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		<title>Bhutan&#8217;s Masked Dancers</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:50:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[I didn’t first arrive in Bhutan to chase performances with my camera. I&#8217;ve been fortunate enough to visit several times now, both on my own and leading small photography groups, and it never quite settles into something predictable. What happened was something totally different. The masked dances, Cham, aren’t staged as entertainment in the way we usually think of performances. They’re woven into daily life, you feel that right away. The courtyard fills up, musicians strike up their tunes, and you’re not just watching [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Focal is Live – A New Home for Photographers</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Bourdon]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 17:03:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[For months now, I’ve been quietly working on something that I’ve wanted to create for years – a place where photographers of all levels can connect, learn, and grow together.

Today, I’m excited to finally share it with you: Focal – my new online photography community.]]></description>
		
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		<title>New Portfolio: Life in Kyrgyzstan</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 17:20:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[This one’s been a long time coming. I’ve finally put together a new portfolio – a series I shot across the remote steppe regions of Kyrgyzstan – and to be honest, it’s taken me ages. Partly because life’s been busy, but also because I’ve found it really hard to distil down the experience into a small selection of images that actually feel right together.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Travel Photographer of the Year &#8211; Results are in</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Bourdon]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 17:21:30 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Travel Photographer of the Year 2024 winners have been announced, and the array of talent showcased is nothing short of inspiring. Photographers from around the world have captured moments that go beyond just taking photos, telling stories of our world's diverse cultures and landscapes. Among these remarkable talents, I'm honored to share that my Lelo Burti portfolio received commendation in the Travel in Monochrome category. This series explores a unique Easter tradition in Shukhuti, Georgia, where two towns engage in a [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>A Lesson in Breaking the Rules, thanks to Sebastião Salgado</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Bourdon]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Dec 2024 11:46:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[I'm back in Barcelona for a few days before Christmas, not for the tapas or the Gaudi buildings (though those are brilliant too), but to see Sebastião Salgado’s Amazônia exhibition.

For years, Salgado has been one of my photographic heroes. His work has this something that feels powerful - his images are more than just pictures. 

Let me tell you, this exhibition is something else.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Bhutan Portfolio</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Bourdon]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:31:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A collection of moments from my unforgettable time in Bhutan, a place that feels like it was plucked straight from a dream. In 2024, I had the privilege of visiting twice. My first trip was all about exploration - I was scouting locations, meeting locals, and soaking in the spirit of the country to prepare for something special. By my second visit, I returned as a tour leader, ready to share Bhutan’s wonders with a group of 8 passionate photographers.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Postcards from Bhutan</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Bourdon]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 11:57:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Greetings from Bhutan! I’m writing this from a small guesthouse overlooking a valley, surrounded by prayer flags blowing in the mountain breeze. 
I’m currently leading a photography tour through Bhutan - a country so rich in culture and tradition.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Make them smile</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tom Bourdon]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 13:02:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[I was recently talking with one of my mentor students about something and I thought I&#8217;d write a blog post about it so that everyone can benefit from this information. The conversation was about how to make people feel comfortable in front of the lens, especially when they’re not professional models. Most of us, as photographers, aren’t always working with seasoned models. In fact, I believe some of the most compelling images come from real, everyday people with their genuine expressions and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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