Spring in Lombardy (Italy)

Ruggero!!!WOOOOOOOOOOWWWW WWWW!!!!Oh mio Dio!!Che meraviglia!!!!Sono senza parole difronte a tanta bellezza!!Questo coloratissimo album infonde nel cuore tutta la gioia della primavera e tutta la bellezza e la poesia della campagna lombarda!!Bellissime le lunghe stradine tra i campi verdi, i cieli azzurri e sereni ,gli alberi e i fiori che per me hanno sempre un fascino particolare e i riflessi nell'acqua che sembrano grandi specchi rivolti verso il cielo!Fantastiche le prospettive e la profondita' delle immagini!Come sempre SEI GRANDE!!!Spero di cuore che questo tuo ultimo capolavoro venga al piu' presto notato per una super meritatissima feauterd!!Grazie per avermi regalato tanta delizia per gli occhi e tanta gioia nel cuore!Ciao carissimo Ruggero!ti invio tanti affettuosi saluti con un forte abbraccio e un bacione!Con amicizia,affetto,stima e ammirazione:-))Caterina

said ambra2005 2006.05.19 at 01:50:58 PDT

Ruggero!You have created the most gorgeous of albums my friend!I always adore your simplistic shots with field and sky,lone tree they are always perfect and magnificent.But you are so versatile and then introduce the romantic ,the reflected,the framed and so your artistry goes on and on forever!Always the wonderful eye ,the opurtunist with the camera!I salute you great master of photography!I am so blessed to be able to call you friend!Love and hugs to you and yours -Lynne

said lynne294 2006.05.19 at 03:12:10 PDT

CIAO Ruggero! I think we can learn from you. You have patiently gathered the very best of your photos for years so now we can enjoy an excellent album discovering the beauty of Lombardy which is unknown for many of us. I agree with Lynn's comments. It sometimes seems that you think the sceneries near your home are "boring", but in fact, you have an eye that sees and finds nature's beauty even in the most familiar places. The album is delightful and refreshing, with fantastic copositions, most wonderful reflections, flowers and colors. ANCORA UN APPLAUSO E GRANDE ABBRACCIO!! Orly

said orlyyahalom 2006.05.19 at 03:23:54 PDT

Grazie Ruggero, per questo splendido ritratto della tua terra, che e' pure la mia (sono di Cremona!) Ciao! Roberto

said rodemicheli 2006.05.19 at 05:05:06 PDT

Caro Ruggero, ebbene sì, hai colpito ancora! queste foto mi affascinano, semplici, perfette, grandi linee, grande respiro: BELLE!!! Clara

said clarita137 2006.05.19 at 05:19:16 PDT

Caro amico Ruggero, non ci vuole molto per fare delle fotografie stupende; basta guardare fuori dalla porta di casa, osservare, inquadrare, mettere a fuoco, scattare.....ed ecco un capolavoro fotografico della nostra bella Lombardia. Spero sinceramente che questo album faccia il giro del mondo perchè lo merita. Ho commentato alcune fotografie, avrei dovuto commentarle tutte visto la perfezione, le fantastiche composizioni fotografiche, i riflessi; ne ho importate per il mio salvaschermo quattro o cinque, non potevo esimermi dal farlo. Grande Ruggero! Un abbraccio, Renato.

said renato26 2006.05.19 at 05:55:05 PDT

Si' e' un fish-eye 12-24 della Sigma... con la 5D che ha un sensore full-frame (35mm) senza crop, i grandangoli sono impressionanti. Fin troppo :o) Ciao! Roberto

said rodemicheli 2006.05.19 at 07:08:56 PDT

GULP!!! Stavolta ho perso del tutto la favella! Mio caro e prezioso Ruggero, credo che tu sia riuscito a superare ogni mia aspettativa ... e si che da te mi aspetto solo ed esclusivamente "capolavori", ma la prepotente vitalità, la brillantezza dei colori, l'intensità emotiva e l'avvolgente e bellezza di queste immagini vanno oltre la semplice "arte fotografica" e sfociano in sfumature di poesia, magia, incanto e meraviglia! Resto incantata, come una bambina, davanti ai contrasti cromatici, alla perfetta struttura dei giochi di linee che catalizzano lo sguardo, alla dolce malinconica emozione che ti avviluppa il cuore davanti alla commovente bellezza di quel grigio cielo che illumina con una morbida e calda luce la piccola chiesa, alle distese di papaveri che riempiono gli occhi di allegria ... Grazie, caro amico, per questa ridda di emozioni contrastanti ed intense che il tuo album mi ha regalato! Con infinita ammirazione, un grandissimo abbraccio. Simona

said simonaman 2006.05.19 at 07:12:02 PDT

This is a BEAUTY!!One picture after another, perfection!! You really did a wonderful job!!!Trudy-Oregon

said hamiltrudy 2006.05.19 at 07:35:43 PDT

Wonderful shot! Love the reflections. It exudes joyful peace. I really enjoy viewing your work. Chris in Ohio

said cmb1944 2006.05.19 at 08:55:42 PDT

Hi Ruggero, you never disappoint me with your albums. Every time I visit a new album of yours I find wonderful pictures and this one is great! Thanks for collecting so many wonderful pictures over the years so that we all can enjoy very much. I also enjoyed visiting your new joint project of Alassio album. Another beautiful album by a group of very talented photographers is not something we find every day in Webshots. Thanks for sharing these 2 albums with all of us. Wishing you a wonderful weekend, Yair.

said ykarelic4 2006.05.19 at 09:38:23 PDT

Beautiful album Ruggero. All the words have been said, all the praises have been sent before me today.... I just add that you are a terrific artist and a precious friend. Congratulations and a standing ovation/kathy =T1

said katifelkai 2006.05.19 at 16:41:04 PDT

Ciao Ruggero, What a wonderful surprise to find you posted a new album today. As always you have captured my heart with your photos. WOW. Just breathtaking. I feel as if I have been on a bike ride with you. Thanks so much for sharing. Have a great weekend!! Cathy

said sunprincess8 2006.05.19 at 18:29:10 PDT

Hi, Ruggero; How in the world do you get those colors!? Do you have a special camera? They're fantastic! As usual :) Ciao! Carmela.

said carmela2000 2006.05.19 at 21:08:53 PDT

Green suits you well Ruggero! Enjoyed the spring through your eyes. Take care and enjoy your day. Eti

said etiswinford 2006.05.20 at 02:44:07 PDT

Hi Ruggero! You gave me such a good time with your new album! Very harmonic pictures with a touch of positive melancholia ... The RED POPPIES are my absolute favorite flowers, and to view them here in this very fresh green enviroment is just above fantastic. You are simply the BEST, Ruggero!! Take care! Ingrid

said freelanser107 2006.05.20 at 04:05:14 PDT

Wow I love poppies and grow ones in my yard as big as my face. This would be incredible to see!!!

said sherryforte 2006.05.20 at 04:20:00 PDT

you should put some of your photos in contests on www.betterphoto.com you would win.

said lara27croft 2006.05.20 at 08:32:22 PDT

Ciao Ruggero, Ho appena finito di ammirare questo tuo ennesimo capolavoro. Una volta ti ho definito "il re delle nuvole"; lo ribadisco; sei un mago nell'equilibrare i colori e i contrasti cielo/nuvole. Maurizio.Italy

said mauriziomalangone 2006.05.20 at 10:36:48 PDT

Ciao Ruggero! Grazie della questa album nuova - e' bellissima. Mi piacciono le papavere, i prati di'oro, i reflessi, e tutto di quella verde! Bravissimo, amico mio caro. Ti abbraccio! Beth

said bvillanyi 2006.05.20 at 14:42:59 PDT

Hi, Congratulations for your beautiful album and thanks for sharing. Andre

said richtofen500 2006.05.20 at 21:10:46 PDT

Hi Ruggero; that a beautifu album. Most of us don't think about Italy being so green. It is wonderful that you caught it with everythings so fresh and new and also lots of water. Beuatiful views and lots of variety. Thanks for sharing, Marjie

said windflowers43 2006.05.21 at 07:03:20 PDT

Caro Ruggero, si direbbe che quando sei in giro tu, il cielo diventi più azzurro, l'erba più verde, i papaveri più rossi, l'aria più trasparente e le nuvole meglio allestite per decorare il tutto alla perfezione... No ho mai visto la pianura padana come un paesaggio interessante - ma qui ci dimostri che può essere bellissima; basta guardare bene! In questo splendido album, che per me figura tra i tuoi migliori in assoluto, scelgo come mie immagini preferite i # 10, 19, 51 e 53; mi piacciono anche particolarmente le magiche panoramiche della 35 e 52. APPLAUSI !!!!

said swissmike62 2006.05.21 at 07:12:24 PDT

Hi Ruggero! The tours are always so enjoyable! The colours are always so brilliant! The landscapes are always so spectacular! The photos are always so gorgeous! The albums are always so fantastic! Warm wishes! CS

said csfoto 2006.05.21 at 07:53:09 PDT

Hello Ruggero, I was going to comment on individual photos in this album but there were far too many to chose from. This album is filled with beauty and delight that you have captured with your camera lens. Excellent work, my friend! You are an inspiration to us all! Candi

said candistackable 2006.05.21 at 12:12:55 PDT

Absolutely beautiful, Rugerro! Italy is a fantasy trip for me which, maybe, some day I'll get to take. I always check out your new albums knowing they will be wonderful, and this one is no exception. You have such vivid colors and interesting compositions. One day, this "newbie" (me) will be a better photographer by learning from others such as you. Thanks for the inspiration! Carole from Tennessee (USA)

said caroleb337 2006.05.21 at 15:29:42 PDT

<font size='2'><font color='blue' size='2'> Amazingly beautiful ! Love your albums I always enjoy very much my visit ! Greetings from Belgium.Mary </font>

said marywilford 2006.05.22 at 02:51:55 PDT

Beautiful album. Thank you for sharing. Joyce, California, USA

said joyce914 2006.05.22 at 03:45:06 PDT

Hello Ruggero! There is no better way to see the countryside than by bicycling, except walking!! These pictures are sheer bonuses one gets when quietly cycling around villages and farm scenes. Excellent album with beautiful pictures! I was fascinated by the sky and the cloudscapes as much as the ground realities in your photographs! Best wishes, Suresh

said suresh_krishna 2006.05.22 at 05:24:58 PDT

Hi Ruggero! Love this album! Filled with so many beautiful pictures! What a truly picturesque country you live in! Keep on cycling and snapping those shots! Thanks for sharing..take care..Darlene

said briansbabe2 2006.05.22 at 08:25:19 PDT

Caro Ruggero, mai pedalata fu' piu' fruttuosa.... STUPENDO album con paesaggi saturi di colore ed ampi spazi che liberano la fantasia. E' uno dei migliori album che si possano trovare su W/S. Imitando il tuo esempio dovrò rimettere in sesto la mia vecchia MTB acquistare una borsa per il manubrio adeguata (la tua è perfetta...) e incominciare a pedalare... ma qui c'e' una piccola differenza... siamo in montagna... Ancora vivissimi complimenti per questo grande album. Un caro saluto. Elio

said pansaram 2006.05.22 at 11:44:57 PDT

Hi Ruggero, As usual, stunning photos from you! All the best, Sharon, Brisbane Australia

said smath101 2006.05.22 at 14:44:47 PDT

Caro Ruggero meraviglioso il tuo album con questi prati verdi e cieli azzurri. Complimenti e saluti Ondina

said sirena202 2006.05.22 at 15:00:56 PDT

Hi Ruggero, your pictures are always a gift to the eyes. It helps that Italy is so beautiful too... I really love your albums. Tirza

said tirza_h 2006.05.22 at 22:08:25 PDT

Hi Ruggero, Just looked at your new album. As with your others, it is full of wonderfully delightful shots of the world around you. I've always dreamed that one day I might be blessed with a trip to Italy... until then, how I appreciate the tours I've taken via you and your camaera! The colors here, and in your other albums, are magnificent. What do you do to achieve such vibrant colors? WOW. Take care, and my best regards, Jodi

said jodi_coyote 2006.05.23 at 12:02:56 PDT

Forse dovrei copiare e incollare qui i miei due commenti nel "Guestbook for Poppies & Corn". Sono andato a rileggerli: dopo due anni il mio parere sul tuo modo di leggere ed intepretare il paesaggio lombardo non cambia. Dal punto di vista tecnico trovo la novità di alcuni tagli panoramici che così bene si addicono alla dimensione prevalentemente orizzontale della pianura. Dal punto di vista delle sensazioni che provo guardando le tue immagini ... sono commosso (non fino alle lacrime, ovviamente) ... però sono contento che, tra tutti i tuoi album, questo sia quello che ha richiesto la "gestazione" più lunga: immagino il tuo impegno nel selezionare, tagliare, modificare la grande quantità di foto scattate nell'arco di tre anni. Se il tuo intento era quello di mostrare sotto una luce di particolare interesse la nostra campagna, bene, ci sei perfettamente riuscito. La tua opera di "valorizzazione" di un ambiente piatto si è correttamente manifestata con l'abile ricerca di prospettive (anche attraverso elementi di apparente disturbo come i tralicci), con il trattamento corretto dei colori e con l'equilibrio di forme e composizioni. Il tutto è ulteriormente avvalorato dai magnifici specchi offerti dalle risaie e da campi con intensità di papaveri da record. Ricordando la bellissima e spensierata giornata passata con te e gli altri amici, ti saluto con amicizia. Ciao! Luca

said settembrino 2006.05.23 at 14:09:23 PDT

Hi what a wonderful album of spring in Italy it looks like its very nice there great job like always Shlomo(Rehovot,Israel)

said thewise000 2006.05.24 at 03:17:15 PDT

Condivido in pieno quanto detto da Luca, aggiungerei un pizzico di poesia: "e quello che di più bello dovevo dirti non te l'ho ancora detto". Grandioso!!!.Paolo

said bonacini101 2006.05.25 at 15:33:26 PDT

What else can I say...<br/>Flat lands can also be exciting, this is the best proof.<br/>Especial ly when enjoying mountain-bike (like you and me) and even more especially when it comes in front of your camera, dear...<br/>Enjoy your week-end!<br/>pp

said pimbotin 2006.05.26 at 02:26:38 PDT

Ciao Ruggero, come al solito quando guardo un tuo album rimango sempre estasiato dai colri, dalle riprese, dal tuo modo personale di vedere la stessa cosa in mille modi e dal tuo grande talento. E' stato per me un vero peccato non poter venire ad Alassio a conoscere te e gli altri amici di webshots, ma avevo un problema abbastanza importante da risolvere che non potevo rimandare. Spero tanto nella prossima volta. Un abbraccio da Franco di Genova

said fuij 2006.05.26 at 10:40:45 PDT

WOW !! I find it difficult to find proper words to describe the peace & tranquility in the lovely clear air shown in your Lombardy photos. Absolutely beautiful. Great work. Keith

said stubby171 2006.05.27 at 15:34:58 PDT

Everything is so peaceful and serene - what a beautiful part of the world to be in in these troubled times. Superb photography as always and every shot's a winner. There are not too many people could take a simple theme and turn it into a magnificent album, as you have done. Great work old buddy. Best wishes, Peter

said georgieboy98 2006.05.28 at 05:27:43 PDT

Hello Ruggero, thank you for taking the time to visit my albums and an even bigger thank you for all the comments you left for me. Your photos have stood out for me from the start of my Webshot days - they're brilliant! So, kind words coming from you are very much appreciated! I'm glad you enjoyed my photos and hope you'll come back for more in the future! Cheers, Sharon, Brisbane Australia

said smath101 2006.06.01 at 17:34:39 PDT

Hello, Ruggero. I love Italy. I have lived there for four years and I have nice memories. Thank you for sharing these beautiful snapshots. Best regards. - Andrzej.

said akiejza 2006.06.03 at 00:19:59 PDT

Hi Ruggero. What a beautiful album this is. It really bring out all those lovely saturated colours that you and I love so much and is a joy to behold. Excellent work, as always and I am now eagerly awaiting your next offering! Many thanks for looking at my Southern Ocean album and for all your generous comments on the various photos - all 4000 plus kilometres of that coast are a photographer's paradise! Ciao, Peter

said georgieboy98 2006.06.03 at 19:01:10 PDT

Most relaxing and visually entertaining shots I've seen for a while. Good images... thanks...Brian

said waterl00 2006.06.04 at 22:11:58 PDT

Hi Ruggero. A beautiful spring ablum of your lovley Italy. We have just returned from Rome and a cruise of the eastern Med. Rome is always so fantastic, only too busy with millions of tourist at this time of year. We enjoyed Pompei very much! Your country side is still sprinkled with its beautiful red poppies, which I so enjoy. I hope to be posting a few new albums soon of some of our adventures. It was a wonderful holiday, only too short. all the best to you, Mary

said mypupk 2006.06.05 at 07:01:05 PDT

Ci sono, come vedi non sono sparito mio caro Ruggero, grazie per i tuoi commenti sempre molto graditi, ho sfogliato questo tuo ultimo lavoro e devo dire che hai realizzato un grande Album, la perfezione nella cura delle composizioni e' estrema, cosi' pure la ricerca di inquadrature diverse dalle solite, decisamente un album molto personale che esprime in pieno quello che tu hai voluto condividere. Ho lasciato qualche commento anche sui singoli fotogrammi, spero ti sia cosa gradita. Un abbraccio.....dall'amico Walter.

said walters4it 2006.06.05 at 09:41:18 PDT

Grazie Ruggero! Si', le foto in grandangolo sono state fatte con una Sigma 12-24... che sulla mia 5D e' veramente un 12-24mm :o) La visione dal viewfinder lascia normalmente a bocca aperta... Per la cascata ho usato un treppiede :o) Oh insomma, vieni quando vuoi e ti porto in giro io! Di certo quelle montagne non sono paragonabili alle nostre Alpi, ma se il tempo non tradisce, qualche bella vista c'e' pure qua! :o) Ciao! Roberto

said rodemicheli 2006.06.05 at 10:59:43 PDT

Hi Ruggero, my friend! You always come up with a fantastic album and this one is no exception. Your artistic talent never fails to impress not only me but also the entire Webshots community. I certainly enjoyed viewing the countryside of Lombardy. It's sooo scenic and beautiful!!! Grazie, Bernie.

said amhalveytoo 2006.06.05 at 21:23:52 PDT

OH DEAREST FRIEND! OK! OK! Let me also join the fun of the game! I open the message board to the public! Sorry! Sorry! I originally opened the message board previously, but as I was a bit too busy for some time, so I closed it. Sorry for this my dear friend! I will surely join the game too! THANK YOU SO MUCH! Big Hugs! CS

said csfoto 2006.06.06 at 00:37:52 PDT

Hi Ruggero; it must be a great pleasure to bike in such wonderful surroundings. Thanks for sharing this excellent album; you've a very special eye to capture the beauty around you. Greetings from Holland/the Netherlands, Els

said ejooren 2006.06.10 at 11:41:15 PDT

Hello Ruggero . Thank you very very much for your more than nice comment in my last featured albom " Wonders of Capadokia. " This albom is most beautiful (As all your alboms are)and I loved him very much. My last albom had been shot with my one year old Nikon 8800. But my dream was an s l r one. I tought that I shuld buy The nikon d 7o s instead, but than I found out that the new joker and the 2006 editord chice , is the canon 30d. So I have it now , and in the end of this month I will be in Slovenia and mabe in north east Italy for my shoting.....I will let you know when the results will be published. RAN

said ranyaari100 2006.06.17 at 11:34:27 PDT

Meravigliose!!!.....e la 28 è speciale. Un saluto Veronica

said _berenike_ 2006.06.19 at 13:55:45 PDT

Ruggero, sono inammorata con quest' 'album'!!! Sono foto incredibile mostrandoci un angolo d'italia molto speciale e diverse dalle aspettative dei stranieri (come Io)Complimenti, Terry, Salt Lake City, Utah

said terrytigger 2006.06.20 at 11:41:00 PDT

What a magnificent album! The colors are so vivid and clear! Thank you for a delightful tour of Lombardy, Roger.

said jai_guru_dev 2006.06.21 at 00:20:06 PDT

Hi Ruggero, I came to visit again, it is so beautiful I enjoy it every time. Tirza

said tirza_h 2006.06.23 at 00:59:26 PDT

Only a week or two ago that I was last in this album and now I have been back to admire your additions. Needless to say they are all absolutely gorgeous. I love the reflections in particular and also the portrait format for the old Church. Best wishes, Peter

said georgieboy98 2006.06.23 at 01:21:05 PDT

You are talented. Great photography. Ciao Roberto

said rgaida 2006.06.23 at 02:53:48 PDT

Ciao Ruggero, a very belated thank you for your kind comments in our featured scenic shorelines album. I am proud to be able to show off your beautiful country as part of the album - it is one of my favorite places! I enjoy every visit to your albums. This one has so many beautiful images and colors, from the church to the reflections to the wild poppies (I saw lots of those in France this month but not so many together). Thank you for sharing your photos. Greetings from Chicago, Marisa

said go_family 2006.06.24 at 14:13:15 PDT

Good day to you Ruggero, friend, I was taking it to Webshots that I do not get updates on your albums but today I realized that I did not have you on my favorite list under this username. OK so now I added you and I am happy to correct this mistake. ************Your additions are fantastic, and as everybody I am amazed by your saturated colors, your filtered skies and all that magic you produce with your master knowledge of photogoraphy. BRAVO BRAVO! I hope your summer will be nice, your vacation in a lovely spot and please give my kind regards to Macarena and your two "big" boys Davide & Matteo. They must be really big by now. With all my best wishes and sincere friendship, kathy T1

said paintwithlight 2006.06.25 at 14:19:54 PDT

Dear Rugero, As always I run out of words to describe your pictures as everyone of them just makes you gasp and then I have to think as we have the same camera how did you do it LOL :o) A great album my friend and I'm glad too to see your trusty transport at the end. Take care now, Ciao Jill

said jillbatchelor2 2006.06.26 at 10:05:43 PDT

Hi Ruggero, thank you very much for your kind words in the blog. I appreciate it very much. Take care, Yair.

said ykarelic4 2006.07.14 at 07:04:55 PDT

Hi again, Ruggero. My husband and I visit your albums often. You are a very talented photographer and your albums have inspired us to plan a trip to northern Italy so we can hike and take in this wondrous beauty in person. We've looked at a lot of places in the Lombardy area, around Lake Como... it's such a gorgeous place and you capture it marvelously in your photographs. Hopefully that will become a reality for us next year. Kind regards, Pam

said pobrien922 2006.07.15 at 18:31:39 PDT

Hello Ruggero, I recognize in that album your great sense of beauty and your love to Mother Nature; As You always make Italy so beautiful and attractive, You are one of its great Ambassador, Jacques Paris

said pfjc2 2006.07.22 at 11:01:34 PDT

Ciao Ruggero and Congrats for this Brilliant collection of stunning landscape photography!! Your biking excursions must fill you with breathtaking feelings as you stroll throught these elegant countryside vistas!! Superb captures of all the Beauty you encounter, looking forward to the continued growth of this Fine Portfolio! Many Thanks for sharing these wondrous views and Much Appreciation my friend for all of your very kind comments in my 30D test album!! Ciao, GB Ted

said torretab 2006.07.25 at 09:46:13 PDT

Too many photos to comment on. Let me just say this is a stupendous album. Many great shots and your photos are so clear and concise. Thanks so much for sharing

said kellimays 2006.09.18 at 09:00:25 PDT

Very, very beautiful - good eye! Thanks SO much for sharing...Andrea in Dallas

said punksamjr1 2006.11.03 at 08:01:42 PST

Vengo sempre a riguardarmi i tuoi album (uno più bello dell'altro) nella speranza che tu abbia inserito qualcosa di nuovo... ed ogni volta mi perdo a sognare nella bellezza delle tue foto. Ciao Paola

said paolagna 2007.02.03 at 06:02:29 PST

Ruggero! Beautiful colors, scenery, and photography! Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos!

said ccwri 2007.04.09 at 07:51:39 PDT

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said viyanali 11 months 29 days ago

Very nice photos. Beautiful color. These are what represent what I really call my favorite season, spring, and the new life it brings.

said lumpofclay 5 months 9 days ago