St. Salvator Church

St. Salvator Church anchors the entrance to the Klementinum complex along the Royal Route in Old Town, its late Renaissance and early Baroque facade offering one of the more textured and ornate frontages in the city. The row of saints lining the balustrade above the portal gives you strong vertical elements to work with, and positioning yourself across the street lets you capture the full facade with the Charles Street leading toward it as a natural frame. Early morning is ideal when the crowds are thin and soft diffused light hits the stone evenly; direct afternoon sun can be harsh but creates dramatic shadows across the sculptural details. A wide angle lens in the 16 to 24mm range works well for the full facade, while a short telephoto lets you isolate individual statues and decorative elements. The church sits steps from the Charles Bridge, making it easy to combine with a broader Old Town shoot. (Prague, Bohemia, Czech Republic)