I entered this photo of a mushroom in the grass, in a Dutch photo competition. But before I did so, I asked my followers on Facebook to help me out with a good title. There were lots of fun, sensitive and creative responses! In the end it was the word “mystify” that someone entered that stroke a chord with me and got me thinking. Because in this photo I imagine a person walking through a fairy tale forest, with the sunlight making it’s way through the trees. In those mystical surroundings this person suddenly discovers this mushroom in all its glory. At the same time, the mushroom and the beautiful light have an encounter of their own… hence “Mystical encounter”.
I didn't win the photo competition in the end, but participating was a lot of fun.
I enjoy taking pictures of nature, from colorful flowers to the vast landscapes of Scotland and Norway. Photos of European cities can also be found in my shop. Whatever photos they are, I create them with the idea that they really add atmosphere to your home or workplace... Read more…