A robust Scottish Highlander stands among the tall grass on the heathland of Drents-Friese Wold National Park. The sun is slowly sinking behind the horizon, casting a warm glow over the landscape. The animal, with its long hair and impressive horns, forms a powerful silhouette in the soft evening light.
This picture was taken during a quiet walk through the nature reserve, at a time when the silence was palpable. The atmosphere is serene, almost meditative - an ode to the tranquillity of Dutch nature. The highlander is one of the large grazers that keep the landscape open, and its presence gives the image a sense of timelessness and natural balance.
For lovers of wildlife, nature and the Dutch landscape, this work is an atmospheric addition to any interior. It evokes memories of walks, sunlight on the skin, and the magic of the golden hour.
Sometime in 1980 Jan bought his first SLR camera and since that time a camera has always been at his fingertips. His varied work ranges from snapshots of people in his immediate surroundings to landscape, macro and bird photography. He is also the regular photographer of his wife's ballet.. Read more…