LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY ACROSS CHELTENHAM, THE COTSWOLDS & THE U.K.
Photographing The Fog In The Cotswolds
Fog is nature’s briefest spectacle, formed by exact overnight conditions and gone within minutes as winds shift. It’s frustrating to be ready and watch it vanish, but that chase is part of the thrill. When it settles, especially in the Cotswolds, everything feels magical. Here are tips to better prepare for your next fog chase.
HOW TO FIND LANDSCAPES CLOSE TO HOME
I ignored my own backyard for years. Then I found landscapes that blew me away.
Photographing Woodlands and Forests in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds
Having become accustomed to photographing seascapes and expansive landscapes in Southern Africa, capturing the forests and woodlands here in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds presents a completely different experience.
Seascapes of the Overberg
The Western Cape region in South Africa is a treasure trove for capturing stunning seascapes. From the monstrous waves crashing against jagged rocks along the coastline to the pristine white sands and dunes that create some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, this area offers a diverse range of breathtaking sights.
Introduction
As a start to this blog, I’d like to introduce myself. I’m Fred van Leeuwen, a South African-born landscape photographer now residing near Cheltenham in the U.K. I’ve been practicing the art of photography since my early teens and found my passion for landscapes near the shores of the Western Cape Province in South Africa. After shooting my first seascape at sunset in 2005, I was hooked!