Honorable Mention TIFA 2025 Architecture / Buildings

The Shard - London

  • Photographer
    Dominique Roy
  • Technical Info
    Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 77mm f2.8
  • Photo Date
    January 21, 2025

Capturing The Shard, London’s tallest and most iconic skyscraper, presents a unique challenge — its isolation in the skyline makes it difficult to frame creatively. In this shot, I used the textured façade of the nearby PwC offices to anchor the composition and add rhythm and depth. The juxtaposition highlights the contrast between architectural styles while leading the eye naturally toward the distant, crystalline peak of The Shard. Hopefully, a successful study in perspective and urban layering.