Born in New York City, I live and work in London . I am a member of The Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolour, based at the Mall Galleries, London. I have been deeply absorbed in painting and etching for many years, but gradually fell in love with photography as well. Using a camera for street photography was the direct opposite of the solitude of painting. Painting is a slow process, a meditation. In contrast, street photography throws me out of myself. With a heightened awareness of the human life around me, I want to preserve the ephemeral moments that stream across the lens. I suddenly feel an intense empathy with the people who catch my eye, and I enter into a fleeting but permanent relationship with them once they are embraced by the camera. In Cuba I was unleashed into a full obsession. Everything and everyone was entrancing. I was touched by the natural friendliness, the grace and warmth of the Cubans. I hope you enjoy these photos which convey my love for Cuba.