If you're into cocktails or even an occasional drinker, you've probably heard of a Pisco Sour. It's a Peruvian Drink that get's it's name from the main ingredient (Pisco) and is also the producer of this specialized liquor.

Recently I visited Hotel B in the Barranco district of Lima, Peru and tried out their version. Below is the recipe straight from the bartender and in my opinion, on of the best I've ever tasted.

4 oz Pisco
1 1/2 Oz Lime Juice
1 oz Simple Syrup
1 Egg White
Shake Ingrediants without ice for 8-10 seconds. Then add the ice and shake a second time. To Finish, add 3 drops of Bitter.

Would you be able to Reproduce this in the US exactly? Most likely not. The limes here in Peru have a different flavor and have a rounder shape to them.

Day 14: A Day of Inspiration (Mario Testino)

Before I left for Peru, This was one of the locations I knew I would be visiting because his work is so influential. His permanent gallery in the Barranco district of Lima, Peru did not disappoint. For those who don't know, Mario Testino is a well known fashion photographer who first got his big break shooting Madonna's Portraits. As the Gallery phrased it, He went from being only known in the fashion Industry to celebrity photographer overnight.

Day 13: Sunset On The Coast of Lima

Lima is built on the coast and a great portion of it faces the ocean. For those who have never been, it's unbelievably beautiful and even more so during sunset. A lot of the locals lay out on the parks or sit on the walls to catch the light as is disappears for the day. This woman was clearly getting the best of two worlds.

Day 12: The Final Day In The Jungle

After spending around a week in the Amazon Jungle, we finally say bye to this group led by DB Peru and assisted by Hope for Peru. Along with a few regulars (Ourselves included), and two doctors, we were joined by 6 Nursing Students.

We lived in a simple lodge, were served local food, traveled to 6 towns to offer healthcare, sweated profusely for the duration of each day and loved every minute of it. If you want to learn more, you can visit the sites of these two non-profits below:

http://www.dbperuong.com
http://www.hopeforperu.org

Day 3 in Lima Peru: Getting to know a city

I have this "traveling" policy when it comes to visiting or really living in a city outside of your own. To truly get to know a city, you need to 1) Visit the local markets and 2) Take public transportation.

Why you ask? To get to know the real people of that area and simply see what they do. Now this can be applied to anywhere in the world including the US. I just find this is far more interesting outside our own country. For example in this one day, I saw people buying freshly cut chicken, filleted fish, haggling prices for vegetables, people getting hustled in the streets and the police pulling over buses because the doorman were hanging out of open doors to get people on.

It's perspective and opens your eyes to city infrastructure, Cultural differences, Languages (Slang included), the list goes on.

Day 2 in Peru - Parque del Agua

Close to the Center of Lima, amidst the palace and neighboring shops, you'll find a magical place that is known mostly by locals. The name, Parque del Agua or Water Park in engIish. It's a beautiful location with an entire series of interactive fountains and is split into two area with an underground tunnel.

This particular image is a shot of the most popular fountain. Kids and adults can walk throughout the area and often get wet as the water is sound activated. Once the music changes, the pattern changes completely. The most amazing part about this, entrance is only 4 Solos. Roughly $1.30, so there is no excuse to miss it.

Day 1 in Peru - Homecooked Peruvian Dishes

Food is and always will be a significant part of the cultures of our world. Peruvian culture is no different and after doing a significant amount traveling through Central & South America, I kept hearing a familiar statement. That the majority of people agreed that Peruvian food was some of the best and most diverse in this area of the world. I'm a little biased with this opinion but would you agree?

Here you have one of our family's dear Friend Felicita preparing Lomo Saltado, a typical Peruvian meal. While it isn't as well known as "ceviche", it's a simple dish that relies on fresh ingredients and natural flavor. Essentially beef, rice and potatoes with pepper/rice and a few other unique flavors. If you want to know more, e-mail me at kault504@gmail.com.

Headshots with Actress Nadiyah Skyy

I find that I actually shoot a great deal of head shots and love the process. Next to on of my favorite tools, the ring light, you can never go wrong shooting with one well placed strobe. Simply Angle the dish down at a 135 Degree s and have a reflector shooting the light back up. The Results are amazing!

Lifestyle Shoot with Susanna in PA

June 24, 2014

While traveling through Pennsylvania I had to the privilege to shoot with Susannaa model located near Honesdale. Have always believed that natural backdrops are the best and found this beautiful area overgrown by ferns and covered by canopy. She happened to bring out a Guitar and we went through a couple scenarios with her playing. The rest is her personality coming out and just acting in the moment.

A Not So Traditional Wedding in England

After a rather brilliant ceremony in Exeter England, the bride and groom make a stop in the lush country for a posed shot!