3
2025
Mini Hike
Budapest, Magyarország
These pictures were taken on my first week here in Budapest.
The one in white shirt it's me, Edoardo. The guy with a black shirt is Leonardo, my friend and also roommate. I used an old digital camera, which used to be my mother's one. I only use it for special moments
It was sunday september 7th, around four and five pm. Me and my friend went for a hike, which was organised by ESN Elte, a group of people who organize events for international students here in Budapest.
The aim of the hike was to reach the Elizabeth Lookout, passing through the Normafa gardens in the hills of Buda. It was really fun, even though we weren't dressed properly and the weather was very hot it was one of the best days since we got here.
3
2025
Reconnecting
Budapest, Magyarország
These simple sunset pictures were taken in Budapest by me after a long day of working and studying. Also, I’ve been having a hard time as a new student living in Budapest and adjusting to a new culture. I just finished a very intense therapy session and went out to see this amazing view of the sunset, bridge, and river. What made it special was seeing everyone taking pictures of it and standing there to watch. It made me feel at home and normal, and it was a reconnecting moment for life, people, and loving life.
1
2025
first evening in budapest
Budapest, Magyarország
At my first evening in Budapest, two girls from my hometown university and I went to watch the sunset. Our destination was the chain bridge. We were very optimistic until we stood in front of the green metal. It was really high, so we were a little embarrassed trying to jump on the bridge, because there were a lot of people watching us. One guy saw us, jumped down and helped us with a „Räuberleiter“ how it is called in Germany. The exact English translation would be „robber ladder“. Now we got up but were still very embarrassed. Fortunately, the sunset was really pretty (as you see on the picture). A few days later, we went there by night and tried going up by ourselves. It worked quite well but looked like we were trying to move like seals. This experience has led me to two conclusions. First: we are not dependent from any men and can do this quite on our own. Second: The jumping on the bridge part does not fit to the romantic sunset atmosphere.
1
2025
Visit from home
Budapest, Magyarország
Photostory
I came to Budapest for my Erasmus semester completely on my own. In a way that was on purpose and I got to know a lot of people, and now can call a few new people my friends but I also noticed very quickly that I miss my clos friends and my family from home. So after a month of being in Budapest on my own and discovering a lot of new things about a completely unknown city and also about myself, one of my closest friends from home came to visit me here.
She arrived via train and she travelled for around eight hours just to see me and spend time with me. Only after she left after we had an amazing week together and spend all day everyday together laughing, eating and partying, I realized that I am so lucky to have friends that come to see me, even if I’m so far away just to do everyday things together.
After that friend left, my parents came to see me. They also came via train but they had to travel a little over ten hours and I couldn’t spend everyday with them because of Uni and other stuff sadly. But they still came.
It is such a crazy experience to be able to show your friends and family a city that they have never been in, in a country that they have never been in. Realizing that home is where the people are that you love and are closest to and that they do indeed matter the most! I’m so happy to be able to experience Budapest and Hungary but I am also so happy that I cant wait to go home and live my life with friends and family again.
In the photo you can see my parents and I on our last day together, when we went on a little walk and drove with the old metroline 1, we had such a good time!
1
2025
An unforeseen happening
Gusinje, Montenegró
During vacation in the Balkans, we went to a hiking trip through the Balkans.
The story starts in Gusinje, a small village in the South of Montenegro, at the border of Albanie.
After 2 hours of hiking through the Balkan mountains, we arrive at the border of Albania. Then we see a police car with 3 police officers. At this moment, we didn't know what was going to happen.
When we arrive at the police officers, they asked us a permit to cross to border towards. Unfortunately, we didn't possess this permit. After long minutes of discussions and negotiations, we had to go back to the refuge in Gusinje, head down in disappointment.
As we talked to the local people, they said they never heard of police officers controlling the border, they said we have been crazily unlucky to meet this police officers at the border.
So, the next day we had to take the car and make 400 more kilometers to go to the refuge we would have normally reached after the first hiking day.
It was a big disappointment at the very moment, but the next day the things went back normal.
We lived a frustrating moment, but it became a funny memory of these vacations in the Balkans.
2
2025
19 March Protests In Ankara, Turkey
Ankara, Törökország
Two photographs from the 19 March Protests/Uprising, which I participated in during my final year of undergraduate studies in Turkey, were the two most significant events I have ever been part of in my life. This protests began with the president falsely declaring the university diploma of Ekrem İmamoğlu, the Mayor of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, who is seen as the only rival in the upcoming elections and the future presidential candidate, to disqualify him from the candidacy and send him to prison. This sparked significant public backlash against the government's oppressive and authoritarian regime, culminating in the 19 March Protests/Uprising. These two photographs are from the protests, in which I also participated as a demonstrator. oppressive, one-man regime government, and the ensuing major clashes between the police forces, acting on government orders, attempting to disperse the people with inhumane violence and methods. These two photographs were taken by me during two different protests in which I participated as an activist. The first photo is from the Action Committee at Middle East Technical University (METU), where I completed my degree this year and was also a member. In this frame, I captured the METU Action Committee, one of the most influential groups at our university, recognised nationwide and formed by students from other universities across the country, discussing the protest action plan decisions to be collectively taken with all students for the night protests to be held at our school. In this frame, all students are seen discussing with the police during the night clashes how to remain anonymous (not be exposed), be less affected by pepper spray, and avoid getting cold. We also see that they are wearing protective masks and listening to the ideas of a student representative who is on the podium at that moment. The main reason this meeting was held at night in the Physics Faculty was that, at that time, the police forces, who had been allowed by the rector to enter the campus illegally, were patrolling outside and arresting all students they saw (especially those they suspected of participating in the protests). The thing that gave us hope during our meeting, which took place in secrecy and fear, was both the presence of our fellow students from our own university, and the news that students from other universities, upon hearing about the unauthorised and illegal random arrests taking place on our campus, had come from their own campuses and were engaging in direct confrontation with the police at the main entrance gate of the campus. It was also the encouraging words of every student striving to improve our protest action plan and achieve a successful outcome.
The second photograph shows a student banner I saw during the civil protests in Ankara's main square, Kızılay Square, where I and my colleagues from the department participated. The message on the banner carried a truly significant meaning. The group that made the most noise and had the greatest impact during the 19 March Protests, in which almost the entire population of the capital participated, clashed directly with the police, and defended rights, law, and justice, was Turkey's Gen Z university students, who had previously been looked down upon and whose hopes had been dashed. During the protests, almost everyone held banners containing messages that were either comical, political, or social, expressing their opposition to the government's unlawful and illegal actions. The banner I saw, however, contained a bitter truth that mocked the president's style of speech in a sarcastic manner, reflecting the final stage reached: "We will ta-ke re-ven-ge for the youth you stole from us!"
4
2025
Steps Through History. Oxford
Oxford, Egyesült Királyság
In August I went to Oxford to visit my sister’s friend who’s doing her Master’s there. The city was honestly beautiful — it felt like walking through a movie set. Every building looked so old and full of character, and the whole place had this calm, intelligent energy.
Oxford University is one of the most prestigious in the world, and you can really feel its history everywhere — in the libraries, courtyards, and even the quiet streets.
We wandered around the Radcliffe Camera, the church with the tall spire, and under the Bridge of Sighs — all those classic Oxford landmarks. The weather was perfect, and the golden stone buildings looked incredible in the sunlight.
We ended the day at a small café, watching people go by and soaking up the atmosphere. Oxford really does have something magical about it.
1
2025
A Taste of Home in Vienna
Vienna, Ausztria
Last week, I went to Vienna with my friends. We found a Japanese restaurant, which reminded me of my home country, so we decided to have dinner there. Since I started studying abroad in Hungary in September, I hadn’t been to a Japanese restaurant. I really missed Japanese food. It was quite expensive, but it was worth it. I almost cried while eating.
After leaving Japan, I realized how wonderful my country is. In Japan, we can enjoy all kinds of food, such as meat and seafood, for around HUF 2200. I don’t really miss my friends or family so much, but I truly miss Japanese food.
However, this is a special opportunity to experience many kinds of European food and culture, so I’d like to enjoy this one year as much as possible.
3
2025
Chasing Purpose: From Local Voices to Global Vision
Mubi Adamawa State Nigeria, Budapest, Magyarország
From the dusty paths of rural communities where I held a camera and microphone to amplify unheard voices, to the picturesque streets of Budapest where I now hold a new dream this journey tells the story of growth, resilience, and purpose.
From a young age, I knew I wanted to make a difference in my world. I was that child who always looked after others ensuring my friends were okay and standing up for anyone who was treated unfairly. My friends nicknamed me “Comrade,” because even then, I refused to stay silent in the face of injustice. I was sometimes punished for speaking out, but that never stopped me from doing what I believed was right.
After completing my bachelor’s degree, I was faced with the inevitable question what next? My answer came through a media internship, where I trained as a journalist and became a community correspondent. I reported on issues that affected everyday people and demanded accountability from local leaders. It was fulfilling work, yet something inside me remained unsettled. I realised I was always reporting problems, but I wanted to be part of the solution.
I was a young journalist, deeply rooted in my community, driven by a passion to report the truth and stand for justice. I listened to people’s stories of struggle, strength, and survival and sought to make their voices count. That experience shaped my belief that change begins when we listen, learn, and act with compassion.
That drive led me into the civil society space, where I began capturing human stories, amplifying the voices of the voiceless, and helping communities access opportunities to thrive. Soon after, I transitioned into the humanitarian sector, working with people affected by the prolonged insurgency in Nigeria. Through donor-funded interventions, I saw lives transformed and for the first time, I felt a deep sense of fulfilment. I wasn’t just telling stories anymore; I was part of the change I once only reported.
After several scholarship rejections and countless moments of doubt, I finally found myself here in Hungary, a new chapter unfolding before me. My first photo of Budapest isn’t just a picture; it’s a reminder of perseverance, purpose, and the power of dreams that refuse to fade.
4
2025
Turning autumn
Budapest, Magyarország
It was one of those warm October days in Budapest when you can still feel a bit of summer, but the air already smells like autumn. The sky was bright blue, and the trees around City Park had started to turn yellow and orange. I was there with two of my friends from Germany who had come to visit me for the weekend.
We started our walk near Heroes’ Square and crossed a small bridge that led into the park. That’s when I took the first photo. The water below the bridge was calm and clear, reflecting the trees and the light. Everything was quiet for a moment I remember thinking how peaceful it felt, and how different this place was compared to the busy streets in the city center.
Living in Budapest has been exciting, but also a bit overwhelming. The city is big and full of people and noise, and sometimes it’s hard to feel at home. So that day with my friends, I felt something I hadn’t felt in a while a kind of calm and connection.
After crossing the bridge we came to this beautiful old building with statues on the roof and a big dome. It looked almost like a palace. The sun was shining perfectly on it, and the walls were glowing in a warm color. I took another photo there . I didn’t even know what the building was at first, but later I found out it’s part of the Széchenyi Thermal Bath.
We sat on the grass nearby, talking. One of my friends said that autumn always feels like change not in a bad way, but more like a reminder that nothing stays the same forever. I guess that’s true. Since moving here, a lot has changed for me. I’ve had to get used to a new language, new people and a lot of other horrible circumstances.
Later, we walked a bit further and came to another building that looked straight out of a fairy tale it was the the Vajdahunyad Castle. The light was soft, and the trees around the castle were half green, half golden. It felt like standing inside a postcard.
We stayed there for a while, just walking around and enjoying the view. There were families, couples, and tourists everywhere, but it still felt peaceful. Maybe because of the season everyone seemed slower, calmer, like they were also taking a moment to breathe before winter came.
When we left the park, the sun was already going down and the air was getting colder. I remember thinking how nice it was to see Budapest in this light… softer, more quiet, more human.
That evening, when we got home, I looked through the photos again reminding me of that day the laughter with my friends, the golden trees, the mix of excitement and peace I felt. It was such a simple day, but it made me realize how moments like this can change how you see a place.
For me, autumn in Budapest isn’t just about the weather or the colors. It’s about small changes… in nature, in people, and in myself.
So when I called this series “Turning Autumn,” I didn’t only mean the leaves turning. I also meant how we, too, turn and change, often quietly, without even noticing it. Just like the city, we’re always in motion learning, growing, and slowly becoming part of the place we’re in.
2
2025
The view I ran for
Batthyány tér, Magyarország
This picture was taken on the 27th of September around 7pm near the Batthyány tér metro station. I love this photo because of the funny story behind it.
While it’s not my first time in Budapest, I had never properly visited this spot. The last time I was here, we were leaving the city by car after a trip to Szentendre. As we drove past the Parliament near Batthyány tér, we were amazed by the view. I tried to take pictures from inside the moving car, but they were all blurry and unusable. My mom, wanting a good memory, told me to just get out and take a proper photo.
The funny part was that I didn’t have my shoes on, and there was not time to put them on in the middle of the traffic. So, I jumped out of the car in my socks and ran to find a good spot. People on the street were looking at me as if I were crazy, but at the end it was pretty funny. At that moment, I thought it would be my last chance to take a photo of this view.
Now, I am living in Budapest. When I went to see the Parliament from an apparently perfect spot, I realized it was the exact same place I had once run to in my socks, thinking it was my last opportunity.
1
2025
Mint otthon
Budapest, Magyarország
Ezen a képen a budapesti Parlament látható. Bármely más turista számára ez csak a város egy emblematikus épülete, számomra pedig olyan, mint az otthon.
Lehetőségem volt ezt az úti célt választani az Erasmusomhoz, és amikor ezt választottam, fogalmam sem volt, mit jelent majd ez a város számomra. Nemcsak a városba vagyok szerelmes, hanem a Parlamentbe is, függetlenül attól, hogy hányszor láttam már minden perspektívából, különböző időpontokban, különböző napokon, különböző időjárási körülmények között, vagy akár más „hangulatban” is... Mindig, mindig hihetetlennek és csodálatosnak tűnik számomra. Ami a leggyengédebbnek tűnik számomra, az az, hogy az a személy, aki alkotta, akinek megvolt a csodálatos ötlete és eredetisége, hogy ezt az épületet ilyen széppé tegye, megvakult, mielőtt láthatta volna befejezve. Ezért gondolom, hogy én, aki elég szerencsés vagyok ahhoz, hogy minden nap a saját szememmel láthassam, nem akarom elszalasztani a lehetőséget, hogy megnézzem, bámuljam és minden egyes nappal jobban beleszeressek, amikor elhaladok mellette.
5
2025
My trip back home
Selenge, Sukhbaatar, Mongólia
After living abroad for five years, I finally went back to my home country, Mongolia. I visited my hometown, Selenge, and it felt so good to be back. Everything reminded me of my childhood, the fresh air, the green hills, and the quiet countryside. This trip was very special because my boyfriend came with me. It was his first time in Mongolia, and I was happy to show him where I grew up. We stayed in traditional yurts, spent time in nature, and enjoyed simple things like watching the sunset and riding horses. For me, this trip was a mix of memories and new experiences. It was not just a visit home, but a chance to share a big part of my life with someone I love.
1
2025
Konyhakés
Hédervár, Magyarország
Ezt a kést magam kovácsoltam nagypapám egyik régi reszelőjéből. Papám ács volt, így értett a fa megmunkálásához, így mindig ha nyelet kellett készíteni valamelyik szerszámához, azt ő maga csinálta, rendre akác fából, így gondoltam ha már az egyik szerszámából készítem a késem, akkor én is abból a fából faragok nyelet, amit ő is használt volna. A markolat az akácon kívül sárga-és vörösrézből, illetve koriánból készült. Papám régi szerszáma ugyan kicsit más formában, de használatban maradt, és tovább öröklődött.
3
2025
Kirándulunk, kirándultunk
Budapest, Magyarország
Az analóg képeket a barátom, Gergely készítette, több kirándulás képei összesűrítve. Van köztük Budaörs, Normafa, Nagymarosi folyópart is. Amiért feltöltöm ezeket a képeket, mert nagyon tetszik a hangulatok ez a melankolikus, búskomor hangulat ami jól leírja az őszi időszakot, annak minden nehézségével és szépségével együtt.
3
2025
Első próbálkozások gyömbérkovásszal
Budakeszi, Magyarország
Már egy ideje beszippantott a fermentálás, nagyon szeretek ezzel a tartósítási móddal zöldségeket eltenni. A nyári melegben jött az ötlet, hogy kellene fermentált italokat is készíteni, frissítőnek. Ezt végül az ősz elejéig halogattam, mert sokkal körülményesebbnek tűnt, mint a zöldségekkel. Végül elkezdtem a gyömbérkovász nevelgetését, arra számítva, hogy sokadik próbálkozásra fog csak beindulni a folyamat. Tévedtem, már a második nap hatalmas buborékok jelezték, hogy elindult a fermentáció. Mikor összegyűlt elég gyömbérkovász két befőttesüvegnyi italhoz, a kertben kerestem alapanyagokat az ízesítéshez, ismét attól tartva, hogy kudarcba fullad a próbálkozás, nem akartam pazarolni. Végül egy földről felszedett körte és pár szál rozmaring került az egyik üvegbe, a másikba pár szem szeder és bors. Olyan volt ezeket elkészíteni, mint mikor a gyerekek mindent összekotyvasztanak egy üvegbe, majd az berohad. Ahogy teltek a napok és zajlott a folyamat, a folyadékok egyre színesebbek lettek, én pedig egyre kíváncsibb. Végül mindkettő klassz lett, a körtés édes, egy kis csavarral a rozmaring enyhe íze miatt, a szeder nálunk sokkal megosztóbb fanyarsága miatt. Készül a második kör fügével…
5
2025
Kempingezés Kisoroszin
Kisoroszi, Magyarország
Az év utolsó meleg hétvégéjét szerettük volna kihasználni, vízparton tölteni. A nyáron nagyon megszerettük a kutyás kempingezést, így most is emellett döntöttünk. Nappal még sütött a nap, lehetett úszni a Dunában, este pedig tábortűznél sütögetni, mivel vége az aszály miatti tűzgyújtási tilalomnak. Így volt alkalmunk kipróbálni végre a nyár elején beszerzett kis kályhánkat/sütőnket is. Szuper vacsora készült, a másnap reggeli padlizsánkrémhez pedig a padlizsánt sütöttük meg.
2
2025
Fű, fa, virág
Balatoncsicsó, Magyarország
Először vezettem egyedül a kocsit ilyen hosszú távon. Borzasztóan izgultam, csak érjek már Csicsóra! Végül megláttam a falutáblát, majd megálltam a tanárom háza előtt, és egy izgalmas hét kezdődött. Az ötvös nyári gyakorlat témája és inspirációja a természet, és a falu volt; akadt még két társam is a feladathoz, akiket addig kevéssé ismertem. Bejártuk Csicsót az elejétől a végéig, megismertük a helyieket, felkapaszkodtunk a Hegyestűig. Reggel a projekten dolgoztunk, az esték pedig hosszúra nyúltak a verandán... Egy kis kiállítást is szerveztünk a munkákból a műteremben. Ennek is vége lett, a nyár elpárologni látszott, de a kapcsolatok és az élmények mélységet kaptak. Ezen gondolkodtam visszafelé, miközben az ablaktörlő ritmusosan hányta az esőt a szélvédőről.
1
2025
Levendulás kert
Márianosztra, Magyarország
Ezt a képet a kertemben készítettem pár nappal azelőtt, mint hogy ide feltöltöttem. A levendula nem csak azért egy fantasztikus növény, mert nagyon finom az illata, hanem stresszoldó hatása is van, lenyugtatja az idegeket, izomlazító és hangulatjavító is egyben.
Depressziós tünetek esetében érdemes rendszeresen alkalmazni akár aromáját kinyerve vagy fürdővízbe keverve.
3
2025
Új nap, új remény
Lengyeltóti, Magyarország
Hosszú, aszályos és élményekben túltelített időszak után, ma reggel elmentem futni. Ébresztőóra. Semmi szundi.
Harmatos, nyirkos, hűvös a hajnal. Frissült a világ.
Kis nyújtás, aztán az első gondolatok megelőzése, futólépésekben. Bal-jobb, bal-jobb, érzem, ahogy sejtjeim ébredeznek.
Ebben a gondolattalan, ritmusos lüktetésben újra felfigyelhettem mindarra, ami az Élet Lényege.
Apróságok; lehunyt szememre vetülő fényjátékok, juharlevélről lecsöppenő harmatvíz íze a számban. Érzékeim újra kiélesedtek. Újra valahogy "a nézésen túlra" láttam.
Láttam faluszéli kedvenc körtefám csoffadt terméseit, akiket a beteljesüléstől végleg megfosztott az utóbbi idők csapadéktalan neheze. Az ezéjjeli hosszan pergő eső leverte s elkezdte bemosni őket és tápláló részelemeiket a talajélet nyüzsgő áramlásába. Csoda.
Hazafelé a nyárasban, ott, ahol fél órája is keresztülfutottam - csak akkor még
szűkebb spektrumú figyelemmel - párducgalócák sorai bukkantak elő az erdő gombafonalmátrixából. Termőtestek a mélyből. Csoda.
Hazaérve a kéktavi emberekkel kávézacckaparó, álmos mosollyal kacsintunk össze. Lassan bootoló, puhán ébredező, szeretetteljes emberek, amerre látok.
Van, ami nehéz, de ugyanannyira szép is - mint a reggeli közös zacckaparás. Közösségben ez sokmindenre igaz, s ebben a közösségben kiváltképp szép a nehéz. Ebben áll a kéktavi csoda.
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Jó dolog futni, na.
5
2025
Művészetek völgye 2025 (distortions)
Kapolcs, Magyarország
Ha tehetem évről évre le járok a völgybe(is), néha csak le ülök s figyelem az embereket, vannak olyanok akiket riaszt, engem feltölt ez a nyüzsgés, rengeteg különféle arc megannyi kis történet, spontán szituációk, és ezekből egy röpke kis idő alatt is van bőven, de mennyi marad meg emlékként mindebből bennem vagy másokban, akár érzelmi szinten, mennyire torzul az emlék később, van akire fél év után is emlékszem, nem folyamatosan csak be ugrik egy egy arc hozzá kapcsolódó szituáció, amikor belekezdtem ebbe a sorozatba, fel merült bennem egy kérdés, hogyan tudnám ezt vizuálisan is megjeleníteni, s nem csak mint egy szimpla normál fotót emberekről, az emlék sem tiszta s tű pontos, idővel torzul, részletek foszlányok arcok érzések illatok egyvelege ami marad......