This scene feels like a quiet slice of city life, caught just between comings and goings. The building’s classical symmetry—ornate arch, Corinthian capital, clean white stone—gives the whole frame a sense of stillness and structure. But what makes it work are the two men, perfectly placed without trying to be. One is walking in with a briefcase, almost mid-stride. The other is already inside, just past the dark doorway, head down, absorbed in his phone. The moment is unassuming, almost routine, yet the balance of shapes, lines, and timing turns it into something more composed. The subtle contrast between the open shadowed entrance and the bright white façade adds a feeling of depth. There’s a story here, though it’s hard to say what kind. It could be the beginning of a workday, a meeting, or something more personal. It’s one of those photos that holds still and gives you just enough space to wonder without saying too much. Clean, balanced, and quietly human.
Welcome to my world of photography. I am Martijn Jebbink, born in the Netherlands and living in Rome.
I grew up in a small town, surrounded by an impressive forest. In that environment I developed my own way of looking at the world. At first, I didn’t see..
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