An old cargo ship is moored in a picturesque landscape on the banks of the Scheldt, with the outline of a picturesque Belgian village in the background.
This image evokes the atmosphere of a classic painting from days gone by, but it is actually based on a modern photograph.
I took this photo recently in Sint-Amands, a charming village in Flanders known for its beautiful Scheldt landscape and rich history.
The memory of boatmen, animals and life on the water still seems tangible in this scene.
Using digital post-processing, I transformed my own photo into a digital painting with realistic, classic brushstrokes - a combination of photography and art that brings together past and present.
Geert Van Baelen has been working as a press photographer in Belgium for over 20 years. Besides current affairs, he also finds inspiration for his images in everyday life, landscapes and people... Read more…