Iceland

Let me take you on a journey through Iceland, starting in Reykjavik.

The city, nestled on this island of fire and ice, welcomed me with its serene and laid-back charm. I am excited as it is my second time in Reykjavik, where I have more time to explore before heading inland for my photoshoot.

 

Hallgrimskirkja in the background

Hallgrimskirkja in the sun

Sun in the Hallgrimskirkja

 

I am hungry and also on the hunt for a hot chocolate (which is delicious at the Reykjavik Roasters)

It seems everyone is drawn to Braud & Co., the renowned bakery.

I vividly recall my first visit in 2016, where queues wound around the corner for their cinnamon rolls, disappearing within minutes.

This time, I indulged in my pastry without delay – a rite of passage for any connoisseur of bread and pastries passing through.

 

A man by the window

Red chair

Cinamon roll & hot chocolate

 

After a morning exploring the iconic Hallgrimskirkja and Harpa and eating Arctic Char and Atlantic Wolffish, I had the privilege of meeting Anders Vange, a gifted glassblower who fashions art from recycled glass powered by renewable energy.

As we conversed about glass, Iceland, and his grandfather's sailor life on Aeroe Island in Denmark, memories of my visit to that island in 2019 came flooding back. It felt like a shared bond woven from our collective experiences and adventures.

 

Anders Vange

 

Reykjavik emerges in a laid-back aura, where every moment unfolds effortlessly, further enhanced by the unexpectedly sunny weather.

When immersing yourself in a new location, the initial focus often gravitates towards capturing broader views and landmark attractions.

With time and experience, I find myself drawn towards the intricate details, losing myself in the captivating beauty of each moment.

Such is the magic of creativity—presenting a photograph of a colossal lava rock formation and inviting viewers to weave their own narratives and indulge in their imagination.

 

Hálsanefshellir Cave

 

Wherever your travels take you and whatever sights you encounter, there's always a captivating detail that can encapsulate the entire story, much like the images captured below: the majestic Skógafoss Waterfall, the Black Sand Beach, and the Gullfoss.

The extent of storytelling through imagery is entirely in your hands – how much you choose to reveal and the level of detail captured to convey your unique narrative.

 

Seljalandsfoss

Remains of a glacier

Skógafoss rainbow

Gullfoss Falls

Previous
Previous

A Day in Athens

Next
Next

I am not a writer