photo: © Bas Meelker
Bas Meelker, a landscape photographer from Groningen, presents a collection of his work in his book Verstilling , taking readers on a visual journey through the tranquil beauty of nature. His passion for landscape photography took root in Groningen’s flat, open countryside, where light and sky are given free rein.
Verstilling is more than a photobook; it is a work of art in its own right. Meelker has selected some of his most impressive photographs, each telling a unique story about the relationship between people and nature.
The book is divided into themes such as Water, Mountains and Forests, guiding readers through a variety of natural environments.
Many photographs are accompanied by Meelker’s personal notes, in which he describes his sources of inspiration and the circumstances in which each image was made. These texts offer valuable insight into his creative process and deepen the reader’s appreciation of the photographs.
Meelker’s landscape photography is characterised by an exceptional eye for detail and a deep sensitivity to subtle nuances of light and shadow.
His use of long exposures gives the photographs an ethereal, almost timeless quality, inviting viewers to pause and become fully absorbed in the captured moment.
The central theme of Verstilling is, as the title suggests, the search for stillness and contemplation amid the pace of modern life. Meelker emphasises the importance of slowing down and looking with awareness, a message that resonates through every image.
The photographs evoke a sense of peace and reflection, inviting viewers to find that same stillness within themselves.
Meelker’s technique is both sophisticated and refined. He uses advanced equipment and techniques, but his greatest strength lies in his ability to capture the perfect moment—a skill developed through years of experience and a profound love of his craft.
The book is a must-have for lovers of landscape photography and anyone seeking moments of calm and reflection in everyday life.
Kirsten Schuijt, director of WWF-Netherlands and a keen nature lover, wrote the foreword.
Verstilling. Met je gezicht in het licht - Bas Meelker
Pages: 120
Price: €39.99
Publisher: Zilt. Language: Dutch; this article refers to the Dutch-language edition.
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