Vestrahorn is one of Iceland’s most distinctive mountain landscapes, with its jagged peaks rising dramatically above the black sands of Stokksnes. This panoramic view captures the mountain range just after sunrise, as soft shades of orange and pink spread across the horizon beneath a pale blue sky.

The early light brings a subtle warmth to the snow-covered summits, contrasting with the darker rock faces and the almost black volcanic sand below. Across the foreground, shallow pools of water reflect the changing sky, while the intricate patterns of the tidal flats lead the eye towards the mountains.

I wanted to capture the full scale of the landscape, from the textured foreground to the peaks stretching across the horizon. The wide composition brings these elements together, showing not only the mountains themselves but also the vast, open terrain that surrounds them.

What makes this location so striking is the contrast between its different elements. The rugged mountains, dark volcanic sands and shifting coastal waters create a landscape that feels both dramatic and expansive. On this particular morning, the soft sunrise colours added a quieter side to the scene, balancing the imposing character of the mountains with the stillness of the surrounding landscape.