Silent Nave- Abbazia di San Galgano
The Abbazia di San Galgano rises from the Tuscan countryside like a weathered skeleton of stone, its roof long gone, leaving the sky itself as its vaulted ceiling. On this moody day, dark clouds swirl overhead, their shifting grays echoing the abbey’s worn limestone walls.
About Artist
Derek Trapp
Landscape and cityscape photographer based in Calgary, Alberta. I’m a passionate photographer with a love for capturing the beauty of the natural world and the vibrant energy of urban life. Photography has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but it wasn’t until I retired from a long and successful career in the business world that I truly immersed myself in this art form. What began as a hobby quickly became a passion as I discovered the transformative power of light and composition in creating breathtaking images. My artistic journey has been one of discovery, patience, and dedication. Sunrise and sunset, in particular, have become my favorite times to create—moments when the world is bathed in golden hues or soft twilight, and every detail is imbued with a sense of magic. These fleeting windows of time demand precision and persistence, but the reward is unmatched: dramatic skies, glowing landscapes, and cityscapes alive with light and shadow.
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