In this episode of "F-Stop Collaborate and Listen," host Matt Payne chats with Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove, a Belgian-born, Iceland-based landscape and nature photographer renowned for his dramatic imagery of Iceland's volcanoes and highlands. Jeroen describes how photographing his first volcanic eruption reignited his creative passion and profoundly shaped his approach to storytelling and visual art, emphasizing authentic experiences, patience, and the emotional connection to the landscape over chasing social media validation. The conversation explores the ethical challenges of drone photography, the dangers of rapidly growing photo tourism in Iceland, the importance of safety and legal compliance for workshop leaders, and lessons learned from self-publishing his successful book "New Earth." Jeroen also shares practical advice for visiting Iceland, his views on AI and manipulation in photography, the value of meaningful struggle, and recommendations for other inspiring photographers to follow.

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Resources & Links:

Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove
Nigel Danson
Andy Mumford
Marco Di Marco
FLM Tripods (use code HOUSEOFPAYNE for 10% off)
Printique (affiliate link)
Printique Review Video
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Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove's Book "New Earth" - Discount code VOLCANOLOVE for 20% off
Jeroen & Nigel Danson Drone Photography Course- Discount code FSTOP30 gives you 30% off
NLPA (Natural Landscape Photography Awards)
Icelandic Professional Photography Association
Red Cross (Iceland)

444: Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove - Photographing Iceland's Volcanoes