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Mario (@carlito) - Collective Profile | Rijen, NL Brain Researcher. As a trick in writing short story goes: "Show. Don't tell!." So I'm shutting up! Recent posts: a man takes a selfie outdoors. he is wearing glasses and a green shirt., a nighttime street scene with a neon sign above a building entrance. two cars are parked on the side of the road., a man in a beanie and scarf looks up in a city square. the photo has a shallow depth of field, with blurred figures in the background., a black and white photo of a flea market in puebla, mexico. the image features various vintage items, including metal signs and bottle caps., a black and white photo of a building facade with ornate balconies in barcelona. the image captures the architectural details and shadows., a man poses in a black blazer adorned with decorative pins. the background features colorful abstract paintings., a cute brown and white puppy is laying on a dark chair with a chew toy in front of it. the puppy is wearing a shirt., a man takes a selfie in a train, with orange graffiti in the foreground. the image has a modern, urban aesthetic., a person sits on a wooden bench, gazing out at a vast landscape of trees and rolling hills. the sky is a brilliant blue, dotted with fluffy white clouds., a man poses in front of colorful graffiti. he wears a red shirt, black pants, and glasses., a photo of a modern building in rotterdam, netherlands, with a korean-themed mural and signage. cars are parked on the street in front of the building., a hallway with theater posters on display. the concrete walls and unique lighting create a dramatic and eerie atmosphere., a gray cat is viewed through a magnifying glass held by a person. the cat is the primary subject, with the magnifying glass adding a playful element., a man in a patterned shirt and glasses looks up thoughtfully. the photo is taken indoors with a window in the background., a stunning view of a castle perched atop a rocky cliff, showcasing the historical architecture against a backdrop of a clear sky., .
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Mario @carlito

As a trick in writing short story goes: "Show. Don't tell!." So I'm shutting up!
Rijen, NL
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A man takes a selfie outdoors. He is wearing glasses and a green shirt.
Missing the Mexican heat
A nighttime street scene with a neon sign above a building entrance. Two cars are parked on the side of the road.
At night, I am alive
A man in a beanie and scarf looks up in a city square. The photo has a shallow depth of field, with blurred figures in the background.
Looking for Kölsch (bier)
A black and white photo of a flea market in Puebla, Mexico. The image features various vintage items, including metal signs and bottle caps.
Flea market in Puebla
A black and white photo of a building facade with ornate balconies in Barcelona. The image captures the architectural details and shadows.
Romantic balconies of Barcelona
A man poses in a black blazer adorned with decorative pins. The background features colorful abstract paintings.
Upcycled blazer on
A cute brown and white puppy is laying on a dark chair with a chew toy in front of it. The puppy is wearing a shirt.
Play date with my fave girl
A man takes a selfie in a train, with orange graffiti in the foreground. The image has a modern, urban aesthetic.
Train selfie
A person sits on a wooden bench, gazing out at a vast landscape of trees and rolling hills. The sky is a brilliant blue, dotted with fluffy white clouds.
Waiting for you in the (Black) forest
A man poses in front of colorful graffiti. He wears a red shirt, black pants, and glasses.
Graffiti’s in Ghent
A Writer’s Woe I wanted to write a narrative about us. But you wouldn’t give me a paper. I am tired of holding my pen.
A photo of a modern building in Rotterdam, Netherlands, with a Korean-themed mural and signage. Cars are parked on the street in front of the building.
Korean in Rotterdam
A hallway with theater posters on display. The concrete walls and unique lighting create a dramatic and eerie atmosphere.
Dramatic and eerie
An Ode to Oomes I wanted to write an ode for you. I thought it goes well with your surname. Ode. Oomes. An ode to Oomes. It has been in my head for so long, awaiting to be written on a sheet of paper. Passionately scribbled for you to read. I have clearly conceived the words I would use. The picture I would paint. All the elements I would weave to chisel out the beauty I witnessed. What would it contain? Your Plato-like intelligence. I thought you were a descendant of ancient philosophers. Your Narcissus-like face. I thought you were drawn from mythological pieces. Your Adonis-like figure. I thought you were sculpted after iconic deities. I have never adored someone like this before. It must be the alcohol. It must be the x. Or I must be romanticizing everything about you. A fool in love, they say. A fool who made you infallible. I made you a saint. I made you a god. I made you unattainable. I made you perfect. I have never been so wrong. So I am not writing one. To correct my distorted view of you. This is not an ode.
A gray cat is viewed through a magnifying glass held by a person. The cat is the primary subject, with the magnifying glass adding a playful element.
Pookie
No Apologies Necessary You apologized for being unromantic. And I said nothing. Missing our ride, you hugged me upon my late arrival. You explained how you freaked out when you didn’t see me on the tram. You looked around. You called my name. You thought you lost me. I was an idiot then. I thought I lost my card so I didn’t get on. But your reaction was pretty sweet. It was heartwarming. It was precious. Yet you apologized for being unromantic. Lying side by side, you asked me if I was happy. I nodded. “Very happy?”, you probed. I said yes, looked at you with smile carved on my face, and threw back the question. You said yes. “Very happy?”, I probed. You said no, looked at me with gloom painted on your face, and pointed out my departure. I felt a pain in my chest. You apologized for being unromantic. And now, I am saying something. Listen closely.
A man in a patterned shirt and glasses looks up thoughtfully. The photo is taken indoors with a window in the background.
Pondering
A stunning view of a castle perched atop a rocky cliff, showcasing the historical architecture against a backdrop of a clear sky.
The tale of a landlocked state
A vintage bicycle is parked in front of a charming building, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility and European charm.
Parked
A unique overhead shot of a cafe interior, featuring a man taking a photo in a mirrored ceiling. The design is modern and geometric, with a focus on reflections and angles.
Coffee dates in den Haag
A view of the Pencil building in Rotterdam, Netherlands, framed by the unique architecture of the Markthal. The image captures the modern design and urban landscape.
That pencil building outside Markthal
A man stands on a brick walkway, looking back at the camera. Boats and a blue sky fill the background.
In the intersection of the sea and sky
A black and white photo of a gift basket filled with Italian food items. The basket includes wine, pasta, cantucci cookies, and other gourmet treats.
Italian gift
A man poses for a selfie, wearing glasses and a stylish coat. He is looking at the camera with a slight pout.
Fast forward to autumn so I can wear my coats
A photo of a Primark store in a grand, ornate building. The building has a classic design with domes and intricate details.
Primark in a fancy building
A black and white photo of a winding staircase in the Château de Malmaison. The image captures the architectural details and historical ambiance of the space.
Staircase in Château de Malmaison
A dark blazer is adorned with a collection of decorative brooches. The brooches include butterflies, bees, flowers, and bows.
Upcycling thrifted blazer
A scenic view of the Barcelona marina on a bright, sunny day. The image captures the city's architecture against the backdrop of the sea and sky.
Barcelona marina
Photo by carlito
Cocktail bday card from my friends
A minimalist, modern design featuring a geometric light fixture against a dark wall. The image emphasizes lines and angles, creating an abstract composition.
Lines
A colorful mural of a girl painting on a wall in Barcelona. The artwork is detailed and vibrant, showcasing the city's artistic flair.
Barcelona street art
A black and white photo of a Mexican balcony with a spiral staircase. The image captures the architectural details and the interplay of light and shadow.
Mexican balcony
A man poses in a stylish outfit in a black and white photo. He is wearing shorts, a jacket, socks, and shoes.
Finding the rhythm
Afternoon coffee date
A black and white stencil of a young girl holding a book, with Spanish text below. The artwork is on a white door, with framed art pieces on the wall to the right.
Street art as subversion
Irreverence Sometimes, I imagine Amsterdam, As a leather-clad Dionysus, Just like how Tom pictured, With greek god physique, Subversive demeanour, And insatiable hedonism. In the dark alleys, Of that street we took Pride, I followed the shadows, Interacting and intertwined. Smoke from a fag, Veiled a bearded face, In carnal exaltation Of someone’s piping. Secrets of the night, Unraveling right in front Of a youthful soul, Whose identity is lost - Or merely yet to be discovered - In the wilderness Of a distant, foreign city. Coming (of age), One that is stunted, Cruising masked subcultures Of dom cap and sneakers. Emotions and socialisation, Clashed on this fleeting moment. Confused yet mesmerised, Questioning but intrigued. Sometimes, When I look back, To that formative period Of discovery and curiosity, I aspire for that irreverence To narrate my truth Of my chosen family to my own.
A nighttime cityscape featuring a building with illuminated windows and a restaurant with red neon lights. The dark atmosphere creates a moody and urban aesthetic.
Neon lights
An interior shot of a church, showcasing ornate architectural details. The image highlights columns, sculptures, and ceiling art.
Salvatore
A man takes a selfie indoors, with a sunset visible through the window. He is wearing glasses and a striped shirt.
Catching the sunset
A large Ferris wheel dominates the frame against a cloudy sky. The photo captures a seaside amusement park scene in Scheveningen, Netherlands.
Weekends in Scheveningen
A photograph of an ancient building with columns against a clear blue sky. The image captures the remnants of a historical site, showcasing architectural details.
Remnants of the glorious past
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
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