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All images © copyright 2005-2009 - All Rights Reserved Worldwide by Joao Paglione
Member of the Deutscher Presse Verband (German Press Association), contributor to Getty Images, and several other stock photography sites.

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All photos appearing on this web site are property of Joao Paglione and are protected by international copyright laws.
Please do not use any of my photography without my permission under any circumstances. Violations will be prosecuted!
I am a freelance photographer living in Berlin but was born originally in Brazil. I´ve lived in Belgium, England, USA, China, and traveled/worked in over 35 countries.
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"Ich habe den Wunsch zu fotografieren. Ich gehe mit meiner Kamera hinaus. Ich entdecke etwas, das mich emotionell, geistig und ästhetisch aufregt. Ich sehe das Foto vor meinem inneren Auge, und ich komponiere und belichte das Negativ. Ich gebe Ihnen das Bild als Äquivalent dessen, was ich sah und fühlte."
- Alfred Stieglitz (1933)
joaobambu's flickr score: 7189
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Groups (50)
- StreetArt - PariS 29326 photos, 1410 members
- Stencil History X 8735 photos, 312 members
- Wooster Collective 188517 photos, 4725 members
- Couchsurfing 1184 photos, 453 members
- Light Painting - The Real Deal 18852 photos, 4497 members
- Getty Images Call for Artists 65940 photos, 12677 members
- LOAF 44 photos, 4 members
- spreepark plänterwald 544 photos, 117 members
- Light Paint 9735 photos, 1577 members
- C215 4603 photos, 266 members
- STREETARTISTS IN ACTION - PHOTOS and VIDEOS ! 2810 photos, 522 members
- Oktoberfest München 1456 photos, 280 members
- One Letter 19983 photos, 2214 members
- The Pritzker Architecture Prize on Flickr 5+Faves 79324 photos, 13036 members
- You can't take pictures here! 4393 photos, 1644 members
- Abandoned Berlin 3064 photos, 280 members
- *Music To My Eyes*-(Post 1 - Award 5) Comment Sweeper is running 310613 photos, 18387 members
- Beauty of Decay / Schönheit des Verfalls 6568 photos, 421 members
- europeanurbanexploration 27587 photos, 1134 members
- Beelitz-Heilstaetten 3974 photos, 300 members
- Stick Figures in Peril 20167 photos, 11787 members
- Rügen 3026 photos, 269 members
- Urbanartcore 2805 photos, 371 members
- Mauerpark 536 photos, 97 members
- EL BOCHO 488 photos, 79 members
- ! streetART ►poster ►paste ups ►installations →URL /-_- 132996 photos, 3242 members
- ekosystem.org 84941 photos, 1655 members
- xoooox 358 photos, 109 members
- Photographers' Rights. 155 photos, 2810 members
- *** HDR AWARD [POST 1 - AWARD 5] *** 17505 photos, 1855 members
- Photomatix 148788 photos, 11253 members
- Street Urban Art Graffiti @ Berlin and more 1789 photos, 154 members
- Berlin Street Art 20272 photos, 1448 members
- PHOTOGRAPHERS GONE WILD - POST 1/AWARD 2 (MANDATORY) 613621 photos, 33909 members
- STREETART 256319 photos, 19178 members
- Berliner Flohmärkte 47 photos, 12 members
- Black & White - Post 1, Award 2 (NO SEPIA) 75955 photos, 6445 members
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- National Geographic: Are You Good Enough? Post 1, Nominate 3 489753 photos, 47479 members
- Strobist.com 288254 photos, 65037 members
- Canon Powershot G10 25300 photos, 1957 members
- Festival of Lights - Berlin 2008 719 photos, 74 members
- Nokia N95 User Group 19367 photos, 1873 members
- °Faces Of All People° (only Faces) 10888 photos, 1030 members
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- Ultimate Score Me (POST 1 - SCORE 5) 30161 photos, 5444 members
Testimonials (20)
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Tato says:
"I met João at Flickr, when he was still known as "JoãoBambu", and when the Flickr community was still small and everybody knew everybody. He's a cool dude, a good photographer with a keen eye and a sharp sense of humor, a nice friend, and a great inspiration."
10th January, 2008
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Amber * says:
"JOAO P. WAS MY FIRST....
flickr testimonial, that is.. . he was the first on flickr to notice my poetry, my food blog, me. And he was one of the first to inspire me to go further with my photography -- because when I started I didn't know anything. He has been a contact of mine since 2005.
This has been a long time coming Joao. And should have been said so much earlier!
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He is inspiring. His roots come alive and are echoed in his subjects / his framing / colors. Like a subtle drumming , a palpitation matching his hearts own rhythms .
His photography grabs you. Constant evolving of his works, make the viewer gasp. He takes subjects often abandoned and turns them into interesting, textural , insightful works. You can't just glance at each photograph, you need to study them to take in the depth and secrets that are contained within.
I expect Joao to encompass all of his dreams. His talent / drive / caring is thrown out in waves, and you can't stop that type of energy!"3rd August, 2007
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H Campos says:
"I just want to thank you for your help, I sold some photos on fotolia...(I know it took a while, I am doing a wedding in Sept....so things start happening...
thanks a lot....you might not know it but you help me a lot...!!!"13th May, 2007
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Jellykat says:
"I think his photos are truly amazing, highly detailed, great range of subjects with different lighting and effects.
I have not yet come across a photo of his that I do not like and he truly is a versatile photographer.
Keep up the good work, looking forward to seeing some shots of Germany.
Kate"8th October, 2006
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AmericanTechie says:
"Joao is an inspirational photographer. I have been watching his Flickr photos from the beginning and they tell a great story of his life. His Flickr photography also document the progression of the skill in his beloved craft. The quality of the pictures have increased tremendously as he has transformed from beginner to expert. An added dimension is the great stories he writes for many of his pictures. Thanks for sharing your beautiful life with us Joao!"
7th October, 2006
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Rick_Henrique says:
"Versatility is his name. I like his way to see and to live the life. He's not afraid to face challenges, I think. At least it's what he demonstrates."
26th July, 2006
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Ananova says:
"Amazing Photostream!!
Thank You for Sharing.
Love
Ananova"11th July, 2006
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spilopterus says:
"With the bright equipment and skill, a good photo can be taken. But what joao excels is taking that cheap little camera and pushing it to it's limits that results in great shots. Fantastic!"
17th January, 2006
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Amostrado.com says:
"João is one of the bests! Its photos are brilliant catch moments special of its land. And he still photographs rodeos! A great hug for you amigo!"
29th December, 2005
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dre.e says:
"he takes unbelievable pics.
i do like. hehe
;)"2nd November, 2005
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Miss Pola says:
"He is a great photographer...and a great person...
He knows how cheer up the spirits of all the photographers like me that we are in the first steps in this world of photography...and with his great comment he make me stronger to make more and better photos...like he does...
I hope you the best in this world joao...you diserve this...
=D"21st October, 2005
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!!MNPhotoGuy says:
"João has incredibly ecclectic tastes and it shows in his photography.
Very well done!"11th October, 2005
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fubuki says:
"Super Shaolin Bamboo Master Joao is one of the finest souls on Flickr. period. i will fight anyone with chains and beer bottles who says otherwise. Joao has the Spirit - and he shares his infectious goodness with all."
27th September, 2005
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cafenut says:
"I really like this guy's photos. Especially after he was cool with me messing with one of his photos! I really like the photos he takes of the places he visits."
21st September, 2005
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romkaz says:
"I have known John since I was 15. He trully one of the coolest and most interesting people I know (as you can see in his work here). In the words of our common friend from the past: Excellent, Mr. Joao, excellent!!!"
12th April, 2005
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sean808080 says:
"joaobambu is an intrepid interpreter of cool color, passionate people, and fine photography. it seems joaobambu's mission in life is to live, love, and learn all the lessons this puzzling planet has to offer.
4 stars for personality and pizzaz!"10th April, 2005
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Technicolor Girl says:
"Joao is definitely one of my favorite Flickrers. He's funny and clever and kind.
His incredible amount (!!!) of pictures are just great; I always learn something from the captions too. There's a large variety of places he goes and things he captures in his photography.
You watch, Joao is going to be the next best professional photo journalist!!"27th February, 2005
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Eneas says:
"I don't know you, But I loved the bamboo and the neon photos :-D Keep on the good work!
Saramago rulz!"15th February, 2005
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seawallrunner says:
"Joao is a poet of the imagination. His photos reflect an innocent playfulness and an endless curiosity about the world that surrounds him.
I always look forward to the next stream of Joao's pictures - they are whimsical, colorful and so beautifully composed."10th January, 2005
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Liz! says:
"I love Joao. He is a sweet person who always shares cool pics of his world travels and his bushy eyebrows."
6th October, 2004























