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Jun
Jun
After years of shooting with Canon’s 5D Mark IV, I was beyond ready to upgrade to the Canon R5 Mark II. The hype was real, and I couldn’t wait to take it out for a spin. But what I didn’t expect? To feel totally overwhelmed.
Category Archives: Travel Photography Tips & Insights
Whether you’re a seasoned travel photographer or just starting out, this space offers practical tips, creative insights, and mindful techniques to help you capture the feeling of a place—not just the look.
Travel Photography Tips & Insights, Travel Stories from the Road
Hiking Through Portofino with my old Canon Rebel XTI ????
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May
May
I recently decided to challenge myself with a hike through one of my favorite stretches of Liguria, Italy. The twist was that I could only take photographs using the first camera I ever bought- the Canon Rebel XTI from 2006, complete with its original 18-55mm kit lens, and absolutely no editing allowed afterward.
Of Lens & Mind, Travel Photography Tips & Insights
Three Views of the Colosseum: One Monument, Many Selves
15
May
May
I remember the first time I saw the Colosseum. I had already been living in Florence for a while, quietly dodging the guilt of not having made it to Rome yet. I was learning Italian, and I was trying to figure out how to build a life here- one that actually worked. Rent, bureaucracy, language all felt like too much. I needed a break, so I booked a last-minute getaway to Rome.
Travel Photography Tips & Insights, Travel Stories from the Road
Accidentally Walking in Circles: My First Time Getting Lost in Grenoble, France
13
May
May
When I first arrived in Grenoble, it was late. I’d taken the bus from Genova—it clocked in just under six hours, around five hours and forty-five minutes. Honestly, I loved it. Buses give you a different kind of view than the train—slower, more grounded, more revealing. On the way there, it was dark and I couldn’t see much when we passed through the Alps, but on the way back? Breathtaking.
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May
May
The first time I went to Paris, I didn’t plan to fall in love with Les Halles. I had booked a room near the Louvre — purely out of practicality. I had work meetings nearby and figured staying close would make the logistics easier.
24
Apr
Apr
One of the first lessons I learned in photography is that a unique perspective can be the difference between a striking image and one that goes unnoticed. I was hired to cover the ping pong rematch between the USA and China at the Nixon Library in Yorba Lin
Travel Photography Tips & Insights
Rome, Elevated: Vantage Points That Changed the Way I See the City
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Apr
Apr
I’ve been to Rome over 30 times—and I don’t regret a single trip. Each visit has taught me something new, not just about photography, but about the city itself. Early on, I realized that snapping photos was great, but truly paying attention—listening, learning, and absorbing the stories behind the sights—made the experience even richer.
17
Apr
Apr
The first time I went to Camogli, I had zero expectations. I didn’t Google it. I didn’t have a plan. I just started walking—classic me. And when I reached the entrance of the town, up on a hill before you descend a staircase into the main part of Camogli, I stopped. Right away, I felt it. I didn’t know what I was walking into, but I knew it was going to be something special.
10
Apr
Apr
The Eiffel Tower is one of the most photographed landmarks in the world, yet few truly see it. As an artist, I believe in looking beyond the obvious—seeking out the details, the textures, and the moments that make something iconic feel like something new again. This isn’t your standard travel photography blog.
Of Lens & Mind, Travel Photography Tips & Insights
Florence in Focus: Rediscovering the City in Black and White
08
Apr
Apr
I’ve always had a deep appreciation for black and white photography. Over the years, working professionally, I’ve discovered that, in my experience, shooting in color is often more challenging than capturing a compelling black and white image.
