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Oliver Švob

@malioli.bsky.social
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Moments of light, fragments of my soul. 📷 Photographer of quiet beauty – butterflies, sea, light, and shadow. 🦋 From Croatia. Shooting with heart, editing with soul. ✍️ Macro stories & poetic landscapes.

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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 15h
Working Late into the Night When there's work to be done, the day stretches late into the night. Bustle at the boat ramp as the harbor gradually empties, marking the definitive end of the summer season. #coastalwork #duskphotography #mediterraneanlife #Croatia #malioli
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Dawn Silhouettes Golden light of the rising sun spilling across the calm sea... Sharp coastal rocks, early stillness, and two fishermen silhouette against the morning glow. A peaceful coast capturing the slow birth of a new day.
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Blue Potato Bush A close-up study of the Lycianthes rantonnetii. Native to South America, this plant produces intense violet-blue flowers with a vibrant yellow center that open only when bathed in full sunlight. Gear & Settings: 📸 Canon R7 🔍 SMC Takumar 50mm f/4 Macro ⚙️ f/4 | 1/400s | ISO 200
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Boats at Rest After a long season, the boats have gathered at their quiet moorings. The sea gently rocks them while the landscape unfolds in layers behind them. Sometimes, you just need to stop and rest. #Photography #BlackAndWhite #Adriatic
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Fishing by Light Night takes over the Adriatic. A small fishing boat, one light and a sea full of secrets. Somewhere between sunset and darkness, the fishermen wait for the squid. #Photography #Adriatic #Fishing #Croatia #sunset #dusk #canon
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Autumn Morning on the Korana 🌫️🚣‍♂️ Crisp air, thick fog, and complete stillness as the river flows by. Tucked away in the greenery, a metal boat waits for another time. A moment when everything stands still. #Korana #Karlovac #FogFestival #AutumnMorning #MysticalNature #maliOli #Croatia
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Rijeka in Autumn Colors: Gold, River, and Quiet Reflections 🍁⚓ Quiet autumn morning in Rijeka ⚓ Reflections of boats in the river and the first golden light. #Rijeka #StreetPhotography #AutumnVibes #VisitCroatia #Reflections
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Early morning commute…🚴‍♂️🌫️💙 In the early morning mist, those who hurry press forward, guided by daily worries, unaware of the quiet magic that the blue hour and the old wooden bridge create around them. A single frame to freeze a silent moment. #Karlovac #WoodenBridge #BlueHour #FoggyMorning
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The Tailless Gecko 🦎 He left his tail somewhere behind, but not his attitude. He wasn't keen on posing, but agreed to one shot. A Mediterranean gecko, night-time mosquito hunter and unofficial guardian of the walls. #gecko #mediterranean #wildlifephotography #reptiles #croatia #adriatic #nature
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Handline Fishing ⚓🌊 Handline fishing from a small boat—a traditional Adriatic method where no rod is needed, just a line wrapped around a reel, held gently between fingertips to feel the slightest bite from the deep blue. A peaceful, timeless moment of connection with the sea. #Sea #Canon #Maritime
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Golden Sunrise on the Korana The morning sunrise gleamed like pure gold. The Korana River caresses it, its shores rejoicing in the sun's rays. Ducks happily paddle in the river, and one is perfectly framed in the silence of the Golden Hour. Enjoy this magical moment! #SunriseLovers #Photography
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Misty Korana Shoreline Early morning fog swallowing the far bank while the Korana stays smooth as glass. The 'Patriot' sits quietly under the trees, taking in the morning calm. Karlovac mornings at their finest. #fog #misty #landscape #river #maliOli #CanonR7 #DxOPhotoLab #Croatia #canon #patriot
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Where the Day Begins The fields are still asleep, while the sky announces a new day. The sun rises above the Korana River, crossing the endless space with a few thin lines of power. Mornings have such a beautiful scent and song. #Photography #Sunrise #Minimalism
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Squid Fishing The sun has set, the boats gently rock on the Adriatic and the fishing lines are in the water. Take it easy. Sometimes the pleasure is not in the catch, but in waiting for it. #Photography #BlackAndWhite #Croatia
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Pure morning tranquility in Karlovac🌫️🦢 The pontoon bridge stands in serene silence as heavy morning fog envelops the river landscape. Swans glide gracefully through the still, mirror-like water, completely undisturbed by the thick mist hiding the opposite bank. #FotoArt #FoggyLandscape #ZenMoments
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Moon over the Korana River A pair of boats quietly awaiting the night It will surely come For the moon has paused And shared its radiant light #croatia #nightphotography #fullmoon #moonlight #woodenbridge #goldenlight #starburst
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Who Wakes the Swans? The world is still asleep, wrapped in mist, while the river rests like deep blue velvet. A small group of swans, still sleepy, gently glides across the calm water like white snowflakes. In this quiet minimalism, nature speaks in a whisper. #minimalism #swans #maliOli #serenity
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Dusk in the Harbor
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Natural Recycling What was once taken from nature is now being slowly, gently reclaimed by it. This old stone shelter, the crumbling dry stone walls, and the weathered wooden bench are gradually fading, merging back into the overgrown greenery and the rugged landscape.
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The Quiet Season There is a gentle, melancholic beauty in the harbor when the crowds are gone. The boats have mostly moved to dry land, leaving behind empty buoys like punctuation marks on the calm, open water. Only a few remain, waiting for their turn.
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
In the Embrace of Wind and Scale Rugged coastal rocks in the foreground and the massive coastline in the distance set the stage for a solitary sailboat catching the wind. A moment where man and vessel become a quiet part of the endless seascape. #Seascape #SailingLife #Sailboat #AdriaticSea
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
On a Dry Blade of Grass The morning rhythm of a gentle breeze softly sways a little butterfly on a blade of grass, and he seems to thoroughly enjoy it. As the first warm rays of sunlight wake the world, this tiny meadow inhabitant peacefully soaks in his dose of morning calm. #MacroWorld #Butterfly
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Layers of Twilight As summer slowly fades, the sky displays a stunning spectrum of colors. The weather is whimsical, the sea surface ripples, and a gentle breeze ruffles the hair... Boats rest peacefully at their moorings, enjoying the change. #Seascape #Twilight #AdriaticSea
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
The Little Ant 🐜🌸 How big is an oleander flower to a little ant? It can hide among the petals, explore a colourful world and perhaps find a little meal. To us, just a flower. To him, an entire world. #Photography #Macro #Nature
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
With the Wind in Her Sails A small sailboat follows its own course between the island and the vast horizon. No signposts ahead — only sea, wind and freedom. As long as there is wind in her sails, there is always another path. #Photography #BlackAndWhite #Sailing
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Beach Guardian As summer comes to an end, the crowds slowly fade away, and peace quietly returns to our little coastal town. With the tourists gone, the seagulls step up to resume their customary duty—standing watch over the beach with calm pride. #Minimalism #Seagull #Seascape #AdriaticSea
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Golden Reflection Summer is slowly passing, leaving behind golden evenings, quiet seas and memories of days when there was nowhere to hurry. Some moments disappear with the sunset. Others stay with us. #Photography #Sunset #Croatia #Krk
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
In the Wind Tunera — a symbol of fishermen's ingenuity in traditional tuna fishing before the era of sonars. The wind drives away heavy clouds, clearing the sky for another bright and sunny day, even as summer draws to a close. Summer is fading, but people cherish every beautiful moment by the sea.
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Sunset Peace in Šilo Twilight in Šilo is all about slowing down. Casting a fishing line here isn't just about the catch; it's about clearing the mind while the sky and sea paint the perfect backdrop. ☕️🎣🌅 #SunsetFishing #SeaView #LandscapePhotography #maliOli #CroatiaFullOfLife #Canon
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
My Dawn Moments on the Korana For a brief moment, as the first rays of the morning sun appeared on the horizon, it felt as if nature itself had stopped to pay tribute to the great shining star. #goldenlight #morninglight #reflection #mist #boats #boat #nature #peaceful #tranquility #serenity
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The Red Boat A red boat resting softly under the shade of an old tree canopy. The Korana River has become its home, wrapped in early morning tranquility. ☕️🚣‍♂️🌳✨ #RedBoat #MorningStillness #LandscapePhotography #RiverLife #maliOli #CanonR7
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Before Dawn on the Korana River That quiet moment when nature pauses and takes a breath... No birdsong, no rustling in the bushes, as if everything awaits the first break of dawn. Pure morning stillness by the wooden boat on the Korana River. ☕️🌅 #BeforeDawn #MorningMist #LandscapePhotography
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Dusk on the Kupa River The sun quietly slips between the rooftops as the Kupa River flows gently at its low summer level. Karlovac wrapped in the calm tones of a summer dusk — a pure moment of stillness by the water. ☕️🌅🌊✨ #Sunset #GoldenHour #LandscapePhotography #RiverView #malioli
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Reflection Before the day fully awakens, the night still briefly rules over the peaceful Korana River.The lights of the bridge guard the city's contours while Karlovac is still asleep,reflecting the quiet magic of the blue hour.Priceless moments of peace along the river before heading back.
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
View of Radićeva Street A peaceful summer walk as the setting sun spills golden light across the streets of Karlovac. The chestnut trees are slowly catching their first autumn shades — summer is gently winding down. ☕️🍂🏛️✨ #SummerEvening #GoldenHour #Cityscape #StreetPhotography #maliOli
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Another day is slowly coming to an end. People return with memories of beautiful summer moments — youth, laughter, friendship and that wonderful feeling of having nowhere else to be. Sometimes, that is more than enough.
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Thorn Rising sharp and proud in the morning sun, the agave thorn catches the early light. A fascinating study of nature's geometry, soft green textures, and a sharp tip reaching upward. Nature in its simplest, yet most powerful form. 🌵☀️✨ #MacroPhotography #Agave #NatureDetails #TexturesOfNature
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
In the Vinodol Channel A sailboat catching a wind that blows right against where the skipper wants to go. A bit to the left, a bit to the right... but strictly easygoing. No rush at sea, just enjoying the journey across the Adriatic. ☕️⛵️🌊✨ #SailingLife #AdriaticSea #Seascape
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Cruising Along the Coast A cheerful boat gliding right along the coastline. Sightseeing filled with music, drinks, and the warm golden glow of the afternoon sun over the Adriatic. ☕️🚢🌅✨ #BoatExcursion #Coastline #SummerVibes #Seascape #maliOli
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
In Search of Shade A hot day forces everyone to look for some shade, and this little butterfly found its perfect spot. A quiet moment of rest during the summer heat as the sun filters through the dry grass. 🦋🌾✨ #MacroPhotography #CommonBlue #Butterfly
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Return After Morning Fishing Space and scale in the waters of Krk Island. An old wooden fishing boat returns home after visiting its secret fishing spots, set against the grand backdrop of the coastal bridge and distant hills. A timeless symbol of sea tradition and daily life on the Adriatic. 🚣‍♂️🌊✨
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Gently swaying on a grass stem. A little blue butterfly warming its wings in the morning sun, carried gently by the warm breeze. No hurry. No noise. Just a tiny moment of summer. #butterfly #bluebutterfly #macrophotography
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Blue Hour Two completely different worlds sharing the same bay. While a humble wooden fishing boat rests peacefully at its mooring as a symbol of daily coastal life,a modern luxury yacht glides in under the evening lights. A striking contrast of tradition and luxury during the Adriatic blue hour.🚤⛵️✨
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Nature's Geometry Sometimes the simplest details are the most fascinating. Dry blades of grass illuminated by sharp morning light create a pure graphic interplay of lines, angles, and textures. Proof that fine art minimalism lives in the most ordinary corners of nature—you just have to notice it. ✨
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Summer Passing By Another beautiful summer day slowly fades away. The sea, the sun, and the warm breeze vanish with the dusk, passing by just like the strolls on the pier. As the lights of Šilo ignite and reflect on the calm water, all that’s left is to savor this magical twilight. ☕️🌅🌆✨ #SummerVibes
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Unhurried Moments by the Sea When the rush of life slows down,only the finest moments remain. A mature couple enjoying a serene summer sunset on the pier. The fishing gear is set,but the catch doesn't matter — they are here for the quiet conversations,shared memories,and the gentle coastal breeze.
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Sun Caresses the PetalsThis beautiful pink oleander is the perfect subject as the early morning sun gently caresses its petals.The oleander is a true symbol of the Mediterranean—stunningly beautiful, drought-resistant, yet famously toxic.A perfect contrast of beauty and wilderness in a single frame!
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Peace for an Old Boat This small vessel knows every hidden cove around Krk, has weather ed both bura and jugo, and has finally found its deserved tranquility. It still occasionally sails to revisit old haunts, but mostly spends its time in gentle memories.
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
On the Horizon As the sun on the horizon fights against the gathering dusk, a water taxi makes its evening run toward Crikvenica. The sea acts like a mirror, catching and reflecting those final golden rays of the day. Another peaceful evening on our coast. #SunsetPhotography #Seascape #GoldenGlow
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Oliver Švob @malioli.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Golden Dust in the Sky Saharan dust has filled the clouds once again, creating a magical, mystical atmosphere across the sky. The sun slowly filters through the dense amber layers, gifting us another unique sunset in Šilo. #SaharanDust #SunsetPhotography #Sunset #GoldenHour
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