In July 2024 I took a few snaps in Elduvík, The Faroe Islands. Its a place I always make a stop on my private and custom photography workshops that I run. Its such a quiet and beautiful village. Not many people live here, around 12 people or so and the town sits on the end of the road in a fjord, looking out over the water onto Kalsoy island.
The grainy black and white in these pictures is something I love to use and express my vision of The Faroe Islands in.
So these pictures of beautiful Elduvík are no exception. It is everything you want from a small Faroese village. Old houses, the ocean nearby, windswept landscapes, rustic and nordic details all around. Enjoy watching these pictures.
Workshop in "Het Leudal" // The last colors of Autumn
Today I gave another photography workshop in my local nature reserve. “Het Leudal” for two nice guys from Belgium. My clients were really into learning how to find new compositions, look for leading lines, framing, and just looking and experiencing a forest (in this case) for photography. Also very much to just slow down and enjoy nature ofcourse.
We did walk about 9km through the area and encountered a lot of nice places. Some Leudal classics, and beautiful random encounters. Some interesting conversations about photography accompanied us during our walks. We all had a great day. Thank you for joining me today guys, and to you: Thanks for checking out this blogpost. Below is a selection of photographs from today.
The Classic. A long exposure at the watermill in Het Leudal
A well spotted beautiful leaf with waterdrops by one of the participants. I had to shoot it too ofcourse.
The beautiful landscape in Het Leudal
A rainy morning in the forest
Today I woke up early, headed to the forest and show a few snaps. The rain didn’t stop me. I actually liked it, as it added some mood to the photographs.
Forest photography in the rain is a captivating and ethereal experience. As the raindrops cascade through the lush green canopy, the forest comes alive with an enchanting atmosphere. The rain adds an element of mystery and intrigue to the photographs, creating a soft and dreamlike ambiance. The moisture in the air enhances the vibrant colors and textures of the foliage, making them appear more saturated and vivid. Every droplet becomes a reflection of the beauty within the forest, transforming ordinary scenes into extraordinary moments.
Through the lens, one can capture the dance of rain-kissed leaves, the glistening bark, and the delicate balance between light and shadow. Forest photography in the rain is an opportunity to explore the hidden corners of nature, revealing its secrets and inviting viewers into a world of tranquility and awe.
Secret Sea Cliffs in Iceland
Iceland has a lot of famous and popular places, but also a lot of not so known places that are often just as beautiful and impressive as the popular places. In this video I am showing one of those locations. Amazing cliffs and sea stacks on the Icelandic coast. I won't mention its name or location. But enjoy the scenery. And if you ever want to see this place, just come back to this video and re-watch it again.
Connection - De Groote Peel
De Groote Peel is a National Park in the area that I live. It is a place I have always been drawn to. Ever since I photograph basically. So much to see, hear and feel there.
The older I get the more I feel emotionally attached to this piece of land. I have family roots in this area. This area is like a magnet, its pretty much always on my mind and radar.
And when I visit and stroll along the tiny pathways crossing the bogs/wetlands into the distance, passing by forestland I listen to the silence. Get humbled by the clouds passing by, wind on my face, and nature setting the pace of life. It is like seeing with your eyes closed. The silence in this place is special, its louder then anywhere else. Isn't it beautiful how you can connect and ground with a place, a strip of land?
And I envision my forefathers and long gone family living here. Working and simply being part of this area. Their blood, veins, and bones are part of this. I am part of this. I am rooted here. It is my Identity.
Shots taken today, on 2nd Christmas day. On a little stroll with my family. To pay tribute to who I am, and where I come from. To those who shaped and are part of me. And very much to whom I wish to be.
