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NATURE AND LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY

BY MATTHIAS CONRAD

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

SWITZERLAND: Alpine Autumn

Experience the high mountains and magical fall colors

Eugene Theron & Matthias Conrad

20th – 27th October 2025

Join us for 7 night / 8 day landscape photography workshop in the beautiful Swiss Alps. This workshop will take you to two of Switzerlands most iconic landscapes - Zermatt with the towering Matterhorn and the stunning Engadin valley where for a brief period each Autumn the larch trees turn shades of gold and yellow. On this trip you will also experience stunning mountain lakes, gushing rivers and mountain glaciers. Eugene and Matthias have teamed up to offer this workshop where you will not only experience amazing scenery, but also learn from two experienced photographers with their own individual styles..

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MONOCHROME PROJECTS

LIGHTS, SHADOWS, AND GLACIERS.

Over the past decade, my exploration of Switzerland’s alpine regions has been an inexhaustible source of inspiration.

Among the many wonders I have encountered, I am most captivated by the ever-changing dance of clouds and glaciers atop the rugged peaks.

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BOTANICAL STUDIES

It's the culmination of nearly a decade of project work, inspired by the intricate scientific illustrations of Ernst Haeckel in his seminal work, "Art Forms of Nature."

My deep-rooted fascination with minimalist depictions of flora and fauna has its origins in my childhood during the 1980s.

The time spent perusing my mother's herbariums, filled with native medicinal plants, ignited a lasting passion for botanical art.

GALLERY QUALITY FINE ART PRINTS

A selection of my images is available as fine art prints for your walls. Elevate your space with captivating visuals, carefully crafted to bring artistry into your home. Explore the gallery and discover the perfect piece that resonates with you.

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WORKSHOPS 2025/2026

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“Enjoy the little things”

I’d like to show some love to my long-term project Botanical Studies – a quiet exploration of the overlooked: spiky, twisted, delicate, bold. Plants with character.

Originally inspired by Ernst Haeckel’s Art Forms in Nature, and later deeply moved by Karl Blossfeldt’s methodical approach, I chose a different path – giving each plant space to breathe, surrounded by soft negative space.

This time, I’m sharing the series in full color – a tribute to nature’s subtle palette and the graphic poetry hidden in its smallest forms.

#botanicalstudies #macroart #plantswithcharacter #slowphotography #stilllifelovers

The Wild Garlic (Smelly) Show
While the wild garlic is still in full bloom, there are signs that this year’s season might soon come to an end—many of its leaves have already turned yellow.

Every year, I reach a breaking point when I just can’t take the smell anymore. Don’t get me wrong—I love wild garlic—but having that scent in your nose 24/7 for weeks can get a little overwhelming. Especially when you’re trying to enjoy a slice of cake or some ice cream at a café on the edge of the forest. Or when you’re out riding your mountain bike on those trails—even the bike ends up smelling like garlic... lol.

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The Stinking Rose
This year’s wild garlic season has been a bit unusual in our woods. Due to the dry and hot spring, some of the plants had yellowing leaves even before they were fully in bloom.

Every year, I reach a „breaking point“ when I just can’t take the smell anymore. Don’t get me wrong—I love wild garlic—but having that scent in your nose 24/7 for weeks can get a little overwhelming. Especially when you’re trying to enjoy a slice of cake or some ice cream at a café on the edge of the forest. Or when you’re out riding your mountain bike on those trails—even the bike ends up smelling like garlic... lol.

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In my local woods the wild garlic is almost in full bloom. Let’s give it 2-3 days. 😍

Happy Earth Day!
The zickzacking of melting glaciers. On one hand, it is fascinating to explore the diverse shapes and patterns formed by glacier ice. On the other hand, it is disheartening to witness the glaciers melting away before our eyes. After visiting certain glaciers over the years, the extent of their retreat or even their complete disappearance becomes strikingly evident.

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The zickzacking of melting glaciers. On one hand, it is fascinating to explore the diverse shapes and patterns formed by glacier ice. On the other hand, it is disheartening to witness the glaciers melting away before our eyes. After visiting certain glaciers over the years, the extent of their retreat or even their complete disappearance becomes strikingly evident.

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Colors and mood at the Baltic Sea.
Sometimes when you visit the wild beaches of the Westrand at the Darss Peninsula, the Baltic Sea is as calm as a little pond. Such conditions are almost ruining your composition with great light and windbreakers. Even with those conditions, I’m happy with the image. Sure, there could be more waves or at least some white lines where the waves break and the sunset could have been more spectacular but that’s what nature threw at me at this moment in time. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned as a photographer and human being is, managing your expectations.

#BalticSea #Darss #LandscapePhotography #NatureMood #MoodyTones #WinterVibes #FineArtPhotography #MutedColors #GermanyNature #VisualPoetry #NatureContrast #Ostsee #elementsphotomag #sunsets

Colors and Mood at the Baltic Sea
Behind the dunes, with a view of the unique Bodden landscape, you get a glimpse of what lies beyond the sandy beaches. One of the more unusual places to explore is the Darß Peninsula. I’ve soaked in countless childhood memories here during family vacations over the years. No matter the season, this place always rewards you with stunning images. I’m constantly amazed by the variety of conditions and the quality of light—especially in fall and winter—you can capture here. It’s no wonder this area has inspired so many famous painters.

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Colors and Mood at the Baltic Sea

This is one of my favorite photos I took during winter on the Darß peninsula at the Baltic Sea—even though it doesn’t actually show the sea itself. The Baltic can often appear quite dull, and on that particular day, it looked more like a calm lake, with barely any waves and little movement in the water.

For me, this image captures the quiet, captivating beauty and contrasts of nature. The yellow-brown dune grass, the storm-battered tree, and the gray sky come together to form a compelling, emotionally charged scene—inviting the viewer to reflect on both the power and the subtle grace of nature.

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Home, sweet home! Once a year from March to May my local woods are mutating into this smelly wild garlic wonderland.

Every year I reach a „breaking point“ when I can’t stand the smell anymore. Don’t get me wrong, I love wild garlic but having the smell in your nose 24/7 for weeks can be a little bit annoying esp. when you eat a piece of cake or ice cream in a café at the edge of the forest. Or when you riding your mountain bike on those trails - even the bike smells like it... lol

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Bavarian jungle.
It looks like a fairy tale forest with all the lush greens, the small stream, and the fog in the background. Sometimes you get lucky and find such little hidden gems.

#elementsphotomag #moody_nature #earthoudoors #wondermore #awesome_earthpix #artofvisuals #lensible #stayandwander #folkscenery @sonyalphadeutschland @elementsphotomag @gitzoswitzerland @gitzoinspires #bayernliebe #bayern #woodlandphotography #woodlands_and_water

Spring in the mountains.
I’m looking forward to being back again at this beauty next month. Last May I led a small workshop group in that magnificent part of the Alps and it’s fascinating to see subtle changes in the waterfall itself over the year and love how you can see the flow of the water.

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I’m grateful and happy that some of my images of my long-term project „Lights, Shadows, and Glaciers“ got published in the amazing ELEMENTS Photo Magazine in Issue 49.

I am beyond honored and grateful to see my long-term project, Lights, Shadows, and Glaciers, featured in the March 2025 issue of Elements Photo Magazine. This project has been a journey of passion, patience, and deep respect for the changing landscapes of our planet—particularly the fragile beauty of glaciers.

A heartfelt thank you to the team at Elements Photo Magazine for sharing my work and vision with a wider audience. Their dedication to high-quality photography storytelling makes this recognition even more meaningful. It’s also a true honor to be featured alongside so many incredibly talented photographers in this issue—artists whose work continues to inspire and push the boundaries of landscape photography.

Through Lights, Shadows, and Glaciers, I have sought to capture the interplay between light and landscape, documenting the silent transformation of ice and rock under the forces of nature and time. It’s a visual dialogue between the elements—one that I hope inspires awareness and appreciation for these vanishing landscapes.

Seeing this project highlighted in such a prestigious publication is both humbling and motivating. To all who have followed my work, supported me along the way, or simply taken a moment to reflect on these images—thank you.

If you haven’t yet, I invite you to check the ELEMENTS Magazine: @elementsphotomag

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A hazy shade of winter.
Winter was not as expected with it more feeling like a cold-ish spring. Enjoy what’s around you and enjoy the little things.
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Frozen Bubbles.

Being out on the ice with my trusty macro lens opened a world full of delicate details hidden within the ice.
Even this glimpse unveils layers of uniquely formed, whimsical frozen bubbles that invite you to pause and appreciate nature’s artistry.

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Enjoy the little things!
While this may not be Abrahams Lake and I might have needed a macro lens to capture the delicate details hidden within the ice.
Even this glimpse unveils layers of uniquely formed, whimsical frozen bubbles that invite you to pause and appreciate nature’s artistry.

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Sometimes it’s funny, when you re-visit some of your older images and realize that the creative vision of the past still resonates with my passions today. I remain captivated by black and white photography—especially when it frames the drama of clouds, the mood of the weather, the majesty of glaciers, and the allure of high mountains. In retrospect I would have changed the image composition slightly but overall I still love the image as it is.

What about you—do you have any old images in your collection you like as they are and you wouldn’t change a thing?

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This is one of my earliest images from the „Lights, Shadows, and Glaciers“ series. Over a decade ago, I fell in love with the Swiss mountains and glaciers and captured my first shots using a telephoto lens—with a clear vision of how I wanted the final image to appear in post-processing.

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Cracks in the Ice. Winter felt out of character this year—unusually warm, more like a lingering autumn than its true self. The frozen world beneath us held its own kind of magic, and I found myself captivated by the intricate shapes within. Seeing all those planet- and star-like frozen bubbles felt like discovering something out in space. Embracing a monochromatic vision, I let the ice itself tell its story.

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Winter felt out of character this year—unusually warm, more like a lingering autumn than its true self. But out on the ice with my good friend and photo-buddy Pia ( @piasteen_photography ) chasing bubbles became an adventure, a welcome escape from the dull weather. As we brushed away falling snowflakes, our movements felt almost like those of curling players—sweeping and polishing the ice with comical dedication. The frozen world beneath us held its own kind of magic, and I found myself captivated by the intricate shapes within. Seeing all those planet- and star-like frozen bubbles felt like discovering something out in space. Embracing a monochromatic vision, I let the ice itself tell its story.

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During this unusually warm winter, chasing bubbles with Pia ( @piasteen_photography )was an absolute blast and a much-needed distraction from the dull weather conditions. At one point during the shooting on the ice, it almost felt like we were preparing for a curling match as we polished the surface and cleared away the falling snowflakes from the ice. I decided to focus solely on the shapes within the ice, having a monochromatic approach in mind.

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Discover the timeless beauty of Switzerland’s glacial landscapes with a new collection of black-and-white fine art prints, where nature’s raw textures and dynamic contrasts take center stage.

Printed with archival pigments in museum quality on Hahnemühle PhotoRag 308 g/m² paper for lasting elegance.

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Spring in the Swiss Alps is a breathtaking spectacle, and every year it offers a new experience. Over the past ten years, my exploration of Switzerland’s alpine regions has been an inexhaustible source of inspiration. Among the many wonders I have encountered, I am most captivated by the ever-changing dance of clouds and glaciers atop the rugged peaks.

This interplay of movement and stillness, of soft mists and solid ice, creates scenes that are as dynamic as they are timeless.

To emphasize these details even further, I chose to photograph the glaciers in black and white. By eliminating the distraction of color, the raw textures and stark contrasts take center stage. This minimalist approach reveals the true character of the glaciers—their deep crevices, jagged ridges, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. It is remarkable how much more becomes visible when nature’s vibrant colors recede, allowing the story of the ice to unfold in its purest form.

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Discover the timeless beauty of Switzerland’s glacial landscapes with a new collection of black-and-white fine art prints, where nature’s raw textures and dynamic contrasts take center stage.

Printed with archival pigments in museum quality on Hahnemühle PhotoRag 308 g/m² paper for lasting elegance.

=> LINK IN BIO <=

Spring in the Swiss Alps is a breathtaking spectacle, and every year it offers a new experience. Over the past ten years, my exploration of Switzerland’s alpine regions has been an inexhaustible source of inspiration. Among the many wonders I have encountered, I am most captivated by the ever-changing dance of clouds and glaciers atop the rugged peaks.

This interplay of movement and stillness, of soft mists and solid ice, creates scenes that are as dynamic as they are timeless.

To emphasize these details even further, I chose to photograph the glaciers in black and white. By eliminating the distraction of color, the raw textures and stark contrasts take center stage. This minimalist approach reveals the true character of the glaciers—their deep crevices, jagged ridges, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. It is remarkable how much more becomes visible when nature’s vibrant colors recede, allowing the story of the ice to unfold in its purest form.

#elementsphotomag #bwnaturephotography #bnwmood #bnwdrama #bnw_magazine #bnwminimalismmag #masters_in_bnw #bnw_creatives #incredible_minimal #bnw_exquisite #incredible_bnw #bnw_greatshots #flair_bw #rsa_bnw #bnw_zone #bnw_demand @fineartzone @oozealliance @bnwmood @blacknwhite_perfection @bw_curators #blacknwhite_perfection #moments_in_bnw @bnw.minimalism #tv_allwhite #sigmalens #bnw_curators

Lights, Shadows, and Glaciers 007

Discover the timeless beauty of Switzerland’s glacial landscapes with a new collection of black-and-white fine art prints, where nature’s raw textures and dynamic contrasts take center stage.

Printed with archival pigments in museum quality on Hahnemühle PhotoRag 308 g/m² paper for lasting elegance.

=> LINK IN BIO <=

Spring in the Swiss Alps is a breathtaking spectacle, and every year it offers a new experience. Over the past ten years, my exploration of Switzerland’s alpine regions has been an inexhaustible source of inspiration. Among the many wonders I have encountered, I am most captivated by the ever-changing dance of clouds and glaciers atop the rugged peaks.

This interplay of movement and stillness, of soft mists and solid ice, creates scenes that are as dynamic as they are timeless.

To emphasize these details even further, I chose to photograph the glaciers in black and white. By eliminating the distraction of color, the raw textures and stark contrasts take center stage. This minimalist approach reveals the true character of the glaciers—their deep crevices, jagged ridges, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. It is remarkable how much more becomes visible when nature’s vibrant colors recede, allowing the story of the ice to unfold in its purest form.

#elementsphotomag #bwnaturephotography #infinity_bnw #bnwmood #bnwdrama #bnw_magazine #bnw_fanatics #bnw_rose #bnw_atmosphere #awesomebnw #bnwminimalismmag #masters_in_bnw #bnw_creatives #incredible_minimal #bnw_exquisite #bnw_curators #bnw_greatshots #flair_bw #gallery_legit #rsa_bnw #bnw_zone #gottolove_bnw #bnw_demand #ok_bnw #blacknwhite_perfection #blancnoir2 #greatestbnw #moments_in_bnw @bnw.minimalism #tv_allwhite #sigmalens

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Discover the timeless beauty of Switzerland’s glacial landscapes with a new collection of black-and-white fine art prints, where nature’s raw textures and dynamic contrasts take center stage.

Printed with archival pigments in museum quality on Hahnemühle PhotoRag 308 g/m² paper for lasting elegance.

=> LINK IN BIO <=

Spring in the Swiss Alps is a breathtaking spectacle, and every year it offers a new experience. Over the past ten years, my exploration of Switzerland’s alpine regions has been an inexhaustible source of inspiration. Among the many wonders I have encountered, I am most captivated by the ever-changing dance of clouds and glaciers atop the rugged peaks.

This interplay of movement and stillness, of soft mists and solid ice, creates scenes that are as dynamic as they are timeless.

To emphasize these details even further, I chose to photograph the glaciers in black and white. By eliminating the distraction of color, the raw textures and stark contrasts take center stage. This minimalist approach reveals the true character of the glaciers—their deep crevices, jagged ridges, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. It is remarkable how much more becomes visible when nature’s vibrant colors recede, allowing the story of the ice to unfold in its purest form.

#elementsphotomag #bwnaturephotography #infinity_bnw #bnwmood #bnwdrama #bnw_magazine #bnw_fanatics #bnw_rose #bnw_atmosphere #awesomebnw #bnwminimalismmag #masters_in_bnw #bnw_creatives #incredible_minimal #bnw_exquisite #incredible_bnw #bnw_greatshots #flair_bw #gallery_legit #rsa_bnw #bnw_zone #gottolove_bnw #bnw_demand #ok_bnw #blacknwhite_perfection #blancnoir2 #greatestbnw #moments_in_bnw @bnw.minimalism #tv_allwhite

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Spring in the Swiss Alps is a breathtaking spectacle and every year it’s a different experience. Over the past decade, my exploration of Switzerland’s alpine regions has been a source of endless inspiration. Among the many wonders I’ve encountered, what captivates me most is the ever-changing dance of clouds and glaciers atop the rugged peaks.

This interplay of movement and stillness, of soft vapors and solid ice, creates scenes that are as dynamic as they are timeless.

Capturing the intricate details of these glacial landscapes requires precision in both technique and equipment. To preserve the sharpness and texture of the ice, I rely on short exposure times that freeze the subtle motion of the clouds and emphasize the unyielding nature of the glaciers. Using filters, particularly a polariser and 3-stop ND, allows me to manage reflections and control the light, bringing out the full depth and detail in my images. These tools not only help reduce glare on the ice but also balance the light in high-contrast scenes, ensuring the glaciers‘ intricate patterns are rendered with clarity and nuance.

To emphasize these details further, I chose to photograph the glaciers in black & white. By stripping away the distraction of color, the raw textures and stark contrasts are brought to the forefront. This minimalist approach reveals the true character of the glaciers - their deep cracks, jagged ridges, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. It’s remarkable how much more becomes visible when the vibrant hues of nature are subdued, allowing the story of the ice to unfold in its purest form.

#elementsphotomag #bwnaturephotography #infinity_bnw #bnwmood #bnwdrama #bnw_magazine #bnw_fanatics #bnw_rose #bnw_atmosphere #awesomebnw #bnwminimalismmag #masters_in_bnw #bnw_creatives #incredible_minimal #bnw_exquisite #incredible_bnw #bnw_greatshots #flair_bw #gallery_legit #rsa_bnw #bnw_zone #gottolove_bnw #bnw_demand #ok_bnw #blacknwhite_perfection #blancnoir2 #greatestbnw #moments_in_bnw @bnw.minimalism #tv_allwhite

Lights, Shadows, and Glaciers 008

Spring in the Swiss Alps is a breathtaking spectacle and every year it’s a different experience. Over the past decade, my exploration of Switzerland’s alpine regions has been a source of endless inspiration. Among the many wonders I’ve encountered, what captivates me most is the ever-changing dance of clouds and glaciers atop the rugged peaks.

This interplay of movement and stillness, of soft vapors and solid ice, creates scenes that are as dynamic as they are timeless.

Capturing the intricate details of these glacial landscapes requires precision in both technique and equipment. To preserve the sharpness and texture of the ice, I rely on short exposure times that freeze the subtle motion of the clouds and emphasize the unyielding nature of the glaciers. Using filters, particularly a polariser and 3-stop ND, allows me to manage reflections and control the light, bringing out the full depth and detail in my images. These tools not only help reduce glare on the ice but also balance the light in high-contrast scenes, ensuring the glaciers‘ intricate patterns are rendered with clarity and nuance.

To emphasize these details further, I chose to photograph the glaciers in black & white. By stripping away the distraction of color, the raw textures and stark contrasts are brought to the forefront. This minimalist approach reveals the true character of the glaciers - their deep cracks, jagged ridges, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. It’s remarkable how much more becomes visible when the vibrant hues of nature are subdued, allowing the story of the ice to unfold in its purest form.

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Lights, Shadows, and Glaciers 013

Spring in the Swiss Alps is a breathtaking spectacle and every year it’s a different experience. Over the past decade, my exploration of Switzerland’s alpine regions has been a source of endless inspiration. Among the many wonders I’ve encountered, what captivates me most is the ever-changing dance of clouds and glaciers atop the rugged peaks.

This interplay of movement and stillness, of soft vapors and solid ice, creates scenes that are as dynamic as they are timeless.
Capturing the intricate details of these glacial landscapes requires precision in both technique and equipment. To preserve the sharpness and texture of the ice, I rely on short exposure times that freeze the subtle motion of the clouds and emphasize the unyielding nature of the glaciers. Using filters, particularly a polariser and 3-stop ND, allows me to manage reflections and control the light, bringing out the full depth and detail in my images. These tools not only help reduce glare on the ice but also balance the light in high-contrast scenes, ensuring the glaciers‘ intricate patterns are rendered with clarity and nuance.

To emphasize these details further, I chose to photograph the glaciers in black & white. By stripping away the distraction of color, the raw textures and stark contrasts are brought to the forefront. This minimalist approach reveals the true character of the glaciers - their deep cracks, jagged ridges, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. It’s remarkable how much more becomes visible when the vibrant hues of nature are subdued, allowing the story of the ice to unfold in its purest form.

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Lights, Shadows, and Glaciers 004

Discover the timeless beauty of Switzerland’s glacial landscapes through a new collection of black and white fine art prints, where nature’s raw textures and dynamic contrasts take center stage—printed with archival pigment in museum quality on Hahnemühle PhotoRag 308g/sqm paper for lasting elegance.

Capturing the intricate details of these glacial landscapes requires precision in both technique and equipment. To preserve the sharpness and texture of the ice, I rely on short exposure times that freeze the subtle motion of the clouds and emphasize the rugged, unyielding nature of the glaciers. Using filters, particularly a Polarizer and the ND3+CPL combination from Maven, allows me to manage reflections and control the light, bringing out the full depth and detail in my images. These tools not only help reduce glare on the ice but also balance the light in high-contrast scenes, ensuring that the glaciers’ intricate patterns are rendered with clarity and nuance.

To emphasize these details further, I chose to photograph the glaciers in black and white. By stripping away the distraction of color, the raw textures and stark contrasts are brought to the forefront. This minimalist approach reveals the true character of the glaciers—their deep cracks, jagged ridges, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. It’s remarkable how much more becomes visible when the vibrant hues of nature are subdued, allowing the story of the ice to unfold in its purest form.

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Lights, Shadows, and Glaciers 006

Discover the timeless beauty of Switzerland’s glacial landscapes through a new collection of black and white fine art prints, where nature’s raw textures and dynamic contrasts take center stage—printed with archival pigment in museum quality on Hahnemühle PhotoRag 308g/sqm paper for lasting elegance.

Capturing the intricate details of these glacial landscapes requires precision in both technique and equipment. To preserve the sharpness and texture of the ice, I rely on short exposure times that freeze the subtle motion of the clouds and emphasize the rugged, unyielding nature of the glaciers. Using filters, particularly a Polarizer and the ND3+CPL combination from Maven, allows me to manage reflections and control the light, bringing out the full depth and detail in my images. These tools not only help reduce glare on the ice but also balance the light in high-contrast scenes, ensuring that the glaciers’ intricate patterns are rendered with clarity and nuance.

To emphasize these details further, I chose to photograph the glaciers in black and white. By stripping away the distraction of color, the raw textures and stark contrasts are brought to the forefront. This minimalist approach reveals the true character of the glaciers—their deep cracks, jagged ridges, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. It’s remarkable how much more becomes visible when the vibrant hues of nature are subdued, allowing the story of the ice to unfold in its purest form.

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Winter in our forests is always a blast. You often find a mix of patches with more dense vegetation and open space. I like the play of lights and shadows even when there is not a lot of direct light, the dense canopy creates some very interesting scenes.

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The odd couple.
I love those two trees so much. One is a little oak tree and the other is an old plum tree. Both are looking as if they are having a conversation.

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Order & Chaos in the woods.
Being outdoors in such conditions is such a joy. The landscape is covered in a soft blanket of snow which dampens all sounds and creates an almost eerie feeling. Here and there you will get spooked by the sound snow makes when it falls down from the trees. In this image, I love the contrast between the darks of the trees and the brights in the snow and fog.

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The winding river flows gracefully, carving its path through the snow. With the arrival of the New Year, winter has finally set in, and I’m hopeful it will linger for a while.

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The Road Ahead!
Let’s be curious to discover the mystery of what lay around the bend.

Wishing you all a fantastic start into the new year.

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The never-changing stack of wood in the woods
Over the last 6 years, this stack has not changed much. It’s often like a Deja Vu when you revisit a location regularly. This is a small place in the woods where 3 or 4 different trailheads start to some trails leading deeper into the woods or to the mountain-top. This particular stack of tree trunks is almost untouched for at least 5 years. We visit this place often in winter and the conditions are often very similar - so I have almost the same photo for 3 or 4 years. 😳

Do you also have such never changing places?

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🎄✨ Merry Christmas, everyone! ✨🎄
Wishing you all a season filled with happiness, peace, and lots of holiday cheer. 🎶❄️
Enjoy the little things.

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Dreaming of a white Christmas.
Last year in December the freshly fallen snow almost looked like a soft blanket that covered the landscape.

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A lovely day in the woods.
Being the first out in the fresh snow and being the trailblazer is such an amazing thing to do. Last winter, we had strong winds, and it snowed all day. You could literally watch the snowdrifts grow. I’m keeping my fingers crossed for a good winter!

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A row of trees.
I always love nature in winter. Especially when snow is performing some magic to bring out amazing minimalistic scenes and details. I’m still not giving up my hopes for a winterly winter.

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This is one of the little trees I’ve scouted many times during countless bike rides on the local trails to find a good compositions for snowy conditions. I found the creek leading to the tree very appealing and the amount of snow was just about right for the image.

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My favorite tree.

Those minimalistic almost monochromatic scenes are something I’m really looking forward to when the snow is finally here.

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The Misfit.

It’s almost this time of the year again. I love such conditions when you almost see a minimalistic black and white landscape unfold infront of you.

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A very minimalistic Winterwonderland
It’s almost this time of the year again. I love such conditions when you almost see a minimalistic black and white landscape unfold infront of you.

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I’m excited to share the news that this morning brought an unexpected and immensely gratifying surprise – the 2nd Place Silver Star Award in the „Nature: Landscapes Category“ at this year’s ND Awards competition ( ND Magazine & ND Awards ). Winning this accolade fills me with a deep sense of honor and accomplishment.

To highlight the intricate details of the glaciers, I chose to photograph them in black and white. This approach strips away the distraction of color, placing the textures, contrasts, and delicate interplay of light and shadow at the forefront. It’s incredible how much more you notice—the cracks, ridges, and nuances of the ice—when color is removed, and the raw essence of the scene is revealed.

Receiving this Award is not just a personal triumph but also a testament to the passion and dedication poured into the art of minimalistic black-and-white photography. It’s a humbling experience to be acknowledged among such talented photographers.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the ND Awards for the recognition and to everyone who has supported and appreciated my artistic journey.

Congratulations to all the photographers who were awarded and their amazing work!

https://ndawards.net/winners-gallery/nd-awards-2024/professional/landscapes/1126/silver-award/

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In Love with the Details!

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Waiting for the first snow!
The next days should be cold enough for snow in my home region. Fingers crossed! 🤞

(The image is almost exactly 1 year old)

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