Water landscape with the windmills of Kinderdijk by Sander Poppe

On a peaceful spring evening at Kinderdijk, a special sense of tranquillity hung over the Alblasserwaard. The sun had not yet completely set, but the light was already growing softer and cooler. Characteristic Dutch cloudscapes drifted above the Dutch polder landscape, slowly changing colour as the evening progressed.

From the water’s edge, I look out over a row of historic windmills stretching along the horizon. The first windmill immediately catches the eye, whilst the others grow smaller and smaller the further away they are. The still water in the foreground reflects parts of the sky, the reeds and the windmills, creating extra depth in the image. It is precisely this combination of water, sky and heritage that makes Kinderdijk so special to me.

What appeals to me about this photograph is its simplicity. No spectacular sunset or awe-inspiring forces of nature, but a tranquil watery landscape in which everything seems in balance. The open space, the long lines of sight and the soft colours create a sense of tranquillity that is so characteristic of the Alblasserwaard.

In a living room or quiet office space, this typically Dutch landscape brings the same calm atmosphere as a walk along the water at Kinderdijk. The reflections are beautifully showcased on Acrylglas, whilst an ArtFrame brings out the soft colours of the sky and water. Available in various sizes.