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Eric Fichtl
<p>A pair of hikers heading toward the Sas de Pütia / Peitlerkofel peak, visible during a brief clearing in the mists and clouds that were whipping around up there. </p>

Thanks for visiting. This website features my photography, writing, and a bit about me.

PHOTOS

Here is a random sample of my photos. Visit my galleries for many more.


<p>A Parisian carries precious baguettes through the glassy La Défense district. </p>
<p>Storm clouds arrive at la Santísima Trinidad de Paraná, one of the Jesuit <em>reducciónes</em> (missionary colonies) built in this region during the 17th and 18th Centuries. They fell into ruin when the Jesuits were expelled by Spain in 1767. </p>
<p>A figure crosses the Ponte de la Balote by night.<br /></p>
<p>The starry night near Parey.<br /></p>
<p>A woman washing clothes on a winter morning in Langa. </p>
<p>Portrait of Dave at campsite after a day's hike.</p>
<p>A solitary figure headed somewhere on a cold night.</p>
<p>A person out for a night stroll in Manhattan.</p>
TEXTS

A lot of what I write professionally carries no byline. Here are some of the works I have put my name to.

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When Disaster Strikes: Considerations for Helping Relief Efforts

The decision to head to a disaster area is not one that should be taken without first considering the complexities of the situation.
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On Proyecto Desaparecidos' 'Muro de la Memoria'

The Muro invokes the unresolved nature of disappearance, reminding us of the special anguish this crime inflicts. It is also an invitation to action.
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Araucan Nightmare: Life and Death in Tame

An intimate portrait of a small town at war in Colombia's east.