Magical East Greenland

Christopher.Michel
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Magical East Greenland
Magical East Greenland

Navigating through the ethereal landscapes of East Greenland aboard the ship Polarfront, I felt a profound connection with nature's most pristine artistry. The endless and layered landscapes were mesmerizing, with cathedral-like icebergs standing as timeless sentinels, their intricate crystalline structures reflecting hues of blue and white against the vast Arctic sky. Each iceberg seemed to whisper tales of eons past. At night, the dark sky was alive the Northern Lights, curtains of green, blue and purple danced above the mast of the ship.

As we ventured further into this frozen paradise, it wasn't just the majesty of the landscapes that captivated my lens but also the vibrant life that thrives amidst the seeming desolation. Majestic polar bears, with an aura of regal calmness, roamed the terrains, while the graceful musk-oxen moved with an understated elegance. The playful arctic foxes and elusive arctic hares added a touch of dynamism, punctuating the serene stillness with their antics.

But this voyage was more than just an immersion into nature's wonders; it was a soulful exploration of human endurance and spirit. When we anchored near Ittoqqortoormiit, one of the Arctic's remotest Inuit towns, I was welcomed into a world where tradition and modernity coexist. I was inspired by the stories of the locals - of their ancestors, tales of survival, and their deep-rooted bond with the ice-clad surroundings. Every evening, as I settled into the comforting embrace of the Polarfront, the day's adventures would replay in my mind – a poignant symphony of nature's grandeur and the indomitable human spirit, forever captured through my photographs.

A perfect trip.

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Taken on: September 6, 2023
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Exposure Time: 0.006 sec (1/170)
Focal Length: 80mm (35mm equivalent: 62mm)
ISO: 200
Exposure Bias: -1 EV
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