Dogs of Italy -No. 1
No matter where travel takes me, I am always captivated by the furry and feathered creatures I encounter. Capturing them through my camera lens has become a cherished pastime. The pup featured in this photo is one I actually met several years ago.
Liam and I had spent most of the day in Greve at our favorite wine repository. Before returning to our apartment, we decided to make a final stop in Panzano. We were both feeling quite relaxed, perhaps a little too relaxed. Somehow, the combination of wine tasting and being in Tuscany has a calming effect, allowing one to forget one's worries and gain immense enjoyment from life's little nuances. At any rate, my brain felt a bit wobbly as I began to navigate the uneven cobblestones beneath my feet.
Basking in the remaining warmth of the day's sun, we began walking up the hill towards the church and piazza when I felt as though someone, or something, was quietly observing me. A subtle turn of my head yielded the presence of this inquisitive pup resting against the rustic door of its owner's woodshop. The canine's coat shimmered brightly in the amber-hued light of the late afternoon. His head was delicately tilted, and his eyes were brimming with curiosity. The pup seemed keenly focused on the activities unfolding in the street, as though contemplating some interest in joining the human fun. Despite his seeming eagerness to greet every passerby, he faithfully remained at the door, demonstrating unwavering loyalty to his owner.
Enjoy.
-M
Dog of Panzano ©2013
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