I'm Marc De Tollenaere, a professional photographer based in Venice, and for over a decade, I've been helping visitors discover the city through their lenses—and mine.

Venice isn’t just where I live; it’s the heart of my work and inspiration. I’ve spent years exploring its hidden corners, capturing its soul beyond the postcard views. My photo tours are designed to take you off the beaten path, offering you the chance to experience and photograph the real Venice—its quiet backstreets, light-filled canals, and moments of everyday beauty.

My photographic journey includes working alongside legends like Steve McCurry and David Alan Harvey, and for over ten years I’ve been a Leica Akademie instructor and Certified Leica Photographer—a distinction held by only a few professionals worldwide.

My images have been exhibited at Leica Galerie in Milan and are part of Leica’s permanent collection in Wetzlar, Germany. I've also published several books about Venice, including Gondole, a tribute to the city’s master artisans, and One, No One and Fifty Thousand, a ten-year documentary project inside the private homes of Venice’s last true residents.

Since 2014, I’ve led over 25 editions of Discovering Venice for Leica Akademie, and I now offer private photo tours tailored to photographers of all levels. Whether you're just starting out or an experienced shooter, I’ll help you sharpen your eye, improve your technique, and return home with images that truly tell the story of your time here.

I also run international photography workshops across Asia, but Venice remains my most personal and rewarding stage—and I’d love to share it with you.

👉 Book your Photo Tour now and start seeing Venice through new eyes—the eyes of a true photographer.