TITLE: Glory to the Brave

This small but proud tree on top of a Tuscan hill caught my attention from miles away.
A very simple, minimal scene. But that's what I'm looking for in this wonderful region, Tuscany.

AUTHOR: Thomas de Franzoni (Italy)

Thomas de Franzoni is a photographer known for his evolving style that captures mood, light, and atmosphere in distinct ways.
Over time, however, Thomas style has shifted towards a more monochromatic, black-and-white palette. This transition has introduced a different kind of mood to his work—more introspective, moody, and timeless.

- A W A R D S

Category Winner - Minimalism, Golden Shot Awards (2026)
Gold Winner Rank #1 Italy - One Eyeland Black and White Photo Awards (2025)
Great B&W Photographer - 35Awards Black and White Awards (2025)
Photographer of the Year - Architecture, reFocus World Photo Annual (2025)
Photographer of the Year - Minimalism, reFocus World Photo Annual (2024)
Discovery of the Year - Architecture, Exposure One Awards (2024)
Category Winner — Minimalism, Phi Photography Awards (2025)
Category Winner - Minimalism, International Artistic Photography Awards (2025)
1st Place — Fine Art, Monovisions Photography Awards (2025)
1st Place — Fine Art, Nexus Photography Awards (2025)
1st Place — Fine Art Architecture, Phi Photography Awards (2025)
Gold Winner - Fine Art, One Eyeland (2024)