This photo captures a typically Dutch scene: a historic windmill, a charming drawbridge and behind it a brilliant blue sky. The image shows how architecture and landscape have worked in harmony here for centuries. The bridge leads the eye into the picture and invites the viewer to further explore the landscape behind the mill.
The mill, a symbol of Dutch ingenuity, together with the bridge form a powerful image of tradition and functionality. Where the mill once regulated the water level, the bridge brought villages and people closer together. Together, they tell a story of daily life in the Holland of the past, which is still recognisable and tangible.
This timeless scene is more than a postcard: it is an ode to the simplicity, clarity and beauty of the Dutch landscape.
I work as a Dutch teacher and in my spare time I like to go out with my camera. Nature, landscapes and wildlife are my favourite subjects. I share a selection of the photos I like best; moments where I not only enjoy looking, but also show a.. Read more…