Author: phppi

I am a photographer with a passion for street photography, urban landscapes and urban lifestyle. I have created this blog to share with you my thoughts and tips.

3 Tips for Travel Photographers

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A panoramic photograph of the woods surrounding Cortina d'Ampezzo, Dolomites, Italy

There are several reasons why you might be passionated about travel photography. I would like to share with you 3 tips to become more efficient and productive.

How Travelling Empowers Your Photography

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A long exposure photograph through an aperture of cave in Retiro Gardens, Madrid

Travelling is the best way to invest your money if you want to improve your photography. I would like to share with you three reasons why this investment will make you a better photographer.

Black and White or Colour Photography?

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This photographs shows rays of light filtering though some threes in Villa Borghese, Rome

I have been struggling in deciding whether to convert my photographs to black and white or not for a long time. I have come up with a few tips that might make your life easier if you have asked yourself the same question.

How to Find Your Unique Style

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A cityscape of Saint Peter Basilica in Rome at sunset. This has been photographed using a long exposure technique to smooth out the water

I have been asked how to find your unique photography style. I think that this question is worth discussing. So, I would like to share with you some tips to achieve more consistent results over time.

3 Tips to Be More Productive When Making Street Photographs

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A black and white long exposure street photograph of two men training at Villa Borghese Gardens, Rome

Street photography can be an incredibly demanding and overwhelming genre. I would like to share with you 3 tips to make you more efficient and productive when making street photographs.

Photography Basics and Street Photography: Composition

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A black and white cityscape of Saint Peter Basilica, framed inside the arch of bridge

This is the final chapter of the series: 'Photography Basics'. Today, I will discuss the importance of a strong composition to help the viewer to focus on the main subject of your photograph. I will give you 5 of my favourite composition technique for you to practice.

Photography Basics and Street Photography: ISO

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A black and white cityscape photograph of the Unicredit Tower, Milan

This article focuses on the ISO and how it can be used to maximise your efficiency and responsiveness as street photographer.

Photography Basics and Street Photography: Aperture

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A black and white street photograph of three guys, riding kind of a bike at Villa Borghese Gardens, Rome

This is the second article of a the series: 'Photography Basics'. Today we will talk about the aperture and how this impacts on the photograph sharpness and depth of field. We will also discuss how to use it to be more creating when making street photography.