Aurora Over Iceland's Hidden Shores

Photographer

Jan-Tore Oevrevik

Category

International Photography - Iceland Photography

Company

JTO Photography

Submission Group

Professional

Year

2024

Country / Region:

United States

During my last journey to Iceland in 2023, I ventured to the western coast, steering clear of the well-trodden paths favored by tourists. My aim was to explore the lesser-known and seldom-visited locales, places that still harbored compelling narratives and breathtaking vistas. Initially, the weather did not cooperate, with the sun, sunset, and northern lights obscured by persistent rain. However, after enduring seven days of dismal weather, fortune shifted—the skies cleared, revealing the magnificent spectacle of the Aurora Borealis. These photos, taken in these remote areas, are vivid reminders of the stunning scenes that wait in less traveled corners of the world. Each image captures the warmth and splendor of the northern lights as they painted the sky with their magical colors, turning the waiting and patience into moments of pure joy and wonder.

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