On the vast, serene sands of Terschelling stands an iconic witness to maritime history: the Drenkelingenhuisje. This humble wooden beacon, resting on stilts above the tide, speaks of the courage and hope that lie in the rugged beauty of the North Sea.
The scene is framed by the delicate texture of wind-formed dunes and the tough beach grass defending the coastline. Above the horizon, long, sweeping clouds thrust through the image, reflecting the dynamics of the weather on this Wadden island. The cool, gentle tones of the 'blue hour' emphasise the timeless and desolate beauty of this place. This image is a powerful metaphor for resilience, solitude and the connection between man and element in one of the Netherlands' most beloved places.
Marco Hoogma started photography at the age of 10. What started with plane spotting soon grew into photographing nature, people and animals. It was therefore a logical choice for him to go to the school of photography to be trained as a photographer. For Marco, photography is like.. Read more…