(Published in Treasures: Asian Spirit’s Inflight Magazine, APRIL-MAY 2008) Photos and Text by Liza Linklater “They came to Penang from all over the world, “says the banner at the Penang State Museum & Art Gallery. And it’s true: Penang’s blend of cultures is immediately evident in its people and its architecture – a fusion that …
(Published in Bout de Papier, Vol. 23, No. 1, AUGUST 2007, Ottawa, Canada) Photos and Text by Liza Linklater I shoot in black-and-white and colour, and while I prefer black-and-white, my eye is often drawn to colour. These photos were taken in various Asian countries and I was lured to each scene either by …
Published in Bout de Papier, Vol. 21, No. 2, MAY 2005, Ottawa, Canada Photos and Text by Liza Linklater Life is an ever-changing journey, and in spite of recent events in our troubled world we must continue on our way. We have to keep moving, experiencing new cultures, learning and broadening our horizons. This is what …
Published in Bout de Papier, Vol. 19, No. 2, Fall 2002, Ottawa, Canada)Story and photos by James Trottier & Liza Linklater*Title taken from a sign in a police guardpost in Trongsa in Central Bhutan, the phrase could well be applied to travel both into and within Bhutan – the Land of the Thunder Dragon. …
Liza Linklater Photographer • Writer Lights, Action … Lamas Published in DECEMBER 2002, Metro:Magazine, Bangkok, Thailand Bhutanese Lamas, unlike Thai Buddhist monks, can watch movies. Not only that, Liza Linklater discovers in hills far from Hollywood, a revered Lama is making ’em. Remember the film The Cup? Released to great acclaim at the Cannes, Toronto and …
Published in APRIL 2003 Metro:Magazine, Bangkok, Thailand Multilingual trishaw drivers, architectural reminders of Malaysia’s colonial past and an abundance of cuisines: gorgeous Georgetown leaves Liza Linklater enchanted as she visits Penang’s heritage capital. “They came to Penang from all over the world, “says the banner at the Penang State Museum & Art Gallery. And it’s …
Published in JUNE 2003 Metro:Magazine, Bangkok, Thailand Hua Hin is more than you might think – it’s a pretty town with a history of its own. Liza Linklater is looking for the town’s roots by checking into the oldest hotel there. “There you are in the back row,” my friend points out to me. We …
Published in March 2003 Metro:Magazine, Bangkok, Thailand Far away yet so close: Hoi An is the gentle pearl of Central Vietnam. Liza Linklater spends quiet days in a town from yesteryear. “Maybe later?” Hien says softly. Such is the constant refrain uttered by vendors as you pass the innumerable tailor shops in historic Hoi An. …
Liza Linklater Photographer • Writer Published in MAY 2003, Metro:Magazine, Bangkok, Thailand “Kindness is Giving the Right of Way”, “Danger Lurks at Blind Curves”, “Drink and Drive, You Won’t Survive”, “Mountains are a Pleasure Only if You Drive With Leisure”, and “Speed Thrills But Kills”… these messages and many more like them appear on road …
Published in JUNE 2003 Metro:Magazine, Bangkok, Thailand Sri Lanka is a place dotted with pristine beaches and sparkling blue seas, but that ‘s not all it has to offer. Liza Linklater explores beautiful old buildings and hotels and delves into the island’s amazing architectural heritage. “I can’t take it any longer. Let’s get another driver …
