For this series of photos Alfonso Calero was inspired by Russian-American painter Mark Rothko. He shares the camera techniques he used to create an abstract look, and explains why libraries are such good places to search for inspiration. The following photos take their inspiration from Russian painter Mark Rothko. Rather than capturing a literal view of a particular place, these images hint at a location and mood but are entirely open to interpretation. Rothko always res

Having lived in Tokyo for many years and married to a Japanese, I have to say I love this city despite the crazy volume of traffic and crowds. It's all about managing your movements through this vast city at the correct time and place. It's also about being there at the exact moment when photography can be captured in the best light. Below is a brief look at the places I love and how they were captured. Most of theses locations are best photographed in the late afternoon up t