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Flying A Drone From A Boat: Safety, Best Practices & Key Dangers

Flying a drone from a boat can be thrilling and risky. In this first-hand experience guide, I share my real-world experience with flying drones from boats, with practical safety tips, best practices, and essential advice to help you capture stunning aerial shots safely at sea.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveOctober 29, 2025

Behind The Shot - Volcanic Eruption In Iceland Engulfed In Steam

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Behind The Shot – Iceland Eruption Covered in Steam

Discover the story behind Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove’s stunning drone photos of Iceland’s Sundhnúkagígar eruption as rain met lava to create a steaming landscape.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveOctober 24, 2025

How To & Tips Landscape Top 5 Wildlife

How Custom Modes Improved My Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Discover how using camera custom modes can improve your workflow as a hybrid photographer. Learn how to switch seamlessly between landscape and wildlife photography with custom settings that save time and help you capture every moment.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveOctober 18, 2025

Outdoor Apparel & Photography Gear You Need On A Photo Workshop

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Outdoor & Photography Gear You Need On A Photo Workshop or Tour

Travelling to Iceland and Greenland, and the Arctic in general, requires a bit more thought in what clothing and photography gear you should bring. That's why it's understandable that one of the most asked questions I receive when participants prepare for a photo workshop is what they should pack.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveOctober 1, 2025

DJI Mini 4 Pro Vs. Mini 5 Pro: Compare The RAW Files Yourself!

Drone Reviews & Gear

DJI Mini 5 Pro Vs. Mini 4 Pro: Compare The RAW Files Yourself!

Due to popular demand, I decided to make a RAW file comparison between the DJI Mini 5 Pro and DJI Mini 4 Pro. I did this before with the DJI Mavic 4 Pro and people seemed to enjoy my more analytical approach to comparing the image quality. Therefore, I have again produced a side-by-side comparison, by taking the same images…

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveSeptember 18, 2025

DJI Mini 5 Pro: Should You Get It For Drone & Aerial Photography?

Drone Reviews & Gear

DJI Mini 5 Pro Review: Should You Get One For Drone Photography?

I got the chance to test the DJI Mini 5 Pro several weeks before its release, allowing me to thoroughly find out what this little powerhouse has to offer from a photographer's perspective!

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveSeptember 17, 2025

Photo Workshop Report - Iceland In Winter (with Mads)

Landscape Photo Workshops Top 5 Wildlife

5 Reasons How A Photo Workshop Can Help Level Up Your Photography

One of the most frequently asked questions I get in my direct messages on social media is: "What does a photo workshop or photo tour do different from a 'regular & touristy' tour?". I decided to answer that very question a bit more elaborately by highlighting my 5 reasons on why a photo tour can help level up your photography.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveSeptember 10, 2025

Iceland Photo Workshops Top 5 Wildlife

Why This Is The Best Location To Photograph Puffins in Iceland

If you’re more invested into bird 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 NieuwenhoveSeptember 1, 2025

Drone Landscape Reviews & Gear

Review – DJI Mavic 4 Pro: After 3 Months Of Intense Photography

I have flown the DJI Mavic 4 Pro over 2000 kilometers whilst taking almost 40.000 images with it so far. That means I finally feel confident enough to share my unbiased opinion in this photography-focused review of the DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy!

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveAugust 25, 2025

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

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Drone Flying In Iceland: All You Need To Know In 2025 & 2026

As of January 1st 2024, new regulations on unmanned aircraft (drones) have been implemented in the EU and those same regulations are now also in effect in Iceland. 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 & videographers who want…

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveAugust 5, 2025

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Shooting River Braids In Iceland With A Drone – What To Consider

The last couple of weeks I spent a few days photographing the so-called "river braids" along the south coast of Iceland with my DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Because I know many people who visit Iceland love to photograph these I decided to write a blog with some thoughts about what to consider when photographing them with your drone.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveJune 6, 2025

Mavic 4 Pro Vs. Mavic 3 Pro: Compare The RAW/JPEG Files Yourself!

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Mavic 4 Pro Vs. Mavic 3 Pro: Compare The RAW Files Yourself!

Ever since the DJI Mavic 4 Pro launched, a lot of doubt has seemingly been cast over whether or not it is actually a significant upgrade from its predecessor. Because I like to follow my own thoughts and observations, I decided to just test it myself by flying the Mavic 4 Pro and Mavic 3 Pro side-by-side, taking the same…

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMay 24, 2025

Braided rivers in Iceland engulfed by low clouds

Drone How To & Tips Landscape

Drone Tip: Flying & Photographing in Fog, Mist or Low Clouds

I share the challenges you may face while flying your drone in fog, mist & low clouds and how to overcome them with a few easy tips.

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMay 21, 2025

Drone Reviews & Gear

DJI Mavic 4 Pro: My New Drone Photography Workhorse?

The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is finally here! This initial preview will be a first photography-focused look at the DJI Mavic 4 Pro and what my initial thoughts are. I already have one in my possession now and, in the coming months, I will thoroughly test it in all kinds of conditions. So definitely stay tuned for my 6-month review…

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveMay 13, 2025

Charging a lot of drone batteries on a photography workshop

Drone Reviews & Gear

Review – DJI Power 1000 & Expansion Battery 2000 (After One Year)

In this review, I want to talk about the DJI Power ecosystem and more specifically about why I am a happy user of the DJI Power 1000 and DJI Power Expansion Battery 2000. I have been using my DJI Power 1000 for almost one year now so I think I am ready to share my thoughts...

Jeroen Van NieuwenhoveApril 30, 2025