Interior of a jeepney the back bone of the Philippines public transort system. These vehicles carry up to 20 passengers at a time, 18 in the back and 2 up front with the diver. They are so numerous catching ride is just hailing one that is passing and has room.
Thanks for your comments. Anne cars here clog the roads, every trip is an adventure. B Ihave seen the images you make, I take that as a compliment of the highest order. (if you havent seen B's site you should)Thanks DB its amazing what one can get used too.Ü
Henry Bateman is a retired artist and writer currently living on Whadjuk/Noongar country in Perth Western Australia. In 2015 he returned home after living in the Philippines for 10 years. With this blog Henry has ruminated about the arts (often) and politics (sometimes) and currently the environment.
His writing has been published by Crikey.com (Australia), Artslant (US), The Expat Travel & Lifestyle Magazine & The Expat Newspaper (both in the Philippines) and The Western Review (Australia).
He has also had seven solo exhibitions and has had his work shown in 15 group exhibitions as well as 35 theater commissions as a set designer and/or lighting designer.
He is currently attempting, with varying degrees of success, to live and enjoy an almost carbon free lifestyle.
4 comments:
Reminds me of Egypt, basically the same. Especially since cars are considered a "luxury".
Ann
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I love the feelings you have captured with this image. Really a wonderful shot.
I think I would die of claustrophobia if I had to ride for very long in there! Very interesting transportation and fascinating shot.
Thanks for your comments. Anne cars here clog the roads, every trip is an adventure. B Ihave seen the images you make, I take that as a compliment of the highest order. (if you havent seen B's site you should)Thanks DB its amazing what one can get used too.Ü
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