Panoramic 1st place winner

Here are three panoramic shots of the Dolomites: a sunset over the Latemar, the first light of morning over the Brenta Dolomites, and the Milky Way arch over the Vajolet Towers and the Rosengarten.

My name is Nicola Simone, but everyone knows me as Nico. I'm a photographer originally from Puglia, who moved to Trento in 2016, where I found my ideal place: the Dolomites. These mountains, with their sharp peaks and breathtaking landscapes, hold a profound attraction for me. It was here that I discovered and cultivated my passion for photography in 2019, when I received my first SLR as a gift. Since then, travel has become my mission: to capture the essence of these extraordinary places through images that express emotions, silences, and adventures. My photography doesn't follow rigid patterns: it's a visual exploration, often characterized by a somber and reflective atmosphere. I love depicting landscapes that seem suspended in time, inviting those who view my images to immerse themselves in a dimension of profound connection with nature. Through my shots, I want to inspire those who cannot experience these things firsthand, ideally taking them with me to the peaks, into the woods, and before the enchanting lakes of the Dolomites.
Awards: 3rd place APPC2024/Landscape