Straight down over the river veins.
Blue pools. At the edge of the ice cap, rivers carve the land that is slowly revealed as the glacier retracts. Rich mineral water pools all over the surface, glowing in the light.
Out in the field, we often come across locations where elements of distinct highland terrain unite. In this area, a massive green mountain stands above a vast plain of black volcanic sand. Truly a sublime landscape. #iceland
The darkness has returned. It's a strange feeling to see a star in the sky again after a summer of endless light. #iceland
The lone cabin. Out amongst the open ocean, the island stands tall. With distant shores and neighbouring islands, it's surrounded by life. Though the cabin residents spend their days alone, with nothing but some sheep to keep them company. #iceland
It's such a calming experience to watch the birds gliding through the clouds. Chilling at the base of the canyon, I could watch them for hours 🌪
When light beams down over the highland valley.
It really feels like another planet sometimes 🇮🇸
Above the ice wall. Tucked away behind a canyon, this glacier tongue sits high up out of sight. It's so interesting to see how the solid ice warps over the vertical rock face. #iceland
Natural mirror. For a brief second, the elements aligned. #iceland
Rapid weather change over an old mountain hut. Dismantled almost twenty years ago, remnants of the ski resort remain throughout the area.
Hidden canyons.
Never a dull day flying high above the glacial flows with the legend himself @volcanopilot. Here's a shot looking straight down over the river 🤙🏼
Beyond the ice cap. Within the northern edge of Vatnajökull sits a world of strange glacial landscapes. In this particular area, both sand and volcanic ash cover the ice as far as the eye can see. Dust storms kick up as katabatic winds sweep down from the high mountains. Deep-ice melt water tunnels reach the surface here, causing endless lakes to rise out of the ice. It's almost impossible to put this place into words, and just as hard to reach. Glaciers are some of the most dangerous places to traverse. Never travel on the ice without an experienced guide, and show extreme caution with every step to minimise the risk of a fatal mistake.
When the family comes to visit, we head to the mountains. On this summit climb, panoramic views swiftly turned to a complete white out. With the wind howling, these are the moments we'll truly remember.
The blue hour has returned.
Contrasts. Sitting amongst the fine summer weather here in Iceland today, it made me think back to the polar opposite conditions from last winter. The foxes don't seem to mind either way though, they are chill 🤙🏼 #iceland
There's so much life hidden beneath the surface. Exploring our local icy waters in the @orukayak. #iceland
As light rain falls, the mountain stands wrapped in fog. Across the seven days of my upcoming photographic workshop with @hannes_becker, we'll be looping through the highlands to photograph a dynamic range of landscapes. From rocky peaks just like this, to vast black ash planes and a volcanic caldera, the adventure will be something to remember. Head to the link in my bio if you'd like to learn more about the trip. There's just one day left to apply if you're keen to join us ✌🏼 #iceland