Photography always opens up new possibilities for seeing familiar landscapes in a completely different way. In this photograph, a wide meadow with striking trees has been transformed into a small world of its own using the technique of polar distortion. The trees stand like sentinels at the edge of the green planet, while the sky with its wreaths of clouds creates the impression of a protective sphere.
It is precisely this interplay of nature and technology that makes the picture so appealing. What was originally a simple landscape is transformed by the photographic processing into a work of art reminiscent of science fiction and fantasy. The result is a microcosm that is both familiar and strange at the same time - a place where reality and imagination go hand in hand.
The round shape draws the eye directly to the centre, while the surrounding structures convey calm and harmony. The result is an image that not only emphasises the beauty of nature, but also shows how creative photography can open up new perspectives. A small planet that reminds us: with the right perspective, there is a whole world in every landscape.
Thorsten Güttes approaches photography not merely as a craft, but as a form of expression – a way of telling stories without words. His work moves between documentary precision and artistic interpretation. Whether detailed portraits of wildlife, atmospheric landscapes, or striking architectural compositions – he consistently succeeds.. Read more…