In May, my friend and fellow photographer Vincent Verstraete (who planned the journey) and I set out for Iceland, driven by a shared passion for its raw landscapes and elusive wildlife. What began as an idea quickly became a full expedition across a land of fire and ice.
We chased shifting light across black sand beaches, hiked through wind, battered valleys, and stood beneath thunderous waterfalls that seemed to shake the earth. Along the way, we followed winding roads into the highlands, endured sudden Arctic squalls, and waited in silence for moments when puffins took flight or wild horses emerged from the mist.
Each day revealed a new Iceland glaciers glowing at sunrise, volcanic craters steaming under heavy skies, and vast horizons that underscored the scale of nature’s power. It was a journey defined by unpredictability, patience, and discovery, where every frame carried the spirit of adventure.
The first 36 images were captured in May, followed by 24 images taken during a return visit in January, focusing on the stark beauty of Iceland in winter.
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ICEL001 - Friend photographer Vincent while setting-up his equipment, the steam and rising vapor clouds make the image mystical.
ICEL002 - Hverir Geothermal Area is one of the main attractions around the Lake Mývatn area in North Iceland.
ICEL003 - This surreal landscape with unique geothermal features, an absolute must for photographers.
ICEL004 - Sitting in a chariot on the way to the west coast to photograph the puffins, a wheel broke of the chariot , this gave me time to photograph the black sand landscape.
ICEL005 - A layer of water washing the coast line as it withdraws. image taken with slow shutter speed.
OICEL006 - Detailed image of Godafoss waterfall.
ICEL007 - Through the eyes of a nature photographer, Iceland’s moss feels like a living tapestry draped over ancient lava. It spills across the black, hardened rock in soft waves of green, turning a once violent eruption into something almost tender. Every curve and texture catches the light differently glowing gold at sunset, deep emerald under a moody sky a quiet testament to time.
ICEL008 - They also call it Icelands signature, a feast for the photographer and nature lover.
ICEL009 - Walking or driving on the moss, is the best way to be called, a bad tourist in Iceland.
ICEL010 - Beautiful, yet fragile, a velvet skin stretched over ancient fire. One careless step can leave a scar that lingers for years, a silent reminder that some of nature’s most breathtaking wonders are also the most delicate.
ICEL011 - Life resist even the fire: moss slowly softening ancient lava.
ICEL012 - Red blueberry grasses on mosses at Pengvillir NP.
ICEL013 - Pair of puffins photographed on the West Coastline.
ICEL014 - Amazing mountains in cloud formation on the way to Vic.
ICEL015 - Rust like land around small rivers are primarily caused by iron rich sediment. This phenomenon is driven by geothermal activity, volcanic minerals, and groundwater interacting with wetlands.
ICEL016 - On our way to Egilsstadir and Höfn we had a short encounter with reindeer be it from a far distance.
ICEL017 - A second encounter on our way to Jökulsárlón and Egilsstadir. The background differs from the first image.
ICEL018 - Where glaciers shatter into diamonds and the ocean keeps the secrets Iceland’s Diamond Beach, a wonder that is unique on Earth.
ICEL019 - Icebergs get carved by the waves for a long and take on a transparent shape like that of crystals or diamonds. located near the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. photographed at around 10,3 pm.
ICEL020 - Sky's can be amazing during the long spring hours.
ICEL021 - Icelandic horses, once exported no return is possible to the island.
ICEL022 - Always a pleasure observing these resilient animals.
ICEL023 - A rare glimpse of the arctic fox. The only one we saw during our trip, happy with the image.
ICEL024 - Iceland’s most common duck: the Common Eider (Somateria mollissima), thriving year round along the coast, especially in the Westfjords.
ICEL025 - Blending into purple erica , the Rock Ptarmigan (Lagopus muta), or rjúpa, calls Iceland’s rugged highlands home all year long.
ICEL026 - Sometimes you see several in a day, but often they are nearby but invisible.
ICLE027 - The Pacific Golden Plover, makes a perfect blending in with the environment.
ICEL028 - The black-tailed godwit is a migratory bird, the Icelandic population spends their winters in Great Britain, France and on the Iberian peninsula.
ICEL029 - Pair of Whooper Swans.
ICEL030 - Iceland’s famous sheep roam freely across the vast, open landscapes of Iceland. Hardy and independent, they have shaped the island’s rural soul for centuries.
ICEL031 - Reindeer thrived in East Iceland, an area with plenty of a key type of lichen (Cetraria islandica).
ICEL032 - Many of Iceland’s reindeer now spend much time in spring foraging in the highlands near Mount Snæfel.
ICEL033 - Seagulls sitting on top of a melting iceberg at jokullsarlon.
ICEL034 - A pair of greylag goose, they are easy to find in the lowlands of Iceland.
ICEL035 - The Barnacle Goose starts breeding in Iceland. The main breeding area is in Southeast Iceland. Now they are quite common in some areas such as the Glacier Lagoon.
ICEL036 - Common eider male in action pumping himself up to impress.
ICEL037 - For this trip in winter it was my target to photograph arctic foxes. Unfortunately not seen any. Reindeer , Iceland horses, sheep and the unique landscapes compensated.
ICEL038 - Strength meets strength.
ICEL039 - Passage in the snow.
ICEL040 - The Arctic experience is perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts looking to discover Iceland’s raw landscapes and spot reindeer up close.
ICEL041 - The first ray's of magical light.
ICEL042 - Blending in in this amazing landscape.
ICEL043 - With a bit of luck, even on icy winter roads, reindeer appear.
ICEL044 - Sunrise at the famous glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón.
ICEL045 - Visitors at the Crystal Ice Cave in Iceland.
ICEL046 - Play of light and colors reflected in the ice caves.
ICEL047 - This image symbolizes the contrast of the landscape in Iceland.
ICEL048 - Flocks of common eider ducks are found along the coast of the Reykjanes Peninsula, particularly around the shores of Hafnir and Ósar.
ICEL049 - Image taken at the same time as the previous, now with diafragma 22.
ICEL050 - The super horns of the Iceland sheep.
ICEL051 - Penetrating eyes from a black sheep male.
ICEL052 - Iceland horses in the valley.
ICEL053 - Isolated and in heavy cold strong winter winds.
ICEL054 - On the run coming from behind a hill.
ICEL055 - Downhill during heavy snowfall.
ICEL056 - Close to the horses, the cold disappears, leaving only the thrill of photographing a blur of color in motion.
ICEL057 - As snow falls, Icelandic horses turn to the tree area, seeking for shelter.
ICEL058 - Whooper swans near the coast, at sunrise.
ICEL059 - Coastal areas, such as the windy Stórhöfði peninsula.
ICEL060 - The last morning of my trip, sunrise on the wild west coast of Iceland. The wind swept relentlessly across the shoreline, tugging at my jacket and rattling the tripod, while the rising sun spilled a golden glow over the restless sea. Waves, once steel-blue in the dawn, turned yellowish in the early light. Through the lens, it felt like a farewell gift from the island, raw, luminous, and impossible to hold onto for more than a heartbeat.