Photo tour Malaga – A walk full of stories and street photography

Welcome to Málaga – a city where light, colour, culture and character come together in an enchanting setting. During my photo tour I will take you on an inspiring walk through the old town, along hidden alleys, lively squares, local markets and authentic scenes from everyday life. Whether you are a novice photographer with a smartphone, or have been working with a DSLR for years: this tour is about learning to see, feel and capture.
The route – discover the real Málaga

Our walk often begins in the early morning or late afternoon, when the light is soft and warm – perfect for street photography. For example, we’ll start at the lively Plaza de la Merced, Picasso’s birthplace, and walk through narrow streets to lesser-known places rarely visited by tourists. We’ll see the morning light playing on weathered facades, locals decorating their balconies with flowers, and the city slowly coming to life.

Along the way, we pass colorful market stalls at the Mercado de Atarazanas, where the light falls beautifully through the stained glass windows. We pause at murals, graffiti and local workshops. We capture life as it is: an old man drinking his coffee, children playing, a street musician with his guitar. No posed images – but real, unfiltered moments.

The tour is always small-scale and personal. I adapt the route and pace to your level and interests. Do you want to focus on people? Architecture? Light and shadow? No problem – we will coordinate it together.
Street photography tips
1. Photograph with respect

Street photography is about people, but it is important to do this with respect and empathy. Look, observe, wait for the right moment. Sometimes eye contact is enough to get permission, sometimes a friendly smile after the photo is appropriate. Always be aware of the surroundings and the privacy of others.
2. Light is everything

In Málaga, you have the benefit of beautiful natural light – often all year round. Notice how the light falls, how it casts shadows, how it reflects on tiles or glass. Learn to recognise the ‘golden hour’ – the hour after sunrise and before sunset – when the city takes on a soft, warm glow.
3. Pay attention to composition

Use natural lines, frames, and repetition. A street leading to a cathedral, a view through a gate, a reflection in a puddle. Look for peace in the chaos – and dare to leave space in your photo. Sometimes emptiness says more than a busy image.
4. Anticipate the moment

Street photography is often a game of patience. Sometimes you see something happen – a child running to a pigeon, a woman opening a colorful umbrella – and it’s up to you to react quickly. Learn to keep your camera ‘ready’: settings in order, focus correct, fingertip on the button.
5. Don't be afraid to get close

A good street photo is something you feel – and that is not always possible from a great distance. If you dare to get close (with respect of course), you will get images that really get through. You feel the atmosphere, the emotion, the texture of the moment. Choose a fixed focal length (for example 35mm or 50mm) and move yourself instead of zooming.
What will you learn during the tour?

In addition to the photography itself, I give practical tips along the way about:

Settings: aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focus

Framing and Composition: How to Create Tension and Calm in Your Photo

Use of light and shadow

Developing your own style

Storytelling in one image

I'll also give you live feedback on your photos if you'd like – or we'll take some time at the end of the tour to quietly reflect on your day's work.
Who is this tour for?

The photo tour is for anyone with a passion for photography and a love of stories. You don't need a professional camera - you can also take beautiful pictures with a smartphone. More important than technique is your gaze: the ability to see beauty in the everyday.

Whether you travel for inspiration, want to build a portfolio, or simply want to learn to see more mindfully – this tour will help you see more deeply, observe more calmly, and photograph more meaningfully.
A unique experience

Málaga is more than beaches and tapas. It is a city of texture and contrast. Of history and modernity. From quiet streets with laundry on the lines to lively squares full of life. Through the lens you get to know the city differently – more intimately, more honestly.

Many participants say afterwards: “I now look differently. Not only at Málaga, but at the world.” And that is exactly the goal of this photo tour: sharpen your gaze, open your heart, and activate your senses.

Do you want to join us on the road, or do you have any questions? Feel free to contact me. I will gladly tell you more about the possibilities, available dates and rates.

See you soon in Malaga – and don't forget your camera.

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Malaga Photo Tour – Discover the City Through Your Lens

Join us on an inspiring photo walk through the heart of Málaga. Together we will discover the city in a different way: through the eyes of a photographer. No standard sights, but small streets, local markets, hidden corners and real moments. This tour is all about seeing, feeling and capturing.

Whether you shoot with a phone, compact camera or SLR – everyone is welcome. The focus is not on technique, but on learning to look: at light, lines, people, contrast and atmosphere.
What can you expect?

We usually start in the morning or late afternoon, when the light is softer. Starting from Plaza de la Merced, for example, we walk at a leisurely pace through old neighborhoods and lively squares. Along the way, we stop at interesting places: a workshop with an open door, an alley full of street art, a fishmonger at the market. You choose what to capture – I help you get the best out of it.

The tour is personal and small-scale. We adapt the route to your level and interests: people, details, architecture, light or street life.
Tips for better street photography
1. Be respectful

Street photography is about real moments, often with people. Be friendly, smile, and sense whether or not you are photographing someone. Often it is possible, sometimes asking is better. No sneaky snapshots – but sincere images.
2. Pay attention to the light

In Malaga the light is fantastic – bright, warm, and often low on the horizon. Look for shadows, reflections, backlighting, and sunbeams between buildings. Light can make an ordinary scene magical.
3. Use lines and layers

A good composition makes a photo exciting. Use walls, stairs, passages or repetition of shapes to create depth. Sometimes it helps to choose the frame first – and then wait for “something” to happen in it.
4. Be patient and fast

Street photography is a combination of waiting and reacting. If you see something beautiful happening – anticipate. Keep your camera ready and your eyes open. The right moment often only lasts a fraction of a second.
5. Get close

Dare. Take a step forward, bend your knees, move along. Close by you feel the moment more strongly. Your photos become more personal and powerful.
Who is this tour for?

For everyone who loves photography, urban culture and stories. You don't have to be a professional - you can learn a lot with a smartphone. The important thing is that you want to look differently.

During the tour I will give you practical tips, answer questions, and – if you want – we will view your images together to give feedback.
Why Malaga?

Málaga is photogenic in every season. The colours, the Mediterranean light, the rhythm of life – everything invites you to take pictures. And: it is a city of contrasts. Modern and old. Raw and charming. Perfect for images that stick.
Practical

Duration: 2 to 3 hours

Language: Dutch, English, or a little bit of Spanish Spanish

What to bring: camera or smartphone, comfortable shoes, bottle of water

Optional: short debriefing with feedback on your photos

Want to join the walk? Or do you have questions about dates, price or content? Send me a message. You are most welcome – with or without experience.

See you soon in Malaga. And don't forget your camera.

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