TITLE: Shinjuku Mode Gakuen [4x3]

This picture has been taken with a smartphone in Tokyo. It shows the iconic oval shaped Shinjuku Ward Mode Gakuen Building emphasized by the early morning rays of light.

AUTHOR: Roberto Ardone (France)

Former biologist and painter I am a passionate amateur photographer. Born in Italy, I now live in France. Everything I know about photography is self-educated. Internet research, inspiration from the works of other photographers and some kind advice from professional photographers helped me to progress. And, of course, a lot of work trying things out. I have experimented photographing in all sorts of genres, from landscape to portraits and architecture. I am continuously trying to learn more about how to express myself through my work.

Awards:
• TIFA 2025: Honorable Mention in Special-Smartphone Photography for "Urban Reflections" + Honorable Mention in Architecture-Interiors for "I'm Going Upstairs"
• ND Awards 2025: Two Honorable Mentions in Special: Mobile Photography
• Px3 2025: Bronze- Category: Architecture/Cityscape Non-Professional, single entry “Shinjuku Mode Gakuen [B&W]”
• IPA 2025: Honorable Mention Non-Professional - single entry “38th Floor Staircase [Take #3]” – Category: Architecture Interior.
• IPA 2025: “Official Selection Non-Professional” - single entry “38th Floor staircase [Take #3], Category: Architecture Interior.
• IPA 2025: “Official Selection Non-Professional”, single entry “The Bride”, Category: Special, Smartphone Photography.
• Monovisions B&W Photography Awards 2025: Honorable Mention - Street Photography Category – Single entry: “Urban Reflections”.
• Annual Photography Awards 2024: Honorable Mention – Special Category: Mobile Photography – series “38th Floor Staircase”.