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TIA INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY

TIA International Photography (TIA) is a licensed, small photography business based in Seattle, Washington, USA. TIA specializes in cityscapes (international, American, and Canadian), night-time, and event photography. TIA International Photography's objective is to contemplate, execute, and deliver cityscapes and urban landscapes of your city, town, region, or locale in the most mesmerizing and atypical way possible. You can license and purchase print enlargements of TIA's cityscapes and travel photography directly from TIA's official website. Tosin I. Arasi is a Professional Photographer and the Sole Proprietor of TIA.

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The Edmonton Scooter Guys Five
Canadian Cities

The Edmonton Scooter Guys Five

While In Edmonton, Canada, TIA is unexpectedly accosted by five young fellows on their electric scooters who make peculiar demands of the visiting photographer. Continue reading The Edmonton Scooter Guys Five

The Otherworldly Ocean at the Edge of the Earth
CREATIVE, TIA Special Features

The Otherworldly Ocean at the Edge of the Earth

Enjoy creative images from an ocean’s soothing illusions. Continue reading The Otherworldly Ocean at the Edge of the Earth

TIAA #50:  “Christmas Eve in Kuala Lumpur”
International Cities, Tosin's Images & Anecdotes (TIAA)

TIAA #50: “Christmas Eve in Kuala Lumpur”

This is a tale about an indelible Christmas Eve in the capital city of a predominantly Islamic nation. Continue reading TIAA #50: “Christmas Eve in Kuala Lumpur”

TIAA #47:  “13 Decembers”
Seattle Focus & Factoids, Tosin's Images & Anecdotes (TIAA)

TIAA #47: “13 Decembers”

This is a tale about 13th anniversaries. Continue reading TIAA #47: “13 Decembers”

TIAA #34:  “The Part of Paris Almost Every Parisian Seems to Hate”
International Cities, Tosin's Images & Anecdotes (TIAA)

TIAA #34: “The Part of Paris Almost Every Parisian Seems to Hate”

This is a tale about three languages spoken between two photographers: English, French, and Photography. Continue reading TIAA #34: “The Part of Paris Almost Every Parisian Seems to Hate”

TIAA #32:  “A Gleam of Golden Light”
Seattle Focus & Factoids, Tosin's Images & Anecdotes (TIAA)

TIAA #32: “A Gleam of Golden Light”

This is a tale about catching the light and sharing the light. (It’s also about life being a long-time adventure). Continue reading TIAA #32: “A Gleam of Golden Light”

TIAA #30:  “Photo Non Grata”
International Cities, Tosin's Images & Anecdotes (TIAA)

TIAA #30: “Photo Non Grata”

This is a tale about the cunning subterfuge of optics. (Sounds very clandestine and shady, doesn’t it?) Continue reading TIAA #30: “Photo Non Grata”

TIAA #28:  “Nomad No More?”
Seattle Focus & Factoids, Tosin's Images & Anecdotes (TIAA)

TIAA #28: “Nomad No More?”

This is not really a tale this time. Rather, it’s a testament about finally calling a place “home” – at long last. Continue reading TIAA #28: “Nomad No More?”

TIAA #13:  “Buenos Dias, Buenos Aires”
International Cities, Tosin's Images & Anecdotes (TIAA)

TIAA #13: “Buenos Dias, Buenos Aires”

This is a tale about an early morning stroll through the City of Fair Winds (a.k.a. Buenos Aires). Continue reading TIAA #13: “Buenos Dias, Buenos Aires”

Vancouver / Postmarked 11 Nov. 2012
Canadian Cities, International Cities, Postmarked

Vancouver / Postmarked 11 Nov. 2012

Ephri sends a postcard to Sybi from Vancouver, but he’s upset because timing is not on his side. Continue reading Vancouver / Postmarked 11 Nov. 2012

Honolulu / Postmarked 09 Jul. 2012
American Cities, International Cities, Postmarked

Honolulu / Postmarked 09 Jul. 2012

Ephri sends a postcard to Sybi from Honolulu, despite the fact that he’s sitting next to her while writing the message. Continue reading Honolulu / Postmarked 09 Jul. 2012

Two Minutes in Paris:  A Love Story
International Cities, TIA Special Features

Two Minutes in Paris: A Love Story

Sometimes it takes two minutes — instead of one — to fall in love. Continue reading Two Minutes in Paris: A Love Story

People in Paris:  The Streets, The Routines, and the Beauty Unseen
International Cities

People in Paris: The Streets, The Routines, and the Beauty Unseen

Is it possible that Paris might just not be that special to Parisians? Continue reading People in Paris: The Streets, The Routines, and the Beauty Unseen

It Was an Earthquake, Not an Emergency.
American Cities

It Was an Earthquake, Not an Emergency.

The image above was one of the very romantic and memorable views of San Diego from my hotel captured on … Continue reading It Was an Earthquake, Not an Emergency.

A (Somewhat) Comedic Conflict of Cultures above Kuala Lumpur
ARCHIVES, International Cities

A (Somewhat) Comedic Conflict of Cultures above Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur. Christmas Eve. Horrendously hot. Morosely muggy. Extremely engrossing and exciting. During my time in KL*, I remember carrying … Continue reading A (Somewhat) Comedic Conflict of Cultures above Kuala Lumpur

Feature Photographer Interview:  Sam Antonio
ARCHIVES, Feature Photographers

Feature Photographer Interview: Sam Antonio

Ladies and Gentlemen, Friends and Subscribers to TIA International Photography, it is with extreme delight to welcome you to the … Continue reading Feature Photographer Interview: Sam Antonio

Coming Back Soon!
On My Mind

Coming Back Soon!

TIA International Photography’s blog has been on hiatus for over a month on account of multiple professional and personal projects, … Continue reading Coming Back Soon!

Feature Photographer Interview:  Steve Rosset
ARCHIVES, Feature Photographers

Feature Photographer Interview: Steve Rosset

Ladies and gentlemen from all realms of travel and photography, it is my genuine pleasure to introduce you to Steve … Continue reading Feature Photographer Interview: Steve Rosset

A View to a Thrill
American Cities

A View to a Thrill

I thought I would pay a small tribute to what I believe to be the most beautiful city in the … Continue reading A View to a Thrill

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