My decision to try and learn #Italian as a third language (after German and English) was based on two things:
I want to travel outside of Germany again, and to my mind it's best if you understand the local language. However, since I want to avoid flying for environmental reasons, I preferred a nearby country.
Furthermore, my main hobby obsession is German #folklore - and German folklore has a large number of folk tales about #Venice and Venetians that read like drug-induced fever dreams. The opportunity to compare the myth to the real thing is too good to resist!
The Sestiere San Marco is the central part of the city, bounded by the Grand Canal on three sides and a line from the Rialto to the Doge’s Palace on the last. It is one of the smallest of the sestieri, but probably the most important.
The vicinity to the economic centre at Rialto and the political centre at St Mark’s made this the absolutely most […]
Venice Through Different Lenses: A Photographic Equipment Guide
Welcome to Venice, a city that floats on the dreams of artists and the aspirations of photographers. History lingers in the air, romance dances along the canals, and every view is a potential masterpiece waiting to be captured.
18 Jan 1547: d. Pietro Bembo at #Venice#otd scholar, #poet, literary theorist, member of the Knights Hospitaller and a cardinal - the modern typeface Bembo is named after him (WGA/Blythwood)
As a photographer who has conducted successful and popular workshops, I am frequently approached for tips on photography in Venice. This majestic city, floating on water, is a haven for photographers. With its meandering canals and historic buildings providing a backdrop like no other, Venice is unparalleled in its photographic appeal. This guide is crafted to assist photographers of every skill level. https://www.msecchi.com/journal/capturing-the-timeless-beauty-of-venice-a-photographers-guide
14 Jan 1572: William Bedell baptized #otd at Black Notley #Essex He would become an embassy chaplain in #Venice, Provost of Trinity College #Dublin, Bishop of Kilmore & translator of #Bible to #Irish#Gaeilge (ECC/eebo)
Venice, a city of timeless beauty and mystery, offers an endless canvas for photographers. From the serene canals at dawn to the vibrant streets at dusk, each moment in Venice presents a unique opportunity to capture something truly magical. As a seasoned Venice photographer who has traversed these historic streets and waterways, I've gathered invaluable insights into photographing this enchanting city. #venice#photography
The Sestiere Santa Croce is in the central western part of Venice, along the upper bend of the Grand Canal.
Today, the Tronchetto, the cruiser terminals and the Maritime station are parts of Santa Croce. They are, however, modern constructions reclaimed from the lagoon.
The now demolished church of Santa Croce on a painting by Bernardo Bellotto […]