Spring in the forest. Nature awakens, so does the day. Last spring I was on a small hill. Plants and trees had yet to sprout properly, were still fresh green, giving off such a beautifully soft, filtered light. This imposing oak tree seemed to invite me to walk on. Friendly but firmly rooted in the earth. I felt a bit like Alice in Wonderland. The early morning light created a golden haze over everything.
To emphasize the imposing nature of this old tree, I chose the portrait mode, unusual for landscape photographs.
My name is Simone Monique Opdam. Nature and nature photography are my passion. In my home region of Natuurpark, I can really indulge myself in this. I spent my youth in Het Gooi and I love photographing there too, especially in autumn. I love mountains, tall old.. Read more…