About ‘Skógar open-air museum - peat houses in harmony with the landscape’ by Paysages urbains - Rick Van der Poorten Photography
The Skógar open-air museum is a special place where Iceland's history becomes tangible. Amid a green, hilly landscape are authentic peat houses as they were built for centuries in Iceland. Made of wood, stone and thick layers of turf, these traditional houses were perfectly insulated against Iceland's harsh climate. The museum shows how…
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As an independent and passionate photographer, my autonomous work focuses on the power and simplicity of black-and-white photography. By omitting colour, I focus entirely on light, form, line play and contrast, bringing architecture and urban structures to life.
I draw my inspiration from iconic masters such as Richard Avedon, Henri Cartier-Bresson and Vivian Maier. And last but not least: Stefan Vanfleteren.
The serenity and monumentality of buildings, but…