Elements of Storm

Elements of Storm

Lac de Cheserys in the Aiguilles Rouge above Chamonix offers spectacular views of the Mont Blanc massif. At the end of a stormy day the sunset dramatically illuminates foehn clouds indicating high wind speeds at height. However, for a fleeting moment the wind calmed...
Stellar Sunshine

Stellar Sunshine

The iconic Matterhorn in Zermatt resides under the Milky Way, reflecting in nighttime Stellisee lake. It is truly remarkable, how much this majestic landmark mountain of Switzerland dwarfs under the gigantic arc of the stars.A night out at Stellisee with the...
Moonrise Symphony

Moonrise Symphony

At dusk Lac de Cheserys, above Chamonix in the French Alps, is reflecting the Mont Blanc massif. The moon is rising above the jagged peaks of Les Grandes Jorasses and first stars are already visible in the quickly fading light.
The Crystal Grotto

The Crystal Grotto

This impressive ice cave inside the Svínafellsjökull glacier in Skaftafell, Iceland, is an astounding 50 m (164 ft) long, 10 m (33 ft) wide and 7 m (23 ft) high grotto.Standing inside this crystal grotto and enjoying the breathtaking view from the inside out against...
The Spirit of Iceland

The Spirit of Iceland

During winter, the Svínafellsjökull glacier in Skaftafell, Iceland, fills the air with loud crackling noises from the pressurized ice of the frozen glacier lagoon. The constant sounds of the ice at temperatures around -8°C (17°F) together with the ice-cold blowing...