This collection highlights the beauty of black and white photography. Without color, the focus is on light, shadows, textures, and shapes. In black and white, each photo captures a moment, a mood, or a detail that stands out more clearly. Take a look through these images and enjoy the simple, timeless feel of this style.
Café Engel, located at Aleksanterinkatu 26 in Helsinki, is an iconic café situated in the historic Sunnin House, one of the city’s oldest stone buildings dating back to 1765. The café offers patrons a charming atmosphere with views overlooking Senate Square and the Helsinki Cathedral. The menu at Café Engel caters to various tastes, serving…
Back to Takaragawa Onsen, the largest outdoor bath in Japan, lot of snow this time, what a delightful place! My brother and I were alone for most of our stay. I think he was disappointed… ;-) Note that I shot most of these naked, going from one bath to another and it was close to…
Awesome motion blur, this time from my little brother in the passenger seat.
Higashiyama Onsen (東山温泉) is an onsen resort in a valley just east of the downtown area of Aizu Wakamatsu. One particularly notable ryokan of the valley is the Mukaitaki Ryokan: a traditional, wooden construction, with its name written in gold on the side – you can’t miss it. Was lucky with the weather: it snowed…
Spotted an old Volkswagen Beetle in immaculate condition, a true time capsule on wheels. Judging by the driver, who looked like they might just be the original buyer, it’s been lovingly cared for over the years. A charming sight and a testament to the enduring appeal of a classic.
A JR railway platform at night in Tokyo, captured in black and white, transforms into a scene of quiet intensity. The interplay of light and shadow accentuates the architectural lines, while the glow of distant trains and platform signs adds a touch of urban drama. Passengers, blurred in motion or standing still, take on a…
Early morning at the office: nice view of Tokyo from the 41st floor of Mori Tower. Early morning at the office comes with a perk: a stunning view of Tokyo from the 41st floor of Mori Tower. The city stretches out in every direction, with the iconic skyline bathed in soft morning light. It’s a…
Stunning view of Taipei on my way back from Kaohsiung, with the city sprawling beneath the clouds. At the bottom right, Taipei 101 stands tall and unmistakable, anchoring the skyline. It would’ve been a perfect shot—if not for that pesky smudge on the airplane window! Still, a breathtaking moment.
Expressway tunnels in Tokyo, captured handheld with the GX85. The smooth lines, glowing lights, and sense of motion make these tunnels surprisingly photogenic, especially with the camera’s excellent stabilization handling the low light and movement beautifully. A little urban photography on the go!
Breakfast at Viron in Shibuya is a treat—admittedly on the pricey side, but the perk of taking leftover bread home softens the blow. Their pastries and bread are top-notch, perfect for a leisurely morning. Also, check out the light effects captured with the GX85; it adds a warm, inviting touch to the scene, making even…
Spotted Darth Vader and the stormtroopers holding court at Yodobashi Akiba. Nothing like a little Star Wars flair in the middle of a tech megastore to brighten the shopping trip. The Force is clearly strong with Akihabara’s geek culture!
Once again, the little Lumix delivered impressive results—this time, a 1/10s handheld shot capturing just the right amount of motion blur on a Tokyo train platform. The combination of image stabilization and sharp optics made it possible to freeze the moment while keeping the energy and movement of the scene alive. A small camera packing…