Seven stone cairn in Reykjavik

Close-up of an Icelandic cairn, or stone man, consisting of seven stacked stones.

You see them a lot in Iceland, these piled stones. Sometimes they are made to mark a path, sometimes they are built simply because it is fun to stack stones. The latter applies here, because the Saebraut, a busy road in the center of Reykjavik, does not need extra marking.

In the background we see the waters of the Kollafjörður, Reykjavik's bay. And behind that are the snow-capped and partly mist-covered mountains. The photo exudes a tranquility that does not suggest that the hustle and bustle of the city is so close.

Created by Frans Blok - photos, art and other wall decoration.

This artwork is offered by Frans Blok - photos, art and other wall decoration

My work can be found in the border regions of photography, painting and computer visuals. With my company 3Develop I do work in commission but I use the same techniques, skills and software to make free work.

World maps and reliefs made from unique materials, vintage postcards, and futuristic space art, graphic interpretations and painterly edits, artist impressions, and abstract geometric art. But also more "traditional" photography of cities and landscapes, plants, and textures.

Originally trained as an architect and living in Rotterdam, I draw significant inspiration from the architecture and history of Roffa/Rotjeknor/Bokitodonk. Additionally, travels to places like Iceland and Great Britain, as well as walks in the Netherlands, provide ample material for my work.

All the pieces in my webshop are carefully selected for their suitability as wall art. The possibilities with the professionals at Werk aan de Muur are nearly endless: from canvas and photo prints to aluminum and acrylic glass. Square or round, framed or unframed. From an A4-sized print to wall-covering wallpaper. The perfect wall art for your living room, kitchen, bedroom, or even balcony and garden!

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