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Roberto Destarac

Roberto Destarac

THE GATES OF HELL

The Masaya Volcano Crater was once called "The Gates of Hell" by early Spanish settlers, as the local natives made human sacrifices by throwing people into its lava. I captured this shot from one of the two lookouts, setting up my tripod right on the edge of the crater

Awards

World Photo Annual

2024

Honorable Mention

Nature

Non Professional

Honorable Mention

Landscapes

Non Professional

THE GATES OF HELL

The Masaya Volcano Crater was once called "The Gates of Hell" by early Spanish settlers, as the local natives made human sacrifices by throwing people into its lava. I captured this shot from one of the two lookouts, setting up my tripod right on the edge of the crater

About Artist

Roberto Destarac

AWARD WINING PHOTOGRAPHER Landscapes, travel, street, and sunsets are the styles of photography that inspire my work. As a relentless seeker of excellence, I continuously refine my skills to create art that reflects my deep passion for the world’s stunning beauty. With a camera as my companion, I travel far and wide capturing moments that words fail to express. Passion fuels my creativity, technical knowledge sharpens my vision, and the right gear helps me capture fleeting moments of magic. Achievements / Credentials - -Honorable Mention, IPA 2023 for "AGUA VOLCANO SUNSET" - Nature, Landscape Amateur Category. -Have been exhibited in galleries in the United States, Spain, Australia, Guatemala, Malta, UK, Vietnam, etc. since 2019. -Honorable Mention, El Camino de las Flores Exhibition 2022 for "SUCULENTAS DE LOS CUCHUMATANES". -Bronze Award, Epson International Pano Awards, 2020 for "VOLCANOES THUNDERSTORM". -Winner 35 Awards 2020 for "THE GATES OF HELL" - Volcanoes Contest. -3rd Place International Photography Awards 2018 for "THE GATES OF HELL" - Nature Other category. -Honorary Mention International Photography Awards 2018 for "TURQUOISE POOLS" - Nature Landscapes category. -Performance Award for the Humanity Photography Awards 2017 for the collection "MAYAN WEAVERS". http://www.hpa.org.cn/

Roberto Destarac

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Astro, Fine Art, Landscapes, Nature, Street, Travel

Location

Guatemala

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