Transient Light
Like many things in life, landscape photography comes with its own set of rules to learn and abide by. However, it is just as important to know when to break them
The Fine Nature of Trees
I’d like to reveal the enduring appeal of trees and explain why studying them throughout the seasons can make you a more observant photographer…
Holdalsvatnet, Lofoten Islands, Norway
The Lofoten Islands of Norway are the ‘must photograph’ destination for landscape photographers these days. The area offers spectacular …
On Top of the World
From the top of the world, in this case the Dolomite mountains of Italy, I experienced a breathtaking sunrise and 360 degrees of …
Brother’s Point, Isle of Skye, Scotland
For a very long time I have meant to visit Brother’s Point, a slightly isolated location on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. However, there had always been an obstacle on the way every …
Avoid Frustration
Frustration leads to panic and panic can lead to failure. Relax, slow down, enjoy the location and allow plenty of time.
Land Of Fire And Ice
Magnificent waterfalls, majestic icebergs and whiskey on the rocks with a difference. My first photography trip to Iceland was every bit as magical as I had hoped.
Playa de Las Catedrales, Asturias, Spain
Playa de Las Catedrales translates as ‘Beach of the Cathedrals’. It is the touristic name of Praia de Augas Santas (in Galician language : ‘Beach of the Holy Waters’).
The Quiraing, Isle of Skye, Scotland
We say that a picture can be worth a thousand words. However, sometimes, many words or even many pictures cannot describe the feeling one experiences…
Sunrise At Rannoch Moor, Scotland
Should we count on capturing images of a surprising and transient nature or should we plan every photoshoot beforehand?
Vikten, Lofoten Islands, Norway
This is one of the most beautiful beaches I have come across on the south/west part of the Lofoten islands of Norway. Best time of year to visit …
Tree Stubs of Rannoch Moor, Scotland
Some locations may appear chaotic and uninspiring at first glance. However, if you can create an image out of chaos, you can create one out of anything.
Haukland Beach, Lofoten Islands, Norway
A very moody long exposure landscape and seascape picture of Haukland Beach in the Lofoten Islands of Norway with the Olympus E-M5II.
Berneray Isle West Bay, Hebrides, Scotland
One of these familiar places for me is the west bay of Berneray Isle on the north edge of the Isle of Uist in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland.
Luskentyre, Isle Of Harris, Hebrides, Scotland
What attracted me to capture this beautiful Luskentyre beach scene was the enchanting contrast between the cool tones of the water and the warm tones of the sky and land reflections in the distance.
Loch And Glen Etive
Loch Etive used to be a very popular destination in Scotland with landscape photographers, especially due to its ruined wooden jetty. However, since its demolition things have changed.
Chapel at Lake Braies, Dolomites, Italy
When I was photographing Lake Braies, I was thinking that there is a trend for people to leave negative comments on a picture published in social media. How can photographer artists express themselves?
Loch Droma, Wester Ross, Scotland
Long exposure picture of Loch Droma, a manmade reservoir in the Wester Ross region of the Scottish highlands.
Ardvreck Castle in Loch Assynt, Scotland
Long exposure picture of Ardvreck castle in Loch Assynt in the Assynt area of the Scottish highlands captured during a not so impressive sunset.
Cove Bay, Moray Coast, Scotland
Dimitri Vasileiou visited Cove Bay on the Moray Coast in Scotland recently. Did the place live up to its reputation for excellent seascape photography?
Griminish Bay, Isle of Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland
One of the favourite landscape photography places in Scotland for Dimitri Vasileiou is Griminish bay on the Isle of Uist, where one can find peace and tranquility.
Long Exposure Madness
I remember a few years ago that the favourite film for landscape photography was the Fujifilm Velvia 50. Many landscape photographers love the rich and vivid colours and the …
Highlands of Iceland
As we headed from the south coast of Iceland to Landmannalaugar, the weather was slowly closing in and we could hardly …
Reynisfjara Black Beach, Iceland
Reynisfjara Black Beach near Vik in Iceland on a windy day with view of the impressive Reynisdrangar sea stacks in the distance.
Skogafoss, Iceland
Eight seconds long exposure of Skogafoss waterfall in Iceland under the soft and diffused light of a pre-sunrise cloudy sky.
Barnacles at Sunset, Hopeman Bay, Moray Coast, Scotland
This picture was captured during my latest photo workshop on the Moray coast of Scotland and while photographing the sunset at Hopeman bay …
Highlighted Leaves, Klidonia, Zagoria, Greece
Picture of dry leaves on tree bark covered with moss on Klidonia location of Zagoria in Greece.
Belvedere Sunrise, Val d’Orcia, Tuscany, Italy
Sunrise picture of the Belvedere farm house in Val d’Orcia area of Tuscany in Italy with olive trees and cypress trees in the foreground.
Mount Rundle, Banff NP, Alberta, Canada
Picture of snow covered Mount Rundle in Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada, viewed from Vermillion Lakes with Autumn colour foliage on the trees.
Reeds at Loch na h-Achlaise, Rannoch Moor, Scotland
Picture of golden colour reeds with golden sunset sunlight on them and reflected blue sky at Loch na h-Achlaise, Rannoch Moor, Scotland.
Aspens & Rocky Mountains, Banff NP, Canada
Picture of Aspen trees in golden autumn colour with views of the Rocky mountains in Banff National Park in Canada.
Loch Assynt And The Quinag, Scotland
Long exposure picture of a dry stone wall on Loch Assynt in Scotland with view of the Quinag mountain by using a Lee Big Stopper filter.
Belvedere Sunrise
Belvedere Farmhouse, San Quirico, Val d’Orcia, Tuscany, Italy Join me on my next visit there,…
Romancing Velvia
Having started photography in the film era and to be more specific, the era of the beautiful Velvia film, I have used a number of different camera formats from 35mm …
Belvedere Sunrise, San Quirico, Val d’Orcia, Tuscany
Tuscany in Italy was high on my list of places to visit. I had seen…
The Square Format
This place has become my nemesis. I have been there multiple times so far – so many times that I don’t even seem to remember any more – and yet, I have not experienced…
Meallabhan Bay, Torridon, Scotland
Golden light from the setting sun bathing the patterns the receding tide had left behind.
Two Jack Lake Sunrise, Banff NP, Canada
Two Jack Lake is becoming more and more famous within the photographic community. The result…
Finding Compositions
In February, 2012, I was running a photographic workshop in the Inverpolly and Assynt areas of Scotland. Most of the places we visited were …
Hoodoos of Pollonia, Milos Island, Greece
An extremely difficult composition due to its location and an even worst exposure to control.…
Chapel At Skaros, Santorini, Greece
Last call for the day was Imerovigli village on the majestic island of Santorini. While…
Good Use Of Lens Tilt
No matter what time of year or what time of day you visit Holy island, the fact is, there will be photographers around and they will be busy. This is because…
St Mary’s Lighthouse, Tyne and Wear, England
I recently spent a few days in Northumberland, England. I hadn’t been in the area for quite a while so it was a good chance to visit some …
Wester Ross Hills, Scotland
Nature might throw at you any kind of situation and any type of light conditions at any given time. The point is, will you be ready to capture the moment?
Pachaina Arches, Milos Island, Greece
Millions of years of volcanic activity but also millions of years of erosion have created…
Talisker Bay Sunset, Isle of Skye, Scotland
Rough sea, large slippery black pebbles and a not so great sunset – recipe for…
Dunnotar Castle, Stonehaven, Scotland
Ruins of 13th-century cliff top fortress. Dunnotar Castle is a very popular location for both…
Moody Old Man of Storr, Isle of Skye, Scotland
There had been a sprinkle of snow the night before, although I was hoping that…
Wipe Out, Kintail, Scotland
While driving back from my photo workshop on the Isle of Skye in Scotland, I…
Setting Up Images
What is it that you really like in a picture? Does it make any difference if that picture has been set up or manipulated in one way or another?
Sailing Under A Setting Sun • Pharos, Santorini, Greece
Sunset picture with views of a sailing boat under the reflections of the setting sun on Santorini island in Greece, Canon 70D and Canon 18-135mm IS STM.
Ardvreck Castle, Loch Assynt, Scotland
Do you take risks when you make decisions on composition, exposure and various other techniques?