art – Dario Solera Photography

I’m Trying Film Photography

Dario Solera — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Notice the verb tense: trying, not tried. As I write this, I’ve already gone through six rolls of film on four different analog cameras. Why? When I mention that I’m shooting film – or when people see me using these ancient cameras – the first, obvious question is always the same: why? It all started […]

I’m Retiring PoTM

Dario Solera — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Yesterday, on a whim, I decided to put an end to my Print of The Month series. It started as an experiment – something fun and structured – but over time it slowly became more of a chore than a creative spark. And, if I’m being honest, it didn’t bring much visibility or financial return […]

PoTM: Quiet Neighborhood

Dario Solera — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Autumn has arrived in full force – at least here, where I’m writing from – and it stirred a memory I’ve been meaning to share: a new print from last year’s fall in Shetland. Shetland still lives quietly in my heart. I remember how the light shifted by the minute near Meal Beach. The wind […]

PoTM: There, Nowhere

Dario Solera — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Unlike most times, I actually had to wait quite a while to get this shot when I was in London, UK some time ago. I could see the potential – it had all the ingredients for a great photo – but I was missing one key element: a willing subject or two. Just when I […]

PoTM: Steel, Power, Fields

Dario Solera — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +0000

Another classic case of “stop the car now and take the shot.” I took this photograph in the Lomellina region of northern Italy. What caught my eye was the striking contrast – the vibrant green rice fields, the soft orange-pink sky, and the stark lines of the power structures stretching into the distance. This kind […]

PoTM: Ethereal Moments

Dario Solera — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:00:00 +0000

This photograph is one of those rare instances when a fleeting scene demanded to be captured – shot from the roadside, fully aware that I’d never see it quite the same way again. Ethereal Moments leans into a darker, more introspective mood, yet at its heart, it reflects the quiet serenity of untouched nature. There’s […]

PoTM: Essence of Shetland

Dario Solera — Mon, 05 May 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Here’s another one from Shetland – this place just never leaves my mind. And honestly, how adorable are Shetland sheep? Even under a moody sky, the scene feels vibrant and full of life. There’s a calmness to it that brings me a deep sense of peace. As always, you can find this photo available as […]

PoTM: Red Remnants

Dario Solera — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 10:30:00 +0000

This solitary, weathered red telephone box caught my eye as we drove through Shetland. I hesitated, didn’t stop – and instantly regretted it. Some scenes simply demand to be captured, and this was one of them. It had all the right elements: a minimalist composition, a striking subject, and an atmospheric backdrop that added to […]

How Many Photos Are Too Many?

Dario Solera — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:00:20 +0000

I have over 1,100 photos published on my website.Is that too many? It’s not an easy question to answer. Yes, it’s a lot, but… That number represents only about 14% of the photographs I’ve post-processed and less than 5% of the total images I’ve captured – since the beginning of time. I strive to keep […]

Minimalism or Context: Choose Wisely

Dario Solera — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Photography shows us that each scene can be captured in multiple ways, each offering a unique perspective and result. Take a look at the first image. A solitary tree stands in a misty field beneath a striking purple sky, hinting at either sunrise or sunset. Its bare branches suggest winter. In the background, faint outlines […]