Third Ricardo Photography

When you're trying to figure out how to capture the perfect perspective of a famous landmark... 🏛️🧠

I was standing in the massive circular courtyard of the Palace of Charles V in Granada, trying to think of the best way to show off its sweeping arc architecture. Instead of just standing in the open center, I decided to step back behind the towering stone pillars. I love how hiding in the shadows and using the columns as a heavy foreground frame gives the scene so much more depth and scale.

Sometimes stepping back changes everything! 🇪🇸📸

Adiós, España! 🌍❤️ Leaving today with a camera full of memories and a heart full of awe.

We’ve explored every corner of this beautiful country on foot—from Gaudí’s masterpieces in Barcelona to the royal heritage of Madrid. Every city gave us a completely unique story to tell through the lens.

Until next time! 🥾📐🏙️

Trying to get a clean travel shot in Spain is a competitive sport. 🏆👀

A true photographer's test: trying to capture the historic architecture around Plaza Mayor while balancing leading lines, a patient model, and approximately three million tourists walking right through the shot. 🕊️🤪📸

Quiet majesty in the heart of the capital. 👑✨

Standing in the grand plaza as a photographer, you quickly realize it is practically impossible to capture the front of this palace without a crowd—there is always someone looking up in awe, snapping a photo, or wandering through the frame. That lady looks familiar. :)

But honestly? The lively crowd only adds to the energy of this incredible piece of Spanish history. 🏛️🚶‍♀️📸

Golden hour fading into twilight over the spectacular Roman Bridge of Córdoba. 🌅📸

The first frame captures the final, fiery warmth of the sunset sky, brushing the clouds with gold. Then, the world shifts—the second frame plunges into a deep, moody twilight where the ancient illuminated arches absolutely pierce through the dark.

Same exact spot, two completely different souls.The dramatic clouds and soft sunset glow made for an unforgettable session tonight.

Which mood speaks to you? 🇪🇸✨

After days of posing for my photos, I finally found a model who is more patient than my wife. 😄🤫📸

Just two hard workers keeping the flowers looking fresh in Córdoba! 🪴🌺

A perfect green oasis in Seville. 🌳💧 Captured this beautiful pavilion and fountain while wandering through the historic Parque de María Luisa today. Absolutely stunning! 💚

Proof that some of the best moments in photography happen entirely by accident. ⏱️📸

A lot of times, getting the shot comes down to being in the right place at the right time. I experienced this twice while shooting around Seville. First, while framing up the massive, modern Torre Sevilla, a group of colorful kayakers paddled right into the river foreground, adding a perfect splash of active life to the frame. 🏙️🛶

Then, just today while setting up a clean, historical composition of the iconic Torre del Oro, this red city bus suddenly burst into the frame! Instead of ruining the shot, it added a fantastic dynamic layer of daily city movement, perfectly contrasting the ancient 13th-century watchtower.

Sometimes the best elements are the ones you never planned for! 🚌🏰

Watching Plaza de España transition from day to night is pure magic. 🏛️💫

Started shooting in the late afternoon sun, waited out the perfect blue hour framing, and finished with some slow shutter photography to smooth out the canals and catch the evening reflections.

If you love light, this place is paradise. 🌅🌌