Azores Chapter V the other Side
For decades, the Azores were Portugal’s economically deprived “poor relation”. Many locals emigrated because life was truly gruelling, due to earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and the harsh conditions of farming. As
Azores Chapter IV the People
The LEICA M10-P was originally designed for street photography. It’s a particularly good combination when paired with the 35mm lens. The people in the Azores seem relaxed, but I think
Azores Chapter III the environment
The climate in the Azores is less Caribbean than many might think. Temperatures range from 18 degrees in winter to 25 degrees in summer, though there is always high humidity
Azores Chapter II the Plants
The flora of the Azores bears the mark of Portugal’s eternal seafarers. They explored the world and, yes, they also enslaved the world. They brought plants to the Azores, and
Azores Chapter I
I spent two weeks travelling around the Azores. As the Azores consist of nine islands, I was only able to visit four of them in that short time. I visited
Kamp Abbey
As the sun dips toward the horizon, Kloster Kamp is bathed in a warm, ethereal glow. The iconic Terraced Gardenstransform into a masterpiece of light and shadow, with the symmetrical
Granat
Capturing wildlife through photography is a powerful way to document the raw essence of the natural world. Unlike domestic subjects, wild animals offer a glimpse into untamed beauty and survival.
Homerun
The wet and cold month of February often seems dreary, but that is precisely why it offers unique photo opportunities. When the rain makes the asphalt shine, familiar surroundings are
in Motion
Behind the rigid appearance of the trunks lies a world in frenzied ecstasy. To us, the forest seems silent, but in reality it vibrates at a frequency that our eyes
Silent Forest
The forest rests in a frozen, colorless silence. On this icy winter day, time seems to stand still between the bare trunks. No birdsong enlivens the scene; even the wind