In the dunes near a dune lake, you sometimes come across wild orchids. The broad orchid is an early bloomer so you encounter it first in moist grasslands. The flowering broad-leaved orchid is a spectacular sight in nature. With its graceful, colourful flowers, it attracts admiring glances. This beautiful orchid thrives in diverse landscapes such as grasslands, dunes and forests. Its delicate flowers are an important food source for bees, butterflies and other insects. The flowering broad orchid is an indicator of healthy biodiversity and a good ecosystem. It is a unique experience to see this rare beauty in the wild. Protection and conservation of its natural habitat are crucial to ensure that future generations can also enjoy the enchanting sight of the flowering broad orchid. Wander through nature and be amazed by this beautiful orchid, a true gem in our country's flora.
Welcome to my photo gallery. Living close to the Dutch coast myself, as a professional photographer I am also inspired by landscapes of the dunes the beach and the sea. Many images here were taken by a medium format camera and offer unprecedented image quality. I also.. Read more…