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Cinematic cityscapes & travel photography across Europe 📸🌉
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“One of the secrets of life is to make stepping stones out of stumbling blocks.” — Jack Penn

#calesthenicsworkout #ghettosport #workout #motivation #sports #strength #strenghttraining #justdoit #riseup #motivation #power #success #focus #menthalhealth #inshape #physicalstrength #motivation #streetsport #fitness #hardwork #hardworkpaysoff #bestrong #sport #street #instamood taken in Leipzig, Germany by @marcdane_photo

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2 years ago

This is where it all began @ BIBLIOTHECA ALBERTINA in Leipzig.

Between books, columns and high ceilings, I spent years learning, researching, writing and creating, slowly finding my own way: a life shaped by curiosity and the freedom to create.
From studying communication design and working in the editorial field for @ttt_titel_thesen_temperamente and @arte.tv , one thing has always stayed with me: curiosity.

The Bibliotheca Albertina was never just a place of learning. It was a retreat, a space for thoughts, and a quiet place where daydreams could turn into concrete ideas.

Today, I bring together photography, creative direction and creative concept development for workshops, guided by a belief that has become increasingly important to me:

To feel truly alive means having the privilege to pursue what genuinely fulfills us and giving every facet of who we are the space to exist, unfold and let our inner light shine.

For a long time, I worked mainly behind the scenes developing concepts, shaping stories and inspire others to bring their ideas to life.

Now here Iam, stepping into the frame myself.
Somewhere between curiosity, ideas and the freedom to create.

Thank you for being here.
I’m happy to share this part of the journey with you. 🤍

#photographer #albertina #photgraphy #aboutmechallenge #photography taken in Leipzig, Germany by @marcdane_photo

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12 days ago

Dresden bathed in the first light of day. 🌅📸

An early wake-up call almost always pays off in photography.

This morning, I wandered through the empty streets of Dresden to capture the perfect play of light and shadow with my camera.

dresdenphotographer #cityscapephotography #earlybirdcrew #germanytravel #ig_germany taken in Dresden, Germany by @marcdane_photo

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a month ago

Golden hour hits different on the Lido. 🌅✨

Capturing the quiet magic of Italy’s streets just as the sun dips below the horizon. Every corner tells a story when the light is this perfect. 🇮🇹📸

#travelphotograph
#goldenhourvibes
#exploreitaly
#sunsetvibes
#italy_vacation taken in Venice Lido, Venice, Italy by @marcdane_photo

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a month ago

FASCINATION MEETS REALITY. 📷🖤

Look into these eyes. That perfect symmetry. That graceful calm. A photographer’s dream. 🦈

But behind this glass, reality hits.

Sharks are built for the endless, open ocean. They belong in the wild, not in circles. Beautiful to witness, but a heavy reminder of where they truly belong. 🌊

Let’s talk: Can we truly appreciate their beauty behind glass? 💬

#shark #underwaterphotography #oceanphotography #marinephotography #underwaterworld taken in Acquario di Genova by @marcdane_photo

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2 months ago

Venice is pure magic made of stone, light, and water. 🎭✨

As a photographer, this city never ceases to amaze me. The sharp play of light and shadow between historic palazzi, the reflections in the canals—every alley tells its own story.

To me, this place is an eternal love letter to photography.How does this mood speak to you?

Let me know in the comments! 📸👇

#travelphotography #explorevenice #travelvenice
#goldenhour #travelling taken in Venice, Italy by @marcdane_photo

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2 months ago

Golden Hour Along Leipzig’s Parks & Rivers ✨🌿

There’s something special about Leipzig in the early evening. As the sun begins to set, the parks and rivers are bathed in warm golden light, creating a calm and peaceful atmosphere.
These are the moments I love capturing most—when nature, light, and the city come together in perfect harmony.

Which shot is your favorite? 📸❔

#landscapephotography #cinematicphotography #naturelovers #earthfocus #leipzigliebe taken in Leipzig, Germany by @marcdane_photo

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4 months ago

Leipzig, but make it a beautiful blur. 📸✨

They say you know your hometown like the back of your hand—until you slow down time.

For this series, I let Leipzig’s stunning architecture stand perfectly still while the rest of the city blurred into paths of pure energy. It’s my favorite way to capture the invisible heartbeat of these streets.

Are you team „sharp & frozen“ or team „ghostly motion blur“? Let me know your favorite frame❔

streetphotographyinternational #streetphotography_color #life_is_street #streetdreamsmag #fromstreetswithlove #capturestreets taken in Leipzig, Germany by @marcdane_photo

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4 months ago

🌿Big update for creators:

Instagram now supports the new 3:4 format - and it completely changes the way we can share visuals.
‼️ More natural compositions
‼️ Better use of screen space
‼️ More immersive storytelling
‼️ Less cropping, more details

For this post, I combined the new format with peaceful nature shots from the park - the perfect way to show how much more atmosphere and depth a photo can have in 3:4.

What’s your opinion on Instagram’s new format?Write down!👇🏼

#naturephotography #photography #nature #green #naturelover taken in Leipzig, Germany by @marcdane_photo

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5 months ago

Berlin: Raw, real, and rarely quiet. ⚡️

Lost in the rhythm of the city. Today was all about wandering through Berlin’s streets and capturing the raw energy that makes this place so unique. From gritty street art to iconic landmarks, there’s a story waiting around every corner. Berlin doesn’t try to be perfect, and that’s exactly why it’s a photographer’s dream.

📸👇Which Berlin neighborhood should I explore next? Drop your tips below! 📸👇

#berlincity #travelling #travelphotos #kiezliebe #travelphotography

Should the tone be even more artistic and poetic, or do you prefer it short and punchy for a quick scroll? taken in Berlin, Germany by @marcdane_photo

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5 months ago

Spring has officially painted Leipzig in shades of fresh colors 🌸✨

Every street feels softer, every breeze carries a little magic, and the cherry blossoms turn ordinary moments into postcard memories. This is the season where the city truly blooms — and so do we.

#cherryblossomseason #springinleipzig #sakuravibes #bloomingmoments #leipziglove taken in Leipzig, Germany by @marcdane_photo

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6 months ago

From raw to real — bringing street moments to life 🎞️

Turning a simple street scene into a story with a few edits in Lightroom.
It’s all about light, contrast, and the mood you want to create.

#streetphotography #rawshots #visualstory #editingtutorial #visualstoryteller taken in Wien, Austria by @marcdane_photo

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