wearing sunglasses and a cap in front of a doorway.

Black and white photo of a woman wearing sunglasses and a checkered jacket standing in front of a balloon display outside a clothing store.

Smiling elderly woman wearing a purple top and gold earrings, seated indoors with another person partially visible in the background.

A black and white photo of a man standing in front of several artworks, including paintings and a drum. The paintings depict abstract and human-like figures.

“Thinking of the Mothers on Earth Today

Where have all the great leaders of today led us? The Hopi Elders have always believed that true leaders should be concerned for the next seven generations to come.

To learn about life, plant a tree. Observe the community that thrives around it—the ants, the birds, the snakes, the flowers, the animals, and more. Follow the sick animal in the forest; it will lead you to the medicine you seek.

Have we fallen way behind? Are we growing tired of paying for things designed to break? Longing for what’s built to last in a disposable world?

Black and white photo of two adults and a child looking at a store window display with children's books, toys, and a LEGO Friends set. One adult is holding a stroller, another is sitting with a coffee cup, and the child is pointing at the display.

A black and white photo of a young girl standing in front of a brick wall and window display. The display includes books and dolls. The girl is wearing a dress with a character on it and appears to be looking at the camera while holding an object in

An Afternoon Stroll at Princeton University