This photograph, taken on the Engelsmanplaat in the Wadden Sea, shows a hushed and almost otherworldly landscape. The image shows a deserted mudflat, where the horizon almost completely merges into a dramatic cloud cover. In the middle is the Kalkman - a recognisable beacon for those familiar with the Wadden. Next to it is a group of people, visible only as small silhouettes, with a few striking bright green highlights. These subtle colour contrasts give the image just that little bit of life.
What makes this work special for me is the sense of nothingness it evokes - the realisation of how small we humans are compared to the grandeur of nature. The inspiration for this photo came during a mudflat trip with an experienced guide. It was cold, windy, and quiet - exactly that atmosphere I tried to capture in this image.
The minimalist composition and the use of natural lines, such as the gully running towards the cottage, create an almost meditative calm. The work exudes calmness, with a hint of mystery. With its subdued use of colour, this picture fits beautifully in a modern, calm interior - like a window to another world. A moment of silence, captured in images.
Ton Drijfhamer is a highly regarded image maker from Delfzijl, Netherlands, who combines his passion for photography with a deep-rooted love for the northern regions of the Netherlands. Ton describes himself as someone who is "alone, but together with the weather, the wind, and my.. Read more…
Germany
Germany
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
Germany
Germany
Netherlands
Germany
Netherlands
Germany
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