Get to know me…

Snow-covered mountain with pine trees in the foreground and clouds in the sky.

My journey into visual art began in childhood with drawing and painting. Creating always brought me peace and helped me express the way I see the world. Over time, my love for nature and art became one - and I started to feel the urge to preserve the quiet beauty I experienced outdoors: the sound of water, the colors of a sunset, the stillness of a forest path.

Painting wasn’t enough anymore. I wanted something more immediate, something that could truly capture the moment as it was. That’s when photography found me. In 2005, I picked up a camera for the first time and began exploring the world through a new lens.

Reflection of a person taking a photograph in a decorative, circular mirror with a wooden frame.

My first introduction to photography theory was in the library of my hometown, where I discovered an old book - Photography by Milan Fizi, written in the 1970s. Though it focused on analog photography, the timeless principles it taught - aperture, shutter speed, exposure, composition - are still the foundation of my work today. I searched every antique shop to find a copy of that book, and it remains one of my most valued possessions.

Since then, I’ve continued learning through experience, online resources, and constant exploration. Photography is an ever-evolving art form, and I believe in growing with it - always curious, always learning.

Silhouette of a new family with a newborn, parents holding the baby close, faces touching, in black and white.

The type of photography I connect with most deeply is portrait photography - especially capturing children and weddings.

Children are wonderfully honest and unfiltered in their emotions, and I always try to photograph them in natural settings like parks or playgrounds, where they can simply be themselves. Whether it’s joy, curiosity, or a quiet moment, children never pretend—and that authenticity is what I love most.

Weddings, on the other hand, offer a completely different yet equally emotional experience. I feel honored to witness and capture such a meaningful day in people’s lives—the quiet glances, spontaneous laughter, and emotional moments that make each celebration unique. My goal is always to document these moments in a natural, timeless way, so couples can relive them for years to come.

A couple embracing in a park during sunset, surrounded by greenery and flowers, with tall buildings in the background.
Colorful hot spring with vibrant orange, red, and turquoise waters.

Nature and street photography are also vital parts of my work and creative inspiration. Being outdoors has always brought me peace and sparked my creativity—I’m drawn to the stillness of landscapes, the shifting light, and the quiet moments that often go unnoticed. Whether it’s a misty forest, a glowing sunset, or the texture of a mountain path, nature allows me to express emotions without words and connect deeply with its beauty.

Reflection of people walking on a wet sidewalk or street, seen through a puddle, with trees and structures reflected in the water.

Another genre I’m passionate about is street photography, especially when I travel. It allows me to bring together two of my greatest loves: discovering new places and capturing authentic, unscripted moments. I love wandering through unfamiliar streets, exploring corners that aren't on the map, and finding beauty in the everyday. In those spontaneous moments - when people don’t know they’re being photographed - I often find the most genuine energy. Street life photography lets me document not just architecture or landmarks, but the soul of a place. That’s what fulfills me - sharing those moments so others can feel the life, spirit, and emotion behind each image.

Through my work, I try to share not just images, but emotions - peace, wonder, stillness, presence.

I want my photos to invite you into the same quiet moments that first inspired me to pick up a camera.

A scenic view of a river winding through a lush green valley surrounded by mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
Night sky filled with stars, a lightning storm over distant mountains, and a shooting star in the upper left corner.
Colorful hot spring with turquoise water, orange and brown mineral deposits, steam rising from the surface, and visitors walking along wooden pathways in a geothermal area.
Nighttime scene with lightning bolts striking over the water, streetlights illuminating a rocky shoreline and buildings.
Nighttime cityscape with tall buildings and a lightning storm overhead, purple and white lightning strikes illuminating dark clouds.
Nighttime cityscape of downtown Chicago with illuminated skyscrapers and streets, view from above.
A silhouette of a bird perched on a snow-covered tree branch with a blurred background of snow and tree branches.
Close-up of a chamomile flower with white petals, yellow center, and a water droplet hanging from one petal against a blurred green background.
Close-up of delicate plant stems with tiny seed pods against a soft blue sky with sunlight.
The Eiffel Tower seen from below, surrounded by trees with some leaves turning colors, under an overcast sky.
Nighttime view of the Eiffel Tower illuminated in Paris with clouds in the sky. People are standing on a wet surface, some taking photos and others looking at the tower.
View of the Brooklyn Bridge with its steel towers and suspension cables seen between two red brick buildings against a partly cloudy blue sky.
Person wearing a scarf and denim jacket taking a selfie with a seagull standing nearby against a cloudy sky.
A person riding a scooter on a cobblestone square near classical statue sculptures, with the person and scooter casting long shadows.
Black and white photo of two women, possibly nuns, standing on a city street looking at their phones. In the background, the architecture suggests a European city, with a large domed building resembling St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
Close-up view of frost patterns resembling leaves on a cold, surface.
Full moon against a black night sky.
A scenic landscape of mountain valleys with a river flowing through, captured during sunset or sunrise with a warm, orange hue in the sky.
Silhouettes of a person and a dog by a lake with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.
Silhouettes of six people standing and sitting near a large window in an airport, with reflections on the floor
A gondolier in a striped shirt and straw hat steers a decorated gondola along a canal in Venice, Italy, with historic buildings on the side.
The Hungarian Parliament Building, a large Gothic Revival style structure with a central dome, seen on the banks of the Danube River in Budapest, Hungary.
Black and white photo of a coastal city with buildings on a hill, a bridge in the background, and rocks along the shoreline with water gently flowing over them.
A view through a stone archway showing a cobblestone path leading to a medieval stone castle with towers and battlements, illuminated by the setting sun.
View of a mosque with multiple minarets, framed by blurred metal structure, with boats on water in foreground and cityscape in background.
Tamara Patel