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Japan: Shirotori Garden, Nagoya's Oasis of the White Bird
Shirotori Garden (白鳥åºåœ’) , located in the heart of Nagoya, is a serene and beautifully crafted traditional garden that spans 3.7 hectares....


France: Mystery and Legends of the Faux de Verzy
Enigmatic, bizarre, curious, legendary... These are some of the adjectives that come to mind when discovering the famous forest of the...


Landscapes and Minimalism: The Creative Power of Snow in Photography
In the vast realm of photography, capturing snowy landscapes holds a unique position. A place where minimalism merges with the philosophy...


Japan: The Great Tsunami of 2011, Already 10 Years
On March 11, 2021, Japan commemorates the 10th anniversary of the most significant tsunami in their history. On March 11, 2011, a violent...


Landscapes and Minimalism: The Influence of Chinese Shanshui in Photography
Shanshui (山水), which literally means "mountain-water" in Chinese, is an artistic and philosophical concept of landscape representation...


China: Yuyuan, the Garden of Harmony and Health in Shanghai
Yuyuan Garden, located in the old town of Shanghai, is an outstanding example of the classical Chinese gardens of the southern Yangzi...


Japan: 5 Essential Gardens for Landscape Photography
The art of Japanese gardens is imbued with mysteries. These miniature representations of imaginary or existing landscapes offer landscape architects an infinite margin for personal expression. Although these gardens can be classified into styles corresponding to specific periods, they remain peaceful places of contemplation for the visitor. Here is a selection of 5 historical gardens that have particularly fascinated me in all seasons. © O. Robert To offer scenes that challen


Shui-mo: From Brush to Film, a Dialogue Between Painting and Photography
A personal and introspective look at how these art forms, separated by time and culture, converge in their pursuit of minimalism. Drawing...


Japan: The Yushi-en Garden in Matsue
There are rare moments in a photographer's life that leave an indelible impression on their mind. An encounter or a discovery often provides the opportunity to capture some stunning shots, or at the very least, to preserve an unalterable memory. This was my case when I discovered this garden for the first time. Yushi-en remains one of the most beautiful gardens I have ever visited in Japan. © O. Robert It's obviously a matter of personal taste. But having visited hundreds of


Japan: The Garden of the Adachi Museum of Art in Yasugi
This private museum, created by Mr. Adachi Zenko in 1970, houses an exceptional collection of paintings by Yokoyama Taikan and various other Japanese artworks. A passionate lover of gardens and a major art collector, Adachi Zenko wanted to create this museum and garden as a tribute to his hometown, while also contributing to the cultural development of Shimane Prefecture. © O. Robert His aim was to connect his collection of Yokoyama Taikan paintings with a lush garden. Intere


Shui-mo: The Art of Chinese Ink Painting as a Source of Inspiration
The Shui-mo is an ancient and sophisticated art of Chinese ink painting that transcends the boundaries of geography and time. It was once...


Japan: Photographing the Snow Monsters in the Hakkoda Mountains
Located in Aomori Prefecture in northern Japan, the Snow Monsters are the result of unique weather conditions in the Hakkoda Mountains....


China: 9 Spots for Minimalist Photography Around West Lake (Part 3)
The city of Hangzhou is a historical and cultural gem of China. West Lake, in turn, is a significant source of artistic and literary...


China: Hangzhou and the West Lake, 2000 Years of Cultural History (Part 1)
The city of Hangzhou is a historical and cultural jewel of China. West Lake, on the other hand, is an important source of artistic and...


Japan: Photographing the Uradome Coast in Tottori
Nestled in the Tottori Prefecture, the Uradome Coast is a geological wonder stretching along the Sea of Japan. Famous for its spectacular rock formations, steep cliffs, and crystal-clear waters, it presents a landscape shaped by millennia of marine erosion. A limitless subject for photography. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) Along the Uradome Coast, numerous spots have been set up to allow you to descend along the cliffs and reach the shore close to the sea. The un


Japan: The Maibara Tree Says Goodbye to Lake Biwa
Maibara is a little town located in the Shiga Prefecture of Japan. It is situated in the northeastern part of the prefecture, on the eastern shore of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan, and extends up to the Ibuki Mountains and the border with Gifu Prefecture. Maibara is part of the Biwako Quasi-National Park and is particularly known for Mount Ibuki, the highest point in the prefecture. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) But it is primarily for its remarkable tree


China: Descending into the Huangshan Canyon and Traveling Back in Time (Part 5)
Among all the representative landscapes of China, the Huangshan Mountains are certainly the most famous. They are also known as the...


China: Huangshan, What Equipment to Bring and On-Site Logistics (Part 4)
Among all the representative landscapes of China, the Huangshan Mountains are certainly the most famous. They are also known as the...


China: Capturing the Eternal and the Ephemeral of Huangshan, How to Organize (Part 3)
Among all the representative landscapes of China, the Huangshan Mountains are certainly the most famous. They are also known as the...


China: Traveling to the Huangshan Mountains (Part 2)
Among all the representative landscapes of China, the Huangshan Mountains are certainly the most famous. They are also known as the...


China: Huangshan, the Celestial Mountains Between Mist and Granite (Part 1)
Among all the representative landscapes of China, the Huangshan Mountains are certainly the most famous. They are also known as the...


Japan: Lake Yogo, Tranquility a Stone's Throw from Lake Biwa
Lake Yogo, often referred to as the "Mirror of the Sky", is a small lake located north of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Although much smaller than Lake Biwa, it maintains a close and interesting relationship with the latter, both geologically and in historical and cultural terms. Another gem for minimalist lake photography. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) Relationship with Lake Biwa Geologically, Lake Yogo and Lake Biwa are both situated in a region charact


Japan: The Biwa Lake Marsh, an Ideal Ecological Refuge for Photography
The Biwako Marsh, also known as the "Wetland," refers to a wetland ecosystem located to the north of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Classified as a Ramsar priority site, this marshland area is also a prime location for wildlife and landscape photographers. Fine Art Print © O. Robert (Purchase here) It is undoubtedly in winter that I have spent my best moments as a photographer in this region. The morning frost on the branches of submerged trees gives the images a surre


Japan: The Amaharashi Rock in Takaoka
Undoubtedly, Japan is filled with these natural spots that photographers like for landscape photography. Particularly wild, its coasts...
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