This is a rare picture by Dutch standards. It is rare to see the Northern Lights in the Netherlands, let alone so strong. In March 2023, the moment was there, a strong solar storm was predicted and the sky seemed clear. With some fellow fanatics, we drove to the north of North Holland to capture this special spectacle. We arrived at 19:00 and had to wait until 22:00 in the cold, wet mud of the mud flats. But then it went wild... With the naked eye you could see the whole sky light up, on the camera screen the intense colours appeared and you saw the beautiful columns of light dancing through the sky. This is truly unique in the Netherlands - where does this picture best come into its own? I think such a unique picture fits everywhere. From bedroom to living room, and from study to bathroom. For me, this was one of the most special moments of 2023. What an amazing, unique experience to be able to see this. I hope this picture will bring colour to many people's walls.
My name is Koen. Since November 2021, I have been fanatically involved in photography. I prefer photographing landscapes. I am a real morning person and love getting up early with my camera in hand to discover the most beautiful places in the Netherlands. I also like to go looking.. Read more…
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