Suðurland

• Prize
  Gold in Nature/Aerial
• Photographer
  Sebastian Wohlfeil
• Technical Info
  Mavic 3 Pro
• Photo Date
  June 2023 to August 2024

This series of aerial photographs shows glacial rivers on Iceland’s South Coast. These rivers, formed by melting glaciers, create fascinating, winding patterns in the dark volcanic sand. The rivers’ unique colors, from deep blues and milky whites to yellow and orange tones, contrast beautifully with the landscape. Each photo highlights the incredible shapes and colors that make this part of Iceland look almost otherworldly, showcasing nature’s power and beauty.

I am a passionate aerial photographer from Germany. As a dermatologist, a lot of my day-to-day work revolves around recognizing patterns of skin diseases and being able to classify them. My drone photographs pick up on this aspect by discovering patterns, structures and colors in nature.