While travelling through Iceland, I decided to visit the iconic wreck on the black beach of Sólheimasandur. This US Navy plane, which crashed in 1973, still lies there after all these years, as a silent witness of times gone by. It took me over an hour and a half to reach the wreckage, but it was worth it. The combination of the weathered metal and the black sand creates a surreal image that is both impressive and melancholic. As I stood there, I felt the power of nature and the impermanence of human creations.
I would like to have this photo hanging on my wall because it reminds me of the journey and the effort it took to get there. Every time I look at this picture, I feel the cold wind of Iceland and the loneliness of that deserted beach. It is not just an impressive image; it is a reminder of the adventures to be found off the beaten track. This photo brings a piece of that mysterious and untamed world into my home and inspires me daily to keep looking for the unknown.
Thijs Schouten, 38 years old, living in Hoevelaken. For over 15 years active with photography and as a child always had a camera in his hands. Photography is (besides his girlfriend and two daughters) his big passion.more information can be found at: https://www.thijsschouten.com.. Read more…
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