Tour du Mont Blanc

Sep 12

In 2019, I hiked the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) with my wife Vasiliki and one of my closest friends, Yiannis. Unlike when we hiked the Colorado Trail (CT), this time I decided to take my camera along, at the time, my Nikon D850 paired with my trusty 35mm f/1.4 (if I did it now, that lens would be replaced by the GF 45 f/2.8).

Now, let me make this clear,
I wasn’t in “work” mode.

I actively try not to be when I’m traveling. When I’m out there, I want to capture my experience, not chase images to satisfy the photographer in me. I also try hard not to disrupt my companions’ rhythm just because I see a “good frame.” A holiday is meant to be lived, not staged.

That said… if you give me a camera for 10 days, while walking through mountains and valleys at that quiet, steady pace, I will come back with a few images.
It’s inevitable.

And while that’s true anywhere in life, hiking makes it crystal clear. In a single day, you’ll ride a rollercoaster of highs and lows. You’ll see a sunrise you’ll never forget. You’ll laugh with someone in a way you never quite do in daily life. But you’ll also be tested, sometimes more than you’d like. The weather can turn on you in minutes. A calm, easy walk can suddenly become a life-threatening scramble, and you find yourself wondering if you’ll see the next day.

It sounds extreme, but really, it’s just the reality of being outdoors, the rawness of each moment. And for me, that’s where the beauty lies.

Silvio Rusmigo

Silvio is a freelance documentary and commercial photographer based in Cyprus, with a deep passion for capturing the beauty and significance of nature conservation, cultural heritage, and the great outdoors.

Growing up on a Mediterranean island, Silvio was inspired by the people, folklore, and natural landscapes that shaped his environment. His work reflects this rich upbringing, aiming to tell visual stories that highlight the importance of exploring and appreciating the world around us.

He holds an MA in Photojournalism and Documentary Photography from the London College of Communication (UAL) and remains committed to refining his craft while sharing his passion through meaningful collaborations and creative projects.

https://www.silviorusmigo.com/

Tour du Mont Blanc

Now, let me make this clear,I wasn’t in “work” mode.

That said… if you give me a camera for 10 days, while walking through mountains and valleys at that quiet, steady pace, I will come back with a few images. It’s inevitable.

It sounds extreme, but really, it’s just the reality of being outdoors, the rawness of each moment. And for me, that’s where the beauty lies.

Omiros and our ongoing jam sessions

Environmental & Cultural Education Programs

Now, let me make this clear,
I wasn’t in “work” mode.

That said… if you give me a camera for 10 days, while walking through mountains and valleys at that quiet, steady pace, I will come back with a few images.
It’s inevitable.