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Impermanence: Abstract beauty of ice caves in Iceland

Iceland is home to some of the most breathtaking natural wonders that are just begging to be photographed. So, it’s not surprising to see many photographers finding inspiration everywhere and coming up with different ways to capture it. The unique landscape, for one, lends itself easily to beautiful abstract photography,

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Landscape photography in the far north of Iceland

Among the most challenging yet rewarding paths you can take as an adventurous photographer is landscape photography. Some locations will require you to be thoroughly prepared for each expedition. Others will truly test your thirst for adventure, like the remote location that Thomas Heaton traveled to a few years back. In

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A Touch of Violet: Surreal Iceland in abstract aerial photography

Iceland is home to some of the most stunning and surreal landscapes on Earth, so it’s not surprising that it has become a favorite destination for many photographers. One of them is Hamburg-based visual artist and fine art photographer Jan Erik Waider. He has been documenting the island’s unique charm

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Travel Notes: A tour of Stavanger, Eidfjord, Bergen and Reykjavik

On the final part of my twenty-day journey, we travel to Stavanger, Eidfjord, and Bergen Norway, and end in Reykjavik Iceland. Stavanger, Norway Stavanger (pronounced Sta-vonger), a southern port of Norway, has one of the most interesting Old Towns. Gamle Stavanger’s cobblestone streets are lined with the highest concentrations of

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Photofocus Road Trip: The fire and ice of Iceland

Iceland has been a mainstay for the movie and TV industry for a very long time. What put it on the map as a global tourist destination were shows like “Game of Thrones” and movies like “Interstellar,” “Prometheus” and my favorite, “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.” Of course, the

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Revealing the abstract painted worlds of Iceland

When it comes to otherworldly landscapes, the island nation of Iceland sits on the top of many photographers and travelers’ lists. There are now so many bodies of work that serve as testaments to why it’s a crowd favorite. I think we can never have too much of that, so

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Stunning scenes from the Fagradalsfjall volcanic eruption

Fagradalsfjall volcano in southwestern Iceland recently made headlines with its March 19, 2021 eruption. Such an event is guaranteed to keep everyone’s eyes peeled for developments. Locals have even been gathering to witness the eruption up close. Photographers, of course, are also taking the opportunity to document one of the

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"DJI Inspire 1 Drone" by DFSBDE

Like It Or Not, All Drones Must Be Registered

Today, the FAA formally announced plans for the registration of small unmanned aircraft (UAS), better known as “drones”. Reaction to the FAA plan has been mixed. Many understand the need; some see it as unnecessary governmental intrusion, especially hobbyist pilots.

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Five Items For The Cold Weather Photographer

Editor’s Note: While You might have summer on your mind, now’s the perfect time to put your plans together for winter shooting. Recently, I went on a 2 1/2 week trip to Iceland and Norway during the winter season. Upon doing my research of the historic weather reports for those

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Copyright 2014 Doug Daulton

There and Back Again, Iceland

Some months ago, my friend Geoffrey Orthwein told me he was working on a screenplay with Andrew Sullivan. They hoped to shoot it in the summer of 2014 and asked if I would be interested in producing the film. Of course, I said “Yes”

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