On an early spring day, in the Netherlands, this picture was taken on the extraordinary sandy plain the Sahara in Ommen. In the soft light of the rising sun, two fjord horses stand peacefully side by side. Their strong, rounded forms stand out against the pastel-coloured sky, which fills the landscape with a warm glow.
The fjord is a primal and friendly horse, known for its robust build and calm nature. In this picture, the pair radiate calm and connectedness, like two sentinels of silence. The nature around them is silent, empty and open - a rare moment of pure balance between animal and environment.
The Sahara in Ommen, a unique piece of Dutch nature, offers an almost surreal backdrop with its undulating sands and scattered trees. Here, time seems to stand still for a moment. The warm hues of the sunrise mix with the soft colours of the sand, giving an almost picturesque effect.
This picture invites us to stand still, look and feel. It reminds us of the simplicity of being outside, of the power of the horse, and of how nature in all its silence can touch deeply.
For lovers of fjord horses, tranquillity and the Dutch landscape, this image is an ode to the early morning in the open countryside - pure, powerful and gentle at the same time.
Hi there! My name is Madinja and I'm a photographer from the Netherlands.
These photos always bring a smile on my face, which I hope they'll do to you as well! ❤
I mainly capture horses, dogs, human and weddings, but when I'm traveling I can't leave..
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