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A silent witness to shifting clouds and ancient ridges—where green, snow, and sky meet without boundaries.
I took this photo while wrestling with a heavy burden. Nature didn’t fix it, but it helped me breathe.
Life can be hard sometimes, unpredictable and heavy. But we must remember, there are times we need to be like the mountains: silent, steady, and unshaken, even when clouds pass through us.
The first frosty morning of autumn, with car windows iced over and the lawn sparkling with frost. Beautiful.
A heavy summer rain rolls through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, cloaking the ridgelines in mist and cloud. The deep greens of the forest canopy glisten with moisture, while low clouds obscure the peaks, creating a moody, layered landscape rich with atmosphere and natural drama.
Continuing on from my last post.
The morning was overwhelmingly beautiful and it provided me with a bit of a dilemma in terms of which direction to head in. There is a path that rounds the whole perimeter of Kinder Scout, some 15-16 miles in length depending on how strictly you want to stick to the edge. Those 16 miles have a great many geological features and different landscapes to be seen along the way, all providing a myriad of photographic subjects...choices, choices.
I let intuition decide rather than intellect and found my legs taking me East along the perimeter path in the direction of Crookstone Knoll, not with a mind so much on photography, but just enjoying the dream like experience of being above the clouds. I followed the trail of a Mountain Hare, which a was occasionally accompanied by the footprints of Red Grouse, all of us seemed to be headed the same direction so there must be something in it, I thought. I chuckle a little at the thought of a hiker following behind later in the day, wondering where the heck a hare, a grouse and human were all heading together!
Not too far along the path at Rowland Cote Moor, I caught sight of Win Hill properly for the first time and was mesmerised by the cloud raking over Hope Brink and the beautiful pastel orange sky, the likes of which I’ve only seen a few times before. I’m rarely a single-subject shooter, but I couldn’t pass up beautiful simple shot that represented the atmosphere of the morning so well.
Emerging from dense morning fog, this ancient moss-covered tree takes on an almost mythical presence. I waited for the perfect balance of light and mist to capture its twisted form, with the vibrant moss creating an otherworldly contrast against the ethereal blue atmosphere.
Silence spreads like a wordless prayer. The lake breathes slowly, as time dissolves along the line where water meets sky. Nothing asks for haste.
There is an invisible dialogue between she and the horizon – a conversation that needs no sound, only presence. The tree, stripped of its leaves, understands. It bends with the wind but stands tall, holding secrets that winter cannot erase.
The bench is not just a place to rest but a space where thoughts drift lightly, dancing between what is and what once was. Solitude, here, does not weigh heavy. It spreads like light over the water, turning every absence into a poem.
At the lake’s edge, what feels missing becomes whole.
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O silêncio se espalha como uma prece sem palavras. O lago respira devagar, enquanto o tempo se dissolve na linha onde a água encontra o céu. Nada pede pressa.
Há um diálogo invisível entre ela e o horizonte – uma conversa que não precisa de som, apenas de presença. A árvore, despida de folhas, entende. Ela se curva com o vento, mas permanece de pé, guardando segredos que o inverno não apaga.
O banco não é só um lugar de descanso, mas um espaço onde pensamentos flutuam leves, dançando entre o agora e o que já foi. A solidão, aqui, não pesa. Ela se espalha como luz sobre a água, transformando cada ausência em um poema.
Na margem do lago, o que falta se torna inteiro.
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A lone tree stands resilient in the vast expanse of the Namib Desert, bathed in golden light. Amidst towering dunes, it symbolizes the strength of life in one of Earth’s most extreme landscapes.
A lone wanderer moves through the endless expanse of golden dunes, while the sky dances with soft clouds. The sand formations whisper stories of the winds that come and go, while the human figure remains just a tiny part of this vast landscape—searching for something, or perhaps just for themselves.
A surreal interpretation of Mount Teide, where light, motion, and texture merge to create an abstract volcanic dreamscape. The golden hues of Tenerife’s iconic peak seem to melt into the sky, evoking the island’s raw energy.
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In the remote wilderness of Lapland, lived Ailu, a wise Sami herder, alongside his wife Anja, their children Piera and Aina, and their loyal companion - the Lapland herding dog Sisu. Their days were filled with tending to a herd of reindeer, essential for their livelihood in the vast tundra. Winter held the land firmly in its grip, with icy winds howling through the forests and snow blanketing the horizon in a mesmerizing white carpet. One cold morning, while Ailu was checking on the herd, he discovered that some reindeer had ventured dangerously close to the edge of a frozen river. He felt a pang of concern, knowing that the ice could be unreliable, especially with recent weather fluctuations. Without hesitation, Ailu called upon his faithful companion Sisu, a strong and intelligent dog who always accompanied him on his wilderness journeys. Together, they hurried to the river, where they found a young reindeer slipped on the thin ice. The animal struggled to stay upright, its hooves dangerously slipping on the slick surface. Ailu knew he had to act swiftly. With calm determination and with danger to his own life, he approached the reindeer, while Sisu stood at the edge of the ice, eyes fixed on his master and the struggling animal. Ailu spoke softly and reassuringly to the reindeer, gently reaching out to calm it. After what seemed like an eternity, Ailu managed to help the reindeer back on its feet. With careful movements, he began to crawl back, guiding the reindeer safely along. Sisu remained alert and vigilant, his presence alone a reassurance in this critical situation. Eventually, they safely reached the riverbank. Ailu was soaked and exhausted, but his heart was filled with joy and relief. Sisu barked excitedly, his happiness over the successful rescue evident. That evening, by the crackling fire in their modest hut, Ailu felt deep gratitude for his loyal companion and beloved family. Anja prepared a warm meal, while Piera and Aina listened intently to the story of the rescue. Sisu lay contentedly beside them, casting occasional faithful glances at his master. The legend of Ailu, his family, and Sisu spread throughout the Sami communities of Lapland. The tale of courage, camaraderie, and the unbreakable bond between man, animal, and nature was recounted around campfires and in warm, welcoming huts, a testament to the power of love and cooperation in Lapland's rugged yet beautiful world.
I took the photo of Ailu at the Arktikum, a museum and science center, in Rovaniemi. It was an old, cherished photograph that I digitally restored to bring its original beauty back to life.
In het afgelegen Lapland leefde Ailu, een wijze Sami-herder, samen met zijn vrouw Anja, hun kinderen Piera en Aina, en hun trouwe metgezel - de Laplandse herdershond Sisu. Hun dagen werden gevuld met het hoeden van een kudde rendieren, essentieel voor hun leven in de uitgestrekte toendra. De winter had het land stevig in zijn greep, met ijzige winden die door de bossen gierden en sneeuw die de horizon bedekte met een betoverend wit tapijt. Op een koude ochtend, terwijl Ailu de kudde controleerde, ontdekte hij dat een aantal rendieren zich hadden gewaagd naar de rand van een bevroren rivier. Hij voelde een zorgelijke prikkel door zijn hart gaan, wetende dat het ijs onbetrouwbaar kon zijn, vooral met de recente schommelingen in het weer. Zonder aarzelen riep Ailu zijn trouwe metgezel Sisu, een sterke en intelligente hond die hem altijd vergezelde op zijn tochten door de wildernis. Samen snelden ze naar de rivier, waar ze een jong rendier aantroffen, uitgegleden op het dunne ijs. Het dier worstelde om overeind te blijven, zijn hoeven gleden gevaarlijk uit over het gladde oppervlak. Ailu wist dat hij snel moest handelen. Met kalme vastberadenheid en met gevaar voor zijn eigen leven benaderde hij het rendier, terwijl Sisu aan de rand van het ijs stond, zijn ogen gefixeerd op zijn meester en het hulpbehoevende dier. Ailu sprak zachtjes en geruststellend tegen het rendier, terwijl hij voorzichtig zijn hand uitstak om het te kalmeren. Na een tijd die eindeloos leek, wist Ailu het rendier voorzichtig op zijn poten te krijgen. Met bedachtzame bewegingen begon hij terug te kruipen, het rendier zachtjes meetrekkend. Sisu bleef alert en waakzaam, zijn aanwezigheid alleen al een geruststelling in deze kritieke situatie. Uiteindelijk bereikten ze veilig de oever van de rivier. Ailu was doorweekt en uitgeput, maar zijn hart was vervuld van vreugde en opluchting. Sisu blafte enthousiast rond, zijn vreugde over de geslaagde reddingsactie duidelijk merkbaar. Die avond, bij het knapperende vuur in hun bescheiden hut, voelde Ailu een diepe dankbaarheid voor zijn trouwe metgezel en zijn geliefde familie. Anja bereidde een warme maaltijd, terwijl Piera en Aina ademloos luisterden naar het verhaal van de redding. Sisu lag tevreden naast hen, zijn trouwe ogen af en toe naar zijn meester kijkend. De legende van Ailu, zijn familie en Sisu verspreidde zich door de Sami-gemeenschappen van Lapland. Het verhaal van moed, verbondenheid en de onbreekbare band tussen mens, dier en natuur werd doorverteld rond kampvuren en in warme, gastvrije hutten, als een herinnering aan de kracht van liefde en samenwerking in de ruige, maar prachtige wereld van Lapland.
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I am visiting my son BieJee in Rovaniemi, where he is working on his master’s thesis at the partner university in Lapland, specifically at the Arktikum. Arktikum is a science center and museum where you can closely experience northern nature, culture, and history. It houses the Arctic Centre of the University of Lapland and the Regional Museum of Lapland. The center stimulates thinking, encourages debate, and provides deeper insights into the Arctic region. BieJee is researching the impact of climate change on the Sami, the indigenous people of Lapland. The Sami have their own unique culture, languages, and traditions and are known for their close connection to nature and the preservation of their nomadic lifestyle. Climate change has significant effects on the Sami, an indigenous people living in Lapland, a region that spans Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. Changes in snow and ice cover directly impact traditional activities such as reindeer herding, a crucial part of Sami culture and economy. The warming climate leads to ecosystem changes, such as the shifting of tree lines and the emergence of new plant and animal species. This can disrupt the habitat of reindeer and other animals and alter the region's biodiversity. Milder winters and increased rainfall can create an ice layer on the snow, making it more difficult for reindeer to access lichen, their primary food source. Melting snow and ice make it harder to access traditional areas vital to the Sami's culture and livelihood, such as hunting and fishing grounds. Environmental changes force them to adapt their centuries-old traditions and ways of life. Adapting to new conditions can create financial pressure and disrupt the social and cultural structures within Sami communities. I am proud to say that BieJee’s thesis, which contributes to the improvement of the health and well-being of the Sami, has been successfully completed.
1. centre Into the heart of Lapland: a portrait and story of Ailu, 2. top left Exploring the snowy landscape of Lapland with reindeer, 3. Traditional Sami lavvu, a shelter made of reindeer skins, 4. Woodcutting for the Korouoma Campfire Pit, 5. Dogs are important companions for the Sami, 6. The Wolverine: symbol of the northern wilderness, 7. Dogs in Sami culture: from herding to companionship, 8. The majestic moose of Lapland: guardians of the northern wilderness, 9. The Brown Bear in Lapland: an iconic resident of the northern forest, 10. 172-Meter glass corridor at Artikum for northern lights viewing, 11. Lapland's snowy owls: winter's silent hunters, 12. Polar Bear: lord of the Arctic, 13. BieJee has successfully completed his master’s thesis at the Arktikum in Lapland.
In Rovaniemi bezoek ik mijn zoon BieJee, die op dat moment bezig is aan zijn masterscriptie aan de partneruniversiteit in Lapland, specifiek bij het Arktikum. Arktikum is een science center en museum waar je de noordelijke natuur, cultuur en geschiedenis van dichtbij kunt ervaren. Het huisvest het Arctisch Centrum van de Universiteit van Lapland en het Regionaal Museum van Lapland. Het centrum stimuleert het denken, bevordert het debat en biedt een dieper inzicht in het Noordpoolgebied. BieJee onderzoekt onder andere de invloed van klimaatverandering op de Sami, de inheemse bevolking van Lapland. De Sami hebben hun eigen unieke cultuur, talen en tradities en staan bekend om hun nauwe band met de natuur en het behoud van hun nomadische levensstijl. Klimaatverandering heeft aanzienlijke gevolgen voor de Sami, een inheems volk dat leeft in Lapland, een regio die zich uitstrekt over Noorwegen, Zweden, Finland en Rusland. De veranderingen in sneeuw- en ijsbedekking hebben directe invloed op traditionele activiteiten zoals rendierhouderij, een belangrijk onderdeel van de Sami-cultuur en -economie. De opwarming van het klimaat leidt tot veranderingen in het ecosysteem, zoals de verschuiving van boomgrenzen en de opkomst van nieuwe plant- en diersoorten. Dit kan het leefgebied van rendieren en andere dieren verstoren en de biodiversiteit in de regio veranderen. Zachtere winters en toenemende regenval kunnen leiden tot een ijslaag op de sneeuw, waardoor het moeilijker wordt voor rendieren om bij mos te komen, hun belangrijkste voedselbron. Smeltende sneeuw en ijs maken het moeilijker om toegang te krijgen tot traditionele gebieden die belangrijk zijn voor de cultuur en het levensonderhoud van de Sami, zoals jacht- en visgebieden. Veranderingen in het milieu dwingen hen om hun eeuwenoude tradities en levenswijzen aan te passen. De aanpassing aan nieuwe omstandigheden kan financiële druk veroorzaken en de sociaal-culturele structuren binnen Sami-gemeenschappen verstoren. De Sami pleiten voor meer erkenning van de impact van klimaatverandering op inheemse volkeren en vragen om ondersteuning bij het aanpassingsproces. Klimaatverandering is dus niet alleen een ecologisch probleem, maar ook een cultureel en sociaal probleem voor de Sami. Met trots kan ik zeggen dat BieJee's masterscriptie, die bijdraagt aan de verbetering van de gezondheid en het welzijn van de Sami, met succes is afgerond.
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Captured on the night of October 10, 2024, by Duncan Rawlinson, this ethereal image showcases the vibrant Aurora Borealis illuminating the sky over the calm waters of the 1000 Islands in Ontario, Canada. The brilliant reds, purples, and greens were a result of a G4-level geomagnetic storm, offering a rare and unforgettable display of the Northern Lights across large parts of North America, including locations as far south as Delaware and North Carolina. This natural light show was driven by a powerful solar flare that sent charged particles colliding with Earth's atmosphere, creating a spectacular, otherworldly scene.
Before taking timelapse assingment , I got up early and found this sight of simple viillage life.
Amongst the vibrant sea of blossoms in the flower fields, two women working in red rose fields in a hazy morning.
A moment of timeless reverence and silent homage.
This is IR photography with a bit of Dodging and Burning!
A surreal seascape where a divine rendering engine falters, captured by Duncan Rawlinson through a blend of contemporary photography and AI techniques. This artwork explores latent space, merging digital and natural elements in a futuristic and imaginative manner, highlighting the errors in a divine rendering engine.
Motion blurred, abstract image of West Coast rainforest tree trunks and colourful forest floor. Moss-covered tree trunks glow green against the dark trees.
Images from a few days spent exploring the beauty of the Slovenian countryside in spring.
All images by Alex Berger, please reach out directly for licensing or usage requests.
Find more of my work at alex-berger.com or on virtualwayfarer.com.
A surreal interpretation of a tranquil forest stream, where sunlight filters through the dense canopy, casting a dreamlike glow over the scene. Vibrant red and white wildflowers burst to life along the moss-covered banks, complementing the rich greens of the foliage. The gently flowing water reflects the ethereal quality of this imagined landscape. Created by Duncan Rawlinson, this AI-enhanced artwork merges realism with surrealism to capture the essence of nature's beauty in a unique and captivating way.
This piece, titled “The Forgotten Ruins”, portrays an eerie and abandoned landscape that bridges the past and the present. The focal point, a massive stone face partially embedded in a canyon wall, suggests an ancient civilization that has long since fallen into ruin. The face, weathered and cracked, exudes a sense of serenity and timelessness, as if it has witnessed countless ages pass by. Despite its state of disrepair, there is an undeniable dignity to the figure, as though it still holds memories of a lost era.
The landscape is equally haunting. The moss-covered stones and reflecting pools of water give the environment a sense of dampness and decay, implying the passage of time and nature reclaiming what once belonged to humankind. The mist that hangs in the air adds to the mystery, creating a somber, almost sacred atmosphere. The light filtering through the canyon gives the piece an ethereal glow, casting shadows that enhance the feeling of isolation and abandonment.
The silence in the scene is palpable; it feels as if time itself has slowed down in this forgotten place. The viewer is invited to reflect on the themes of decay, memory, and the transient nature of power and civilizations. What was once grand and influential is now a relic, overgrown and eroded by the forces of nature.
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Aurora and Comets have arrived in Copenhagen - so it was time to head into town and see what unusual images I could make of these incredible, fleeting moments.
For licensing or usage requests please reach out directly to Alex Berger / see more of my work on alex-berger.com
Out and about exploring my back yard. Photos from in and around Copenhagen.
For licensing or usage requests please reach out directly to Alex Berger / see more of my work on alex-berger.com.
Images from a few days spent exploring the beauty of the Slovenian countryside in spring.
All images by Alex Berger, please reach out directly for licensing or usage requests.
Find more of my work at alex-berger.com or on virtualwayfarer.com.
Norway is a place of endless natural beauty. Incredible fjords, winding small roads, raw tunnels carved through the bedrock and so much more. These images are from summer road trips during 2024.
These images do not utilize AI and are original imagery with no items added or removed (such as errant leaves, pieces of trash, or power lines). What you see is as close to the moment as I experienced it.
All images by Alex Berger, please reach out directly for licensing or usage requests.
Find more of my work at alex-berger.com or on virtualwayfarer.com.
Aurora and Comets have arrived in Copenhagen - so it was time to head into town and see what unusual images I could make of these incredible, fleeting moments.
For licensing or usage requests please reach out directly to Alex Berger / see more of my work on alex-berger.com
Aurora and Comets have arrived in Copenhagen - so it was time to head into town and see what unusual images I could make of these incredible, fleeting moments.
For licensing or usage requests please reach out directly to Alex Berger / see more of my work on alex-berger.com
Aurora and Comets have arrived in Copenhagen - so it was time to head into town and see what unusual images I could make of these incredible, fleeting moments.
For licensing or usage requests please reach out directly to Alex Berger / see more of my work on alex-berger.com
Aurora and Comets have arrived in Copenhagen - so it was time to head into town and see what unusual images I could make of these incredible, fleeting moments.
For licensing or usage requests please reach out directly to Alex Berger / see more of my work on alex-berger.com
The weather was strong - with days where the wind was over 30m/s but never the less the Icelandic beauty was on full display. These images are from a brief roadtrip along the South Coast.
All of these images are single exposure with basic edits - nothing added, nothing removed. The only use of AI is for moderate noise reduction.
All images by Alex Berger, please reach out directly for licensing or usage requests.
Find more of my work at alex-berger.com or on virtualwayfarer.com.
Aurora and Comets have arrived in Copenhagen - so it was time to head into town and see what unusual images I could make of these incredible, fleeting moments.
For licensing or usage requests please reach out directly to Alex Berger / see more of my work on alex-berger.com
Norway is a place of endless natural beauty. Incredible fjords, winding small roads, raw tunnels carved through the bedrock and so much more. These images are from summer road trips during 2024.
These images do not utilize AI and are original imagery with no items added or removed (such as errant leaves, pieces of trash, or power lines). What you see is as close to the moment as I experienced it.
All images by Alex Berger, please reach out directly for licensing or usage requests.
Find more of my work at alex-berger.com or on virtualwayfarer.com.