All posts by Mike K

Hi there! My name is Mike. I’m a hobbyist photographer. I'm also a passionate cyclist who loves exploring the world on two wheels and through my camera lens.

A Polish Easter Table: Traditions on Display

The Exhibition of Traditional Easter Tables — now in its 15th edition — was more than just a feast for the eyes. It was a warm, vibrant celebration of Polish Easter traditions, regional crafts, and traditional Polish cuisine. The event showcased stunning tables brimming with symbolic foods, handmade decorations, and a festive spirit rooted in centuries-old customs.

Table display with Polish Easter dishes and flowers
Easter feast table featuring classic Polish dishes
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A Whispering Cascade in the Land of Extinct Volcanoes

Tucked away in the lush greenery of Lower Silesia, this small yet striking waterfall is a peaceful reminder of how quietly nature can steal the show. Captured in the so-called Land of Extinct Volcanoes — an area rich in geological history and visual character — this scene invites you to pause and soak in the tranquil beauty of moss-covered rocks and gentle cascades.

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Silent Flight Through Morning Mist

Some moments in nature feel almost too poetic to be real — and this was one of them. Just before sunrise, with a violet haze hanging low over the fields, four cranes sliced silently through the still air, their wings backlit by a soft, pink glow. The towering silhouettes of wind turbines loomed behind them, half-swallowed by the fog — industrial giants caught in a rare moment of natural serenity.

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Off the Beaten Path: Walewski Museum in Tubadzin

Classicist manor house of the Walewski family in Tubądzin, front view with flowers and trees

✍️ A Peaceful Stop in the Heart of Polish Countryside

Just a short ride from Sieradz, tucked away among peaceful fields and villages, lies one of the region’s hidden gems – the Walewski Museum in Tubadzin. If you’re cycling across central Poland and enjoy history, quiet parks, and old manor houses, this stop is well worth the detour.

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Early Spring in the Mountains

Between winter and spring—where the last snow meets the first signs of warmth.

As winter slowly fades, the mountains undergo a gradual transformation. Patches of snow linger on the slopes, while the trees at lower elevations regain their color. This image captures a landscape in transition—where evergreen forests meet bare deciduous trees, and warm earth tones contrast with the last remnants of winter.

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A Symphony of Greens in Ojcow National Park

Nestled in the valley, a quiet homestead surrounded by a living sea of color.

Ojcow National Park is a place that rewards patience and quiet curiosity. Tucked in the heart of southern Poland, this valley view from the trail above Pradnik River stops you in your tracks — not for drama or scale, but for color. This photo was never meant to chase a sweeping landscape; instead, it sought out nuance. The countless shades of green on display in early spring make Ojcow feel more like a living watercolor than a forest.

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From Foggy to Ethereal: Editing a Moody Wind Turbine Sunset in Lightroom

This shot had potential—soft fog, dramatic turbines, and a fading sunset—but it needed careful editing to balance the mood. Here’s how I teased out the magic without losing the atmosphere.

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Hidden WWII Plane Replica: A Cycling History Gem 20 km from Lodz

The full-scale PZL.37 Los replica standing in the exact spot where the aircraft crash-landed in 1939.

Deep in the Dlutowek Forest (Polish: Dłutówek) stands a remarkable full-scale replica of a WWII Polish bomber plane, the PZL.37 “Los” (Moose). This memorial honors the crew of the 212th Bomber Squadron, who crash-landed here in 1939 during the war.

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Lightroom’s Role in Editing: A 21-Step Workflow from Import to Final Export

📌 Introduction

A streamlined import and editing workflow keeps your photos organized and your edits non-destructive. Here’s my step-by-step process for bringing images into Lightroom and prepping them for Photoshop—perfect for single shots or large batches.

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Wind Turbines in the Morning Mist

The quiet transition of seasons, with nature and technology coexisting in the haze

This photograph captures the meeting point of nature and technology — where frozen water, mist, and towering wind turbines coexist. The lake remains partially covered in ice, while the morning mist softens the industrial structures in the background. The warm hues of dawn contrast with the cold elements in the foreground, emphasizing the transition from winter to early spring.

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Flight Through the Rainbow

A perfect alignment of motion and magic—migrating birds trace the curve of a rainbow.

A fleeting moment where nature’s beauty aligns perfectly — the graceful movement of migrating birds against the soft arc of a rainbow. This scene captures both motion and tranquility, a reminder of the ever-changing yet cyclical patterns of the natural world.

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Discovering Kapliczkowo: A Hidden Gem for Cyclists & Art Lovers

The entrance to Kapliczkowo is a hidden sanctuary in the woods. Handmade shrines and folk carvings create a unique atmosphere.

This open-air sanctuary of wooden shrines and sculptures lies nestled in a quiet forest near Szczercow. It is the life’s work of Bernard Zboinski, a retired colonel. He is also a passionate folk artist. Kapliczkowo has 365 handmade chapels. There is one for each day of the year. The site also features countless wooden sculptures. Kapliczkowo is an artistic and spiritual experience like no other.

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