What at first appeared a single, uniform expanse reveals itself, upon closer inspection, as a vibrant mosaic of species. Every day, something new emerges. I do not yet know them all by name, but my joy grows with the rising numbers of butterflies, beetles, and bees that slowly but surely make themselves known.

Yesterday, I had the honor of portraying Princess Beatrix. I felt almost embarrassed to mingle among the throng of press photographers jostling for position, eager to capture their images. Princess Beatrix, with a gentle word, asked them to pause, wishing for a moment’s peace to savor a slice of traditional Frisian pastry. I was in no hurry.

Deze expositie brengt krachtige visuele verhalen samen van bakkers van over de hele wereld – een stille maar indringende ode aan onze gedeelde menselijkheid. Van de levendige kleuren van een Indiaas dorp tot het zachte licht in een Estse keuken: elke foto gaat verder dan brood alleen. Ze vangen een gevoel van plek, identiteit en aanwezigheid.

Op een bemoste steen, half verscholen tussen de bramen, zat hij: een smaragdhagedis. Een schitterend levend juweel, zijn schubben een mozaïek van groen en blauw, alsof de lente zelf in een flits was gevangen. Hij leek me te observeren met kleine, donkere ogen, alert maar niet angstig, alsof hij net zo nieuwsgierig naar mij was als ik naar hem.

Each piece seemed to carry a tale, though none could tell me exactly why they lay there, partially concealed, waiting to be discovered. Some spoke of funeral rituals, others of forgotten ceremonies, and a few even spun wild tales of the ocean’s whims. Yet, in the absence of answers, I found a deeper allure. The mystery of these '𝐬𝐞𝐚 𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐬', became a silent dialogue between the land, the sea, and the women that once wore them. ⁣⁣

Because I get so many of questions about my photography and editing procedures, I’ve decided to do something new. Soon, I’ll launch a private page where I’ll share all of this and much more. From my editing process to the software I use, from travel prep to gear choices – a peek into my creative process.

Isn't it fascinating how our world has changed? In an era where digital illusions have become the norm, we often find ourselves entangled in a game of ‘real or fake’? Our eyes, once trusted witnesses to reality, have transformed into the first skeptics. With every stunning photo shared online, the question inevitably arises: ‘Is this AI-generated?’

Some flowers, steadfast and proud, still bloom as if holding onto the last remnants of summer's warmth. Others, their petals fading, bow gracefully, surrendering to the change. Yet, there is no sorrow in this slow fading; only beauty, only the richness of colors more vibrant than ever, as though nature has saved its most glorious palette for these final moments.