I always get excited when I can explore places I haven’t visited before. When everything is new and is waiting to get discovered it is really easy to find great subjects to photograph. I get inspired by the unknown; it helps me to look differently and to find unusual perspectives.
Right now I am feeling a bit stuck because travelling is limited due to the current world and health situation. So I decided to explore Klagenfurt - a city very close to me.
I live close to Klagenfurt for already 20 years, but actually never took any pictures there – I guess this resonates with the thought that when something is near and could be seen every day, it is not that special or interesting to discover. You already know every corner and your eyes don’t look at the surroundings the same way as if it would be something completely new and exciting. You most probably associate the city with daily routines like going to work or visiting a doctor instead of focusing on the beauty the city has to offer. Without any doubt Klagenfurt is a lovely city which is wonderfully located and definitely worth a stroll. If you take a closer look you can find great architecture, a wonderful old town centre and lots of nature. I am already looking forward to my next stroll through this city.