This photo shows a typical fisherman's house in Sakrisøy on the Lofoten Islands in Norway. The bright yellow wooden house stands directly on the water, framed by steep rock faces, the peaks of which are surrounded by low-hanging clouds. The contrast between the clear form of the house and the wild nature behind it is what makes this scene so special.
The photo was taken during the midnight sun, when the light glided gently over the mountains and the colours were particularly intense. I was fascinated by the contrast between the harsh landscape and the warm colour of the house - a symbol of the Nordic way of life between simplicity and constancy.
The motif brings Nordic clarity, minimalism and tranquillity to any room. It is reminiscent of the unique charm of the Lofoten Islands, where every house tells a story and nature sets the pace.
My name is Robin Deimel and I come from Winterberg in the Sauerland. I spend a lot of my time outdoors - with my camera in my hand.
I like those quiet moments when the light changes, fog rolls through the valleys or the sun rises over the mountains. It's..
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