this is
the smell
of my
life.

This blog unveils the stories behind my lens as I capture the world. Join me in exploring life's simplicity and the diverse beauty of different places, seen through the eyes of a city-dweller with a camera and a backpack.
© Bruno Candiotto

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Dive into my handpicked book recommendations exploring narratives that inspire
- Ansel Adams in the National Parks: Photographs from America's Wild Places
- Cereal City Guide: New York (English Edition) (read it on Kindle)
- Elements: In Pursuit of the Wild - Rucksack Magazine
- Genesis (English Edition) - Sebastião Salgado (Portuguese Edition)
- How to Read a Photograph - Ian Jeffrey
- Kinfolk Travel: Slower Ways to See the World - John Burns (read it on Kindle)
- Peter Lindbergh: On Fashion Photography
Explore next-level recommendations that promise an enriching reading experience.
- Alex Webb: Dislocations
- Day Trading Attention: How to Actually Build Brand and Sales in the New Social Media World - Gary Vaynerchuk (listen it on Audible)
- Photographing America: Henri Cartier-Bresson / Walker Evans
Explore my personal gear selections, an assortment of tools and gadgets.
- Canon EF 50mm F/1.2 L USM: This lens has been my go-to for ages. It adds creamy goodness textures to my shots. It almost feel like I'm cheating…
- Echo Show 15: From streaming to smart home control, it's my go-to for a connected living.
- Thule GoPack Backpack Set: It simplifies all my journeys with 4 backpacks designed for seamless compatibility with Thule cargo solutions.
- Joby GorillaPod® Kit: I've never been a fan of lugging around tripods. This one has been solving my day-to-day problem.
- Lowepro GearUp Pouch: Life gets chaotic with tangled cables. These quality, practicality, and lightweight design keep my digital life organized.
- Ricoh GR III Street Edition: My underrated pocket-sized gem is always ready and never disappoints.

Featured Posts

Mobile photography captured with an iPhone, drawing inspiration from Kodak E100VS analog films. Taken from a low angle, the image showcases a vibrant blue sky as the backdrop to the iconic New Yorker building in New York. The famous New Yorker sign c — Breaking Myths: Why The Perfect Camera Isn't the Key to Better Photography?

Exploring Chile's Contrasts: Pain, Unusual Symptoms, and Lush Landscapes.

Crafting Timeless Narratives: A Guide to Reediting Your Photographs

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