Stefano Politi Markovina

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Photographing Spanish windmills

Spanish community of Castilla-La Mancha is worldwide famous for its iconic white windmills. In the last few years, these windmills caught also the interest of more and more photographers.

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Best photography spots in Asturias

Asturias is a captivating blend of lush landscapes, dramatic coastlines, and charming villages. This hidden gem of northern Spain boasts iconic landmarks that are a photographer's dream.

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Chamberi ghost metro station

Looking for some unusual shooting while in Madrid? Then, Chamberi ghost metro station might be something you really enjoy.
Chamberi is a defunct metro station on Line 1 of the Madrid Metro, one of the largest and oldest rapid transit systems in the world. Continue reading “Chamberi ghost metro station”

Shooting at Nymphenburg Palace

 

I chose the glorious baroque and rococo Nymphenburg Palace as one of my destinations for shooting photos during a recent trip to Germany. The palace sits just outside Munich and ranks among the tourist highlights of the Bavarian capital. Continue reading “Shooting at Nymphenburg Palace”

How to photograph markets

Whether you are visiting a vibrant European city or exploring an exotic Asian village, markets must be definitively on your travel bucket list. In the same place, you can find a wide variety of colorful goods, animated stallholders, interesting people and an exciting environment to discover with your camera.

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Creative workflow in photography: a few tips

The creative workflow in photography is made of several important steps related to technical and creative decision every time you want to shoot a new subject with your camera. 

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Photographing El Cabanyal: Valencia’s Most Colorful Neighborhood

The colorful seaside neighborhood of El Cabanyal is one of Valencia’s most rewarding areas for photography. Once an independent fishermen’s settlement, El Cabanyal became part of the city at the end of the 19th century. Despite its integration into Valencia, it has preserved a strong local identity and a distinctive visual character shaped by its maritime past.

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The Importance of Framing in Photography

If there’s one composition technique that can instantly elevate your images, it’s framing. As photographers, we’re constantly looking for ways to guide the viewer’s eye, tell better stories, and create images that feel intentional—and framing does exactly that.

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Photographing Sheikh Zayed Mosque

Photographing Sheikh Zayed Mosque is truly a pleasure for the eyes. The lavish, bright white Sheikh Zayed Mosque is a perfect place for photography if you visit the United Arab Emirates.

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New York photo gallery

New York is the most photographed city in the world. Surprised? Despite the countless images of the Big Apple circulating online, in newspapers, and in magazines every day, the world’s appetite for new views of New York never fades. Continue reading “New York photo gallery”