Photography trip to Israel — every frame a gift

I came to Israel specifically for photography and the country delivered material at every turn. Masada at dawn was everything I'd hoped. Eilat's streets at dusk are an endless source of light and texture. The people, once comfortable with a camera, are extraordinary subjects.

world-class food culture gave me some of my favourite images of the year. The only practical note: expensive for the Middle East — plan around it. Otherwise this is a photographer's dream. I've rarely come home with so much usable material from a single trip.