A curated collection of our 2025 photography adventures, featuring aerial views, cultural moments, scenic landscapes, and stories captured across Europe and beyond.
Thrilling Christmas 2025 Murzasichle Tatra Adventures Begin As the car rounded the final bend, the Tatra Mountains revealed themselves against an impossibly blue sky. Our thrilling Christmas 2025 Murzasichle Tatra adventures were about to begin.…
Our Magical First Frost Walk The year had turned cold, and the mornings were crisp. Consequently, I slipped on my boots, grabbed the camera, and set out with Dorota and Monty, our Shih Tzu. Monty…
The First Frost of the Season: A Magical Countryside Walk The first frost of the season transforms the countryside into a magical scene of quiet wonder. Every blade of grass, every reed, and even the…
Embracing Weather as a Creative Force in Photography How Weather Shapes Stunning Photography Creativity is a theme that explores how changing and challenging weather conditions profoundly influence photographic art. Understanding how weather shapes stunning photography…
The Czechowice drained ponds offer a mesmerising glimpse into centuries-old traditions.Each autumn, the drained ponds of Czechowice unveil a remarkable spectacle, where centuries-old tradition entwines with the changing seasons in this tranquil corner of Poland.…
Every year on All Saints’ Day (November 1st), Poland’s cemeteries transform into a sea of flickering candlelight, creating a moving tribute to departed loved ones. Known locally as “Zaduszki,” this tradition sees families gather to…
Autumn walk by the water: Our afternoon with Dorota and Monty was filled with golden light and gentle beauty. The sky was an endless blue, sunlight glancing off the reeds and water, promising a quiet…
As the seasons turn and the world around us transforms, the team at View From My Lens invites you to step into a realm of wonder and adventure. While far-flung travels may capture our imagination,…
Step into the whimsical world of Monty, a Shih Tzu with a personality as grand as his luxurious mane. This little lion is not just a dog; he’s a living, tail-wagging testament to the fact…
Echoes of Adventure: Five Unforgettable Moments With Monty Photo Studios (VFML) As the gentle warmth of summer breathes its last, there’s a curious hush to the air—a whisper of change, and of memories waiting to…
For those who love immersing themselves in genuine travel experiences, the “View From My Lens” channels offer a captivating window into our journeys. Through raw, authentic, and visually engaging travel videos, we share the places…
Standing at the crossroads between autumn’s fading warmth and winter’s approaching embrace, many of us find ourselves facing a familiar photographer’s dilemma. Those spontaneous weekend escapes to dramatic coastlines become rarer. The golden hour that…
There’s something timeless about walking by the water on a bright summer’s day. The world slows, the air feels lighter, and each step becomes part of a rhythm as old as the seasons themselves. Over…
There’s something timeless about wandering by the water on a bright summer’s day. The world seems to slow, the air feels lighter, and each step falls into a rhythm as old as the seasons themselves.…
Step into the quiet rhythms of Władysławowo in late summer, where the Baltic waves whisper against the shore and fishing boats drift slowly in the soft glow of evening light. Wander along windswept beaches, pier-side…
Step into the serene and quiet beauty of Ruciane-Nida in late summer, where still lakes shimmer under soft sunlight and boats drift silently across the water. Wander through misty mornings, sun-dappled shores, and hidden corners…
There’s a certain magic to a place where the land ends and the vast unknown of the sea begins. It’s in the air, a captivating scent of salt and possibility, and it’s in the sound,…
Journey beyond the ordinary to Ruciane-Nida, a place where the Masurian Lake District’s quiet magic unfolds. Tucked away in the heart of Poland, this serene region offers a welcome escape from the relentless pace of…
This time, our journey took us north, to Władysławowo, where the horizon was no longer framed by pines but stretched endlessly across the sea. Each morning, the Baltic greeted us differently — one day whispering,…
We spent a week in Ruciane-Nida, a place where stillness itself seemed alive. From the apartment balcony, the wide expanse of Jezioro Nidzkie unfolded before us, changing with every shift of light. Morning reflections shimmered…
Websites, even the smallest of them, have a way of telling a story. For us, MontyPix began as something purely functional—a digital signpost pointing people towards our photography and studios. Useful, yes, but it always…
Beneath the sheltering trees along the 6.5-kilometre path of Lake Paprocany, moments unfold as if they were waiting to be discovered. A ripple skims the surface of the water, a shadow stretches across worn timber,…
Beneath the sheltering trees of a 6.5-kilometre path around Lake Paprocany, moments unfold quietly — a ripple across still water, a shadow stretching over worn timber, a slant of sunlight that lingers as though it…
A 6.5-kilometre circular walk around Lake Paprocany unfolds as a journey of quiet discovery, where every step reveals subtle moments often overlooked. Shadows stretch across wooden walkways, sunlight glimmers on rippling water, and the gentle…
Beneath the watchful gaze of towering pines and beside the still, glistening waters of Zbiornik retencyjny Gańczorka, the day seemed to drift between reality and a dream. The sun cast a golden shimmer over the…
Last Sunday, under a sky of unbroken blue, we found ourselves standing at the edge of Zbiornik retencyjny Gańczorka — a reservoir where human ingenuity and untamed nature meet in perfect, unsettling harmony. The sun…
Every morning, at around eight o’clock, I take Monty – our small, spirited Shih Tzu – for his walk. It’s a routine so ordinary on the surface, yet quietly extraordinary to me. Most people start…
In an age where images flood our screens by the million, there remains an elusive realm where photographs transcend mere visuals — where they become portals to places, moments, and memories seldom seen or understood.…
There’s something timeless about tracing old paths on two wheels—no engine hum, no rush, just the steady rhythm of pedal strokes echoing through the quiet corridors of the Polish countryside. This afternoon’s 27.92 km…
Photography, for me, has never been merely about taking pictures. It’s about observing—truly seeing. A weathered door. The curve of a shadow in the late afternoon. A fleeting glance between strangers. There’s a quiet poetry in…
There’s a certain kind of day that asks nothing more of you than to walk — slowly, quietly, and without purpose beyond the journey itself.This was one of those days.The sun was shining, but the…
There are days when the world feels like it has paused just for you, when the sun shines brighter, the breeze carries whispers of freedom, and every moment feels perfectly framed for memory. This was…
There is something timeless about the act of ascending a viewing tower — a quiet promise of perspective, both literal and metaphorical. On a bright Sunday, with the sun generously spilling its warmth, my wife…
Our recent trip to Kołobrzeg was the kind of journey that invites you to slow down, breathe, and notice the details that usually slip by. With Dorota setting a leisurely pace and Monty snug in…
Join me on a breathtaking aerial journey over the Castle of Montjovet, a forgotten medieval stronghold nestled in the dramatic landscapes of Italy’s Aosta Valley. Once a strategic fortress along ancient Alpine routes, today it…
Take to the skies for a peaceful aerial tour of Cascina S. Nazario, where the sunlit Italian countryside unfolds beneath you. This short film captures the rustic charm of open fields, the gentle rhythm of…
Italy rarely disappoints — it is a land of poetry, sun-washed stone, and unhurried afternoons — yet on our recent journey through Liguria, Noli stood out as a revelation. We went in search of genuine…
Italy has a way of revealing itself slowly, in layers of history, landscape, and quiet wonder. Among its many treasures, the Forte di Bard stands as a sentinel over the Aosta Valley — a fortress…
Amid sunlit streets and historic corners, Italy reveals itself in quiet, unexpected moments. The real heart of the journey lay not in landmarks, but in the warmth of a friend and his family. Their hospitality…
There are meals—and then there are Italian meals. In the heart of the countryside, far from the clatter of tourist streets, we discovered a feast that was as much about connection as it was about…
Embark on an aerial journey over Stróża, a peaceful Polish village nestled in the heart of the countryside. This serene drone view captures the tranquil beauty of rural life, from rolling green fields and winding…
Take to the skies and experience the quiet charm of Stróża, Poland, as seen from above. This captivating drone footage offers a unique aerial perspective of the village’s historic church, surrounded by rolling fields and…
Nestled among golden fields and whispering trees, Stroza feels like a secret the world has kept tucked away. The air carries the scent of wildflowers and sun-warmed earth, a gentle perfume that seems to linger…
Take a step (or soar) into the world of sweeping vistas with this bird’s-eye view of expansive acreage, complete with tranquil ponds and rolling terrain. It’s the kind of scenery that makes you want to…
Ready for a little escape to nature? This aerial drone tour whisks you away over lush, scenic land and shimmering ponds, offering a serene yet breathtaking perspective of the great outdoors. It’s as if you’ve…
Our wanderings in Gdańsk led us away from the clatter of the waterfront and into a quieter, more secret side of the city—its gardens. Here, hidden paths and tucked-away green spaces whispered of another Gdańsk,…
On a crisp spring morning, we found ourselves drawn to Malbork Castle, not to wander its grand halls this time, but to stand back and let its scale and majesty unfold before us. From a…
This Easter, we left behind the buzz of screens and city life, seeking the quiet embrace of Wilczé Błota, a village tucked between lush forests and shimmering lakes. From the moment we arrived, the village…
Who could have predicted this? Early April in Tychy, yet the air feels like mid-July — thick, warm, and heavy with the scent of blossoms just beginning to awaken. Today, Paprocany Lake seemed to shimmer…
Meet Monty, our spirited little Shih-Tzu and the undisputed star of our adventures. Fluffy, clever, and endlessly enthusiastic, he has a personality that fills every corner of our lives — and often leaves us laughing,…
Nestled in the heart of Poland, Kudowa-Zdrój is more than a picturesque spa town; it’s a gateway to nature, history, and quiet adventure. Dorota and I spent days wandering its charming streets, with Monty trotting…
There is something magical about wandering through the quiet streets of Żywiec, Poland, where history whispers from every cobbled square and the mountains cradle the town in a gentle embrace. On a crisp morning, my…
