A stately stained-glass window rises in the twilight of the church, bathed in warm, colourful light. The ancient scenes, carefully captured in vivid colours and refined detail, tell stories of devotion and hope. Each piece of glass catches a different facet of sunlight, making the whole seem to come alive. In the foreground is the silhouette of a statue of Christ, hand raised in a blessing gesture. The dark outline contrasts with the glow of the window, giving the figure an almost timeless and mystical appearance. The interplay of light and shadow, of stone and glass, exudes tranquillity and contemplation. Here, the bustle of the world outside seems to disappear, replaced by a serene silence in which one feels connected to centuries of faith and tradition. It is a place where art, history and spirituality come together, captured in a single moment of hushed light.
Welcome! My name is Hans Huys. With my camera, I capture moments where light, landscape and nature come together - from the sandy path in the forest to purple-blue forest hyacinths in spring. Take a look around, get inspired and take these images home with you... Read more…