Moris Senegor
Beyond the Scalpel
Photography
I started photography at age fifteen and have been pursuing it since. My early interests were landscapes, cityscapes and street photography. Nowadays I am mainly a wildlife photographer. I also enjoy photographing the moon against various landscapes. Another favorite subject is San Francisco, a city I love.
Music
From 2000 to 2020 I lectured about classical music on behalf of the Stockton Symphony. Each lecture was about a select work to be performed in an upcoming concert. The lectures covered genres of symphony, concerto and choral works. The presentations began with historical context and continued onto a detailed description of how to listen to and interpret the work, with frequent musical examples. I am pleased to share the wealth of information I have accumulated over this period with a wider audience.
WINE
I’ve been a wine enthusiast since the 1990s. I participate in two local wine-tasting groups, visit countless wineries locally and abroad, and nurture a personal wine collection. Needless to say, this is accompanied by a broad culinary experience. You’re welcome to explore my blogs on this subject going back to 2006.
Recent Photo Essays
NIGHTIME ISTANBUL II; AROUND THE GOLDEN HORN
The Golden Horn is central to classic Istanbul. Known to Turks as Haliç, it is an estuary of the Bosporus at the junction with the sea of Marmara. On a map it looks like a horn, hence the name. South of the estuary is the Old City. To the[...]
Nighttime Istanbul I
Istanbul, a photogenic city, has a special charm at night with its various historic and modern landmarks colorfully lit. I have been exploring nighttime Istanbul with striking results. The Bosporus Strait with European Istanbul to the left, Asian on the right. It began with an opportunity to[...]
SECRETS TO SUCCESS WITH WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY
Have you ever considered shooting aerial photos of San Francisco and its environs? You can do it from commercial airplanes. Here’s what it takes.
