This picture transports you to the heart of Tuscany, just as the day is quietly awakening. The hills of Val d'Orcia lie under a soft blanket of morning mist, while a charming agriturismo - surrounded by cypress trees - slowly becomes visible in the golden light. What inspired me about this image was the magical contrast between the cool, misty background and the warm, yellow flowers in the foreground. You feel the stillness of the landscape and the fresh start of a new day.
I got up early to capture this magical moment, precisely because the fog in Tuscany always adds something mysterious to the landscape. It feels like a secret world where everything stands still for a moment. By playing with sharpness and blur, I wanted to emphasise that depth and atmosphere; the yellow flowers in front provide a sunny accent and draw you into the picture.
This work is perfect for anyone longing for calm, Italian ambience and a touch of romance in their home. It fits beautifully into both modern and classic interiors and provides that nice holiday feeling you look forward to every day.
In 2009 Roy Poots bought his very first SLR camera, a Canon EOS 450D. After having photographed everything for a while, he realised that he liked landscapes, architecture and (nocturnal) cityscapes the most by far. Since then, he has devoted himself to these subjects.
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