Blizzard, a photo from Vestur-Isafjardharsysla, Vesturdir

Photographer's Note

Beware of the ever changing weather in Iceland. The weather in Iceland can change from sunshine to blizzard in the matters of minutes and every year people get lost in these extreme weather conditions. After having set out under a blue sky but with howling winds of over 60kmh we got caught in a real blizzard just before returning safely to our hotel in the Husafell region in western Iceland

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Nicou (193806) 2016-06-12 8:40

Hello

Sous le vent la neige le froid l'habillement coloré ressort parfaitement et les traces des flocons qui font de petits trait quelle vue froid superbe.
Bravo et amitié
Nciou

holmertz (92842) 2016-06-12 9:56

Hello Daniel,
Maybe people who are not so familiar with blizzards of snow don't understand that this is what they look (and feel) like. Perhaps they think there is something wrong with this photo, but I can confirm that it captures the essence of really bad weather in winter perfectly. The lack of sharp contours and the woman's awkward posture says everything that needs to be said about a blizzard. This is a very expressive and true photo.
Best wishes,
Gert

No_One (4) 2016-06-12 10:15

Hi Daniel
I didn't get any photos on my trip to Iceland many years ago, the weather is something I remember well, a storm blew in as or plane was landing.
Your photo to depict this is very nicely chosen, the blur could be the fault of the weather and even though the woman is indistinct, I can still feel her thoughts in these conditions
Cheers
Noel

lousat (129945) 2016-06-12 10:27

Salut Daniel,une image tres tres artistique qui montre nous dans une maniere super ce moment tres froids,l'effect flou est magnifique,j'espere de ne trouver la meme meteo en Aout la bas...ehehe..belle soiree' et merci,Luciano

Fis2 (155599) 2016-06-12 12:33

Witaj Daniel!
Excellent shot, fantastic atmosphere.
Good frame and colors.
A,azing effect.
Good evening.
Krzysztof

grigand (20290) 2016-06-12 13:01

Hi Daniel,
Impressive shot, I know very well the hard climate of Iceland, your picture makes good the atmosphere, well done.
ciao
andrea

batalay (41261) 2016-06-12 14:11

Hello Daniel,

The swirl of snow totally engulfs the subject, a minimalistic image of black and blue against a backdrop of white. I like this photo very much.

Warm regards,

Bulent

bukitgolfb301 (53894) 2016-06-12 20:48

Hi dear Daniel

So firce blizzrad this is. I guess she(or he) is not so far but not obvious due to so much snow fall. Simple but very impressive image at all.

All the best and have a good new week! Takero

jemaflor (135404) 2016-06-12 23:36

Hi Daniel,
Interesting effect with this blurry photo, impressive with movement of these snowflakes, well managed, tfs.

emka (152182) 2016-06-13 0:03

Hello Daniel,

Really, this blizzard looks dangerous. but I suppose that in march there is still winter , so you had warm cloths. Excellent composition, we can imagine how it is to be there. I like this white blurr.

WArm regrad s Malgo

COSTANTINO (104143) 2016-06-13 0:06

Hello dear Daniel and have a nice time
and a happy new week
a photo different from the usuals
I like the whole inspiration
welldone
regards
Costantino

ikeharel (105889) 2016-06-13 1:09

Hello Daniel,
I reckon nothing wrong with the outcome of the picture, that's probably how it looks on a blizzard. I had experience one in NYC.
Conveyed superbly how it feels.
Have a nice new week,
Ike

alvaraalto (42272) 2016-06-13 2:04

Hello Daniel,
Maybe a little bit too cold for this time of the year, but anyway an image that suits the name of ICE land.
This picture and your note about the fast changing weather of Iceland reminds me the books of Halldór Laxness. The changing weather condition is often described and used in his literature.
Your picture is of outstanding quality.
Groet Rob

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Royaldevon (75378) 2016-06-13 5:58

Hello Daniel,

It may have been a shock to the body but there was one pleasing outcome, this photograph. It perfectly captures the cold and the bleakness of a blizzard! It must have been a very difficult shot to take!

In some ways, it has the qualities of a painting!

My warm regards,
Bev :-)

Silvio1953 (205685) 2016-06-13 11:38

Ciao Daniel, lovely and original composition with beautiful movie effect, fantastic winter atmosphere, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

tyro (30513) 2016-06-13 11:38

Hello Daniel,

I'll try for a second time to write a critique on your photograph - the last time my critique just disappeared - something which happens all too often on TE nowadays.

Anyway, Daniel, I've been looking at and admiring this photograph for at least ten minutes and I absolutely love it! It really is amazing how such a simple image of one person standing amidst snow can convey such an intense feeling of chill and cold but you have achieved that perfectly!

Perhaps it is just the very simple composition or perhaps it is your use of a slow shutter speed to allow us to appreciate the movement of the windblown snow. Or maybe it is the very simple colour palette of just blue and white. But I think it is most probably a combination of all those factors and also the stance of the individual too - perfectly captured as they turn their face away from the snowy blast and also lift a hand to protect their face.

Whatever the reason, the effect is very striking indeed. And, together with your interesting note a perfect depiction of the changeable weather in Iceland.

Fabulous!

Kind Regards,

John.

P.S. I simply must add this to my favourites!

macjake (96157) 2016-06-13 16:28

Hi Daniel
this shows the importance of why NOT to wear white!
the blue and black combo works well in the blizzard.
and the blurring effect gives the shot a unique look as well.
wonderful grab photo, something totally different
cheers
craig

abmdsudi (88537) 2016-06-13 21:53

Hi Daniel
It's like walking in a wilderness and a formidable environment and lovely the way you captured the snow 'blowing in' showing her battle with the elements.
Impossible not to feel cold when viewing this; a dynamic atmospheric shot superbly exposed. Well done.
Best regards

delpeoples (60326) 2016-06-16 3:14

Dear Daniel

I'm shivering just looking at this shot. It's extremely artistic, very suggestive and technically flawless. There's little to say by way of critique except to sit back and enjoy it. Applause.

Warmest wishes, have a beautiful day
Lisa

willperrett (14029) 2016-06-16 8:01

Hello Daniel

Super shot which really conveys the raw conditions. Slowish shutter speed I guess. (WHY don't the boffins at TE sort out the problems?? EXIF data has been wrong/missing for about 7 months now!!) Sorry: I know it's not your fault!

Regards

Will

kordinator (8738) 2016-10-17 2:18

Dear Daniel
Image as painting by pastel colors.
Impressive atmosphere and nice snowy and foggy effects.
Visually wonderful photos.
Kind regards
Saa

adores (46979) 2016-12-25 16:05

Hi Daniel!
I'm sure it's not so easy to face such weather conditions when travelling in a foreign country but this photo is just great. I like the result a a lot, I guess you really captured the atmosphere.