nature photography

Behind the Shot – Past & Present

The subject of this month's 'Behind the Shot' is a photograph which I named 'Saga' (translated: 'History'). I took this photograph during the Geldingadalir eruption in 2021 shortly after all but one crater shut down, which ended up growing into a massive mountain which is still there today. In this photograph you can see the northernmost crater in the foreground…

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveJune 7, 2023

Opinion Photography

Why AI Won’t Replace Nature Photography (But Will Complement It)

2023 is the year in which artificial intelligence, or AI, has taken the world by storm. The absurdly fast development of the technology behind AI has forever changed the future of photography, and art by extension. AI even has photographers fear for the existence of their jobs. While it is true that AI will change photography, I don't believe it…

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMay 25, 2023

Behind the Shot Volcano

Behind the Shot – How Spontaneity Earned Me an Award-Winning Photo

In this month's 'Behind the Shot' blog I want to tell the story behind one of my favourite images, called 'Skýjasnúningur'. I want to share that story because I feel it goes to show that even though you might be lucky with certain conditions and situations, you still need to act on it to make it happen.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMay 5, 2023

Drone Photography Reviews

Review – Kase Revolution Magnetic & Drone Filters

As a landscape photographer, it's almost unavoidable to speak about filters for your camera and drone. In this review I will be taking a look at the Kase Revolution Magnetic Filters, as well as the Kase Mavic 3 Classic filters.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMay 2, 2023

Awards

FEP Awards 2023 – Silver Award in Category Nature (& More!)

Yesterday I attended the 2023 Federation of European Professional Photographers (FEP) Awards in Prague. I am proud to announce that I had the pleasure to receive the Silver Award (second place) in the Nature category for three of my photographs of the Fagradalsfjall eruptions in Iceland during 2021 & 2022.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveApril 16, 2023

Behind the Shot

Behind the Shot – The Quest for Mælifell

Mælifell. The name might not ring a bell to those who aren't nature photographers but I'm almost certain everyone has seen this green, almost perfectly cone-shaped, mountain.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveApril 13, 2023

Photography Reviews

Review – The Heat Company Photography Gloves

As a photographer living in Iceland, I get confronted with harsh and cold weather conditions extremely often. Over the years I found that investing in great and durable outdoor gear is an absolute necessity if you're serious about any kind of nature photography. The one thing I've regularly struggled with is finding the right gloves.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveApril 3, 2023

Behind the Shot Icelandic Highlands

Behind the Shot – Hveradalir

The story behind one of my favourite photographs, taken all the way back in 2015, when I discovered an otherworldly landscape deep in the highlands of Iceland.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMarch 8, 2023

Awards Photography

Finalist in the FEP Awards 2023!

I'm happy to announce that I am one of the finalist in FEP Awards 2023. I was selected with my work in the category 'Nature'.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMarch 2, 2023

Drone E-Book How To Photography

Brand-New E-book on Nature Drone Photography!

I'm happy to announce today that I am releasing a brand-new e-book which is focused on nature drone photography. This 85-page educational e-book is a complete guide for both aspiring & experienced nature drone photographers.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveDecember 15, 2022

Book Volcano

New Earth’s First Anniversary!

Today is a special day for me. Exactly one year ago I released my first book, New Earth. I'm proud to say that so far over 850 copies of my book have found a new owner.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveDecember 10, 2022

Final Week to Visit My Photo Exhibition ‘Fire and Ice'

Exhibition Photography

Thank You!

Now that the dust has settled, I wanted to say "Thank you!" to each and everyone who visited my photography exhibition 'Fire and Ice', bought one of the photographs or sent me encouraging messages. I am very grateful for the tons of support my work has gotten.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveNovember 17, 2022

Exhibition Video Volcano YouTube

New on YouTube: ‘The Fagradalsfjall Fires’ & Announcement

I released a brand new video which is a little bit of a teaser to the exhibition which is opening the coming week. This homage to the Fagradalsfjall Fires is a collection of video footage made during the two most recent volcanic eruptions at the Fagradalsfjall volcano in Iceland.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveOctober 14, 2022

Featured Opinion Photography

Why I Don’t Share (Some) Photo Locations (& You Shouldn’t Either)

Lately, I've gotten a lot more messages asking me about the location I captured a photo at. Therefore, I thought it would be a good idea to address why I don't share some photography locations and why you shouldn't either.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveSeptember 11, 2022

New Earth, a book about the volcanic eruption in Geldingadalir, Iceland.

Book Volcano

New Earth – Now Available Locally in Belgium & the Netherlands

New Earth, my first book, is now available locally on the Belgian and Dutch markets. This means you can order my book without having to pay import fees.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveJuly 17, 2022