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The Litli-Hrútur Eruption – A Timeline

To celebrate the one year anniversary of the third volcanic eruption of the Fagradalsfjall volcanic system at Litli-Hrútur, I decided to create a timeline showing all the events which happened during this eruption.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveJuly 7, 2024

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Why Iceland Should Be On Your Photography Bucket List!

These days, Iceland has arguably become one of the most popular locations on the planet for landscape photography - for a reason. In this article, I will share with you my top 5 reasons why I believe Iceland has to be on your photography bucket list of locations to visit. Let’s dive in!

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveJune 16, 2024

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Why This Is The Best Location To Photograph Puffins in Iceland

If you’re more invested into photography and really want to chase the more compelling photographs of a puffin, there’s only one location in Iceland you should consider: Grímsey.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveFebruary 11, 2024

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Drone Flying In Iceland: All You Need To Know In 2024

As of January 1st 2024, new regulations on unmanned aircraft (drones) have been implemented in the EU and those same regulations will come into effect in Iceland on March 1st 2024. Nevertheless, there are also a bunch of local regulations you need to be aware of. In this blog, I focus on the regulations which apply to consumer/prosumer photographers &…

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveJanuary 10, 2024

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Iceland and Greenland Photography Tours: Capture the Arctic

Embark on a journey of a lifetime to explore two breathtaking destinations: Iceland and Greenland. On my photo workshops, led by experienced landscape photographers, you'll receive guidance and tips to enhance your photography skills to create stunning images. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced enthusiast, these photography workshops offer a unique and memorable experience.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveDecember 17, 2023

Photo Workshop Report - Iceland In Winter (with Mads)

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Photo Workshop Report – Iceland In Winter 2023 (with Mads)

Two weeks ago I hosted my final photo workshop of 2023 - together with Mads Peter Iversen. Joined by a group of 9 photo workshop participants we explored the south coast of Iceland during 8 days at the end of November.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveDecember 6, 2023

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Photo Workshop Report: Highlands of Iceland (Mads Peter Iversen)

In early August, I set out to explore the Icelandic Highlands with Mads Peter Iversen during a photo workshop focused entirely on exploring some of my favourite areas of Iceland in the Southern Highlands. How did it go? Let's find out!

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveNovember 6, 2023

5 Tips on How To Get The Best Puffin Photographs

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6 Tips To Improve Your Puffin (and Bird) Photographs

I have always been a hybrid photographer, which means I enjoy mixing landscape and wildlife photography. One of the animals that has always had a special place in my photography is the Atlantic Puffin. In this article, I want to share 6 tips which can help you improve your puffin (and bird) photography. These tips will help you evolve from…

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveOctober 15, 2023

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Behind the Shot – Polar Stratospheric Clouds

Last week almost the entire of North of Iceland was extremely fortunate to witness polar stratospheric clouds, or nacreous clouds, for about 6 or 7 days in a row. Even though we didn't see any such clouds in Reykjavík, it did remind me of one of the most amazing photography moments I've witnessed since moving to Iceland.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveFebruary 2, 2023

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Behind the Shot – Aurora Above The Plane Wreck

This first "Behind the Shot" photograph is a special one to me: the northern lights dancing above the (now famous) DC-3 plane wreck in Iceland. It's the photograph that started it all and lead me down the path that turned me into the professional photographer I am today.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveJanuary 4, 2023

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Time for Updates!

Summer is pretty much over here in Iceland. Therefore, it seemed like it was time to give you a few updates from my side.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveAugust 31, 2022

The Canon EOS R5 Mark II's precapture feature could have gotten me a better photograph.

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New on YouTube: Photographing Arctic Fox Cubs in Hornstrandir

Earlier this month I spent a few days in Hornstrandir, a remote area in the West Fjords of Iceland. My goal was to photograph the arctic fox cubs which start leaving the safety of their dens around that time.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveJuly 19, 2022

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E-Book Update: 10 New Locations and a Custom Map

I'm happy to announce I have just released an updated version of my e-book! The e-book, containing my favourite photography locations in Iceland, now has 35 locations and a brand-new custom Google Map to help you on your journey.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMay 10, 2022

Aerial photograph of a glacial river in Iceland taken using a drone.

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Braided Flows – Glacial Rivers From the Air

In the landscape photography community, Iceland is a prime location as there are so many bucket list shots to be made here. Perhaps some of the most sought after photographs, are those taken of the beautiful braided rivers which can only be seen from the sky.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMay 5, 2022

Aerial photography, taken with a drone, of a geothermal area in Iceland.

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Living Earth – a Geothermal Bird’s Eye View

There are currently no active volcanic eruptions on Iceland but there is still plenty of evidence of the tremendous heat present in the earth beneath it. On Iceland, there are many geothermal areas, which I find incredibly interesting to photograph.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveApril 24, 2022