Mehdi Tadlaoui

Roots and Mist. Finally standing here felt like closing a quiet chapter, and I’m thankful for @yg_unes who trusted this wild trip from the start, This was more than just a shot on my list, it was a moment shared with a friend who saw the magic before it even revealed itself. #portugal #madeira #fanal #nomadict #exploretocreate #forest #cinematic #fog #nomadictforests

Travel isn’t just about places - it’s also about the incredible people you meet along the way! Cruising in Sequoia National Park in a Ruby Star Porsche 911 cannot be more stylish than that! Don’t you agree? #porsche #porsche911 #porschemoment #cargram #sequoianationalpark #porschelove #carstagram #carsofinstagram #porschelife #porschemoment #porscheclub #drivetastefully #nature #getoutanddrive #nationalparks #myfujifilmlegacy

Combining minimalism and scale with a once-in-a-lifetime eclipse! With @tedmed - Winner Best of the Week 12 at #nomadict / “Growing up in Morocco, I always had a passion for refined visuals and was fascinated by understanding the unspoken techniques behind compelling compositions. I then used these creations as a vessel to understand stories and emotions, leading me to capture some of my most unique experiences, including the first image of this series - the winning shot!  I planned this photo a few months ago. Me and my friend Mat hiked a few mountains around Montreal and on the eclipse course during the winter, but none was high enough and with enough clearance for the shot I envisioned. We had to drive almost 3 hours outside of the city to find a mountain allowing us a clean composition with the eclipse framing the subject. Minimalistic photography is what I strive to achieve in my photography, and a subject in my compositions is almost crucial to convey the scale. Combining these elements with a once-in-a-lifetime magnificent eclipse sounded like a dream mission to me!  On location, I aimed to highlight the remarkable 2.5 minutes of totality, during which the environment became significantly darker due to the compressed eclipse, achieved with a 500mm lens and x2 extender. While I tried to preserve the natural colors of the eclipse, I made slight color adjustments to enhance warmth on the bleeding side of the eclipse. In this sense, I used a preset I’ve customized and regularly refined according to my preferences. Next, I focused on removing distractions and enhancing the photo to ensure the viewer’s attention is drawn naturally to the main subject. Additionally, applying a subtle vignette and using a denoiser as a final touch helped me achieve the desired result. Two valuable lessons have helped me reach my artistic level and this special photo. Surround yourself with creative like-minded individuals and if the occasion presents itself, do not hesitate to push a little bit more than where you were supposed to stop, this is where the difference gets created and sets you apart!” Congratulations @tedmed ! ✨

Ten key steps to capture a winning minimalistic desert photo! With @tedmed - Winner Best of the Week 2 at #nomadict 2026 / “Growing up in Morocco, I developed a deep fascination for visuals and the subtle techniques behind compelling compositions. Through museums, films, and art history, imagery became a way to understand stories beyond words. And this path led me to capture my winning photograph - see image 1. The following are my key lessons to help you capture similar images: 1) This image began as an idea I carried for years: a caravan of camels crossing a dune, aligned with the rising sun. Bringing it to life required more than imagination. It took planning, patience, and repetition. 2) Over three sunrises and sunsets, I waited for light, movement, and timing to align. I studied the sun’s position, but with no control over the subjects, instinct took over. Once the elements were aligned, composition became the foundation. 3) I chose a centred, minimalist frame to eliminate distractions and guide the viewer’s eye directly to the subject with ample negative space. 4) A 200mm lens allowed me to compress the scene while still preserving a sense of environment. Light shaped everything that followed. 5) Shooting into the sun meant exposing for highlights, using an ND filter, increasing shutter speed, and stopping down the aperture to maintain detail and define the sun. 6) Then, in post, I corrected white balance, contrast, and exposure to ensure a balanced starting point. 7) Next, the key was to create a cohesive palette. I leaned into warm, monochromatic tones to reflect the desert’s atmosphere and maintain harmony. 8) Deep silhouettes against the glowing sun enhanced the graphic quality while preserving minimalism. Finally, the image came together through subtle adjustments. 9) I guided the eye with light. Dodging, burning, and gradient control helped shape how we move through the frame. 10) The goal was to refine, allowing light, color, and negative space to create something calm, simple, and powerful. What are your thoughts on the final result?” @nomadict : Congratulations @tedmed ! You can read the original article by visiting the link in bio!

West coast light. Endless rallies. Good energy. #nomadict #sunset #thevisuallife #goldenhour #welovela

My camera held moments i almost missed, And in the meantime, my only task was to be present while the moments unfolded softly 📷 #california #roadtrip #usa #cinematic #storytelling

Different motives. Same mountain. A few years ago, I used to hike this mountain by myself. It was my escape from the city, my way of reconnecting with nature. The summit, the open views.. they had a way of clearing my mind. Today, after introducing this place to a friend, What was once a place for quiet reflection has become a creative space, where we come to express our vision while being outside. Different reasons being me here now, Always good times 🏔️ #hiking #shutterdrag #nomadict #naturelovers #explorepage✨

December 2025. Back from Morocco and straight to the mountains for a hike with @mathias_art . My body clearly forgot what real cold feels like. Temperatures were pushing -20°C with the wind, and the exposed summit made it impossible to stay out for more than a few minutes. On the way back, deep in the forest, we finally found a calm pocket during blue hour. Just enough shelter from the wind to operate the camera and freeze a few moments. 📸 ❄️ #bluehourphotography #winterhiking #intotheforest #greatwhitenorth #frozenmoments

Silver star road-tripping through the Canadian snowy forests, coffee secure in the cup holder, sideways through fresh powder, vault classics. ❄️ #mercedes #mercedesbenz #winterdrift #snowdriving #carphotography

Distance and Time has a way of changing how you see. It teaches you what stays, and what truly matters. The Hassan II Mosque has lived in my childhood like a quiet constant rising over Casablanca, and visible day and night. Growing up, it was my north star, a silent guide that shaped my sense of direction long before I understood its scale. Now, many years later, I return with curious eyes and a grateful heart. Time has taught me how to see. Distance has taught me what matters. And I was there, present, happy to honor a presence, and pay tribute. 🇲🇦 ♥️ #morocco #visitmorocco #nomadict #voyaged #myfujifilmlegacy

Clicks to remember. Waking before sunrise, still standing at sunset, all with one simple goal: capturing as many moments as humanly possible. I don’t live near these magical places anymore, so every second feels precious. That thought always comes back when tiredness sets in, and it’s what keeps me moving, right until the very last drops of light. And honestly… every single moment was worth it. So grateful for the friends who shared these days with me. Your company, laughs, and energy made it all even more special, i couldn’t have done it without you @yg_unes @_mah__mood @judgementzouhair #hellofrom #morocco #nomadict #visitmorocco🇲🇦 #agafay

Thank you to everyone who was part of my year 🙏 to the people who shared moments, conversations, miles, and quiet pauses along the way. To those I crossed paths with, and to everyone I was lucky enough to capture through my lenses, thank you for your for your presence, your laughter, and for sharing these moments with me, You turned ordinary days into memories, and fleeting moments into stories worth remembering. I’m grateful for your energy, your kindness, and the space we shared in time. Here’s to the memories we made, and to all the moments still waiting ahead. #recap2025 #recap #cinematic #newyear #2025season