Raul Colon - photographer, digital marketer & writer living on the beach in Puerto Rico.

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¡Que Bonita Bandera!

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¡Que Bonita Bandera!

Landscape Photography

of Puerto Rico by Raúl Colón

The Puerto Rican Flag

There are multiple variations of the Puerto Rican flag. Locally depending on what Political Party is in Power, they switch from the Original Color which is the one above to one that represents more the United States Flag. 

In my case I prefer the original version, not only does it represent how many have fought for the rights of this Island but it's the reality we live as being second class citizens living in a colony of a nation that benefits heavily from the relationship.

At one point it was illegal to possess a Puerto Rican flag and you could be thrown in jail for it. If always carry the version of the Resistance Flag in my backpacks as a reminder of how much we have to work hard to get what is right for our Island.

Yesterday as I was in a photo shoot with two clients I saw this flag on the beach. I had no option but to return and photograph this image of our beautiful flag flying on Condado Beach.

 

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Equipment Used

Here is the answer to a question I get often. What photography equipment am I using?

Nikon Z7 Mirrorless Digital Camera

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Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

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La Perla at a Distance from El Morro

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La Perla at a Distance from El Morro

Landscape Photography

of Puerto Rico by Raúl Colón

La Perla at a Distance!

We were visiting El Morro Fort which has a historical connection to my family heritage.

At a distance, I did my best to capture the colors of La Perla.

Way before Daddy Yankee's Despacito, La Perla has been the cultural hub of many arts. Before the Hurricane Despacito helped La Perla become a Tourist Spot, after the hurricane there have been and are multiple efforts to help the residents of La Perla rebuild.

La Perla serves as a quick reminder of the many Puerto Ricans that live in poverty before and after Hurricane Maria but are very proud of what they have and work as a community to overcome whatever challenges they have.  

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I fund my activism efforts mainly from my efforts. One of them is selling some of my photography.

By purchasing one item, you allow me to continue my activism.

Equipment Used

Here is the answer to a question I get often. What photography equipment am I using?

Nikon D7100 24.1 MP DX-Format DSLR

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Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

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Super Blue Blood Moon Over San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Super Blue Blood Moon Over San Juan, Puerto Rico

Landscape Photography

of Puerto Rico by Raúl Colón

"A radiant full moon of silver hangs in the black sky, between the veils of misty clouds." ~ Moonshine Noire

Special Moment with the family watching the Super Blue Blood Moon over the Atlantic on Condado Beach.



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I fund my activism efforts mainly from my efforts. One of them is selling some of my photography.

By purchasing one item, you allow me to continue my activism.


Equipment Used

Here is the answer to a question I get often. What photography equipment am I using?


Nikon D7100 24.1 MP DX-Format DSLR

q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00BI9X7UC&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=cis02-20 Super Blue Blood Moon Over San Juan, Puerto Ricoir?t=cis02-20&l=li3&o=1&a=B00BI9X7UC Super Blue Blood Moon Over San Juan, Puerto Rico


Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B000VDCT3C&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=cis02-20 Super Blue Blood Moon Over San Juan, Puerto Ricoir?t=cis02-20&l=li3&o=1&a=B000VDCT3C Super Blue Blood Moon Over San Juan, Puerto Rico


Manfrotto BeFree Compact Aluminum Travel Tripod

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Old San Juan

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Waves in Condado During Dusk

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Waves in Condado During Dusk

Landscape Photography

of Puerto Rico by Raúl Colón

"Small steps add up to complete big journeys." ~ Matshona Dhliwayo

What small steps are you taking?

Who are you taking them with? 



Get your Own Copy

I fund my activism efforts mainly from my efforts. One of them is selling some of my photography.

By purchasing one item, you allow me to continue my activism.


Equipment Used

Here is the answer to a question I get often. What photography equipment am I using?


Nikon D7100 24.1 MP DX-Format DSLR

q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00BI9X7UC&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=cis02-20 Waves in Condado During Duskir?t=cis02-20&l=li3&o=1&a=B00BI9X7UC Waves in Condado During Dusk


Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B000VDCT3C&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=cis02-20 Waves in Condado During Duskir?t=cis02-20&l=li3&o=1&a=B000VDCT3C Waves in Condado During Dusk


Manfrotto BeFree Compact Aluminum Travel Tripod

q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00COLBNTK&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=cis02-20 Waves in Condado During Duskir?t=cis02-20&l=li3&o=1&a=B00COLBNTK Waves in Condado During Dusk

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Photography of Puerto Rico & Abroad

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Puerto Rico's Beaches

From Isla Verde to Cabo Rojo...

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Old San Juan

500+ Years of Architecture...


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Outside of 100 X 35

My trips outside of the Island...

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Early Spring Morning in Isla Verde Beach

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Early Spring Morning in Isla Verde Beach

Landscape Photography

of Puerto Rico by Raúl Colón

Early Spring at Isla Verde Beach

The date gets closer for us to move from Isla Verde Beach.

The photos I have taken over a period of more than four years will serve as a way to remember this great experience.

Living on the beach was something I always wanted to do. Having the opportunity to live this dream is truly exceptional.

My daughter can say she woke up for most of her first years in this world looking at the Ocean and enjoying Beach life in the Caribbean.

Having been brought up in the Inner City around crime. I am exceptionally proud of the efforts myself, and my partner does to make sure our daughter has a better chance at life than we did.

Get your Own Copy

I fund my activism efforts mainly from my efforts. One of them is selling some of my photography.

By purchasing one item, you allow me to continue my activism.

Equipment Used

Here is the answer to a question I get often. What photography equipment am I using?

Nikon D7100 24.1 MP DX-Format DSLR

q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00BI9X7UC&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=cis02-20 Early Spring Morning in Isla Verde Beachir?t=cis02-20&l=li3&o=1&a=B00BI9X7UC Early Spring Morning in Isla Verde Beach

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 12-24mm f/4G

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Manfrotto BeFree Compact Aluminum Travel Tripod

q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00COLBNTK&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=cis02-20 Early Spring Morning in Isla Verde Beachir?t=cis02-20&l=li3&o=1&a=B00COLBNTK Early Spring Morning in Isla Verde Beach

Support My

Photography of Puerto Rico & Abroad

Purchase Prints, Digital Copies, or a Canvas

Puerto Rico's Beaches

From Isla Verde to Cabo Rojo...
Get Images

Old San Juan

500+ Years of Architecture...

Get Images

Outside of 100 X 35

My trips outside of the Island...
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