Now, here’s a striking image that effortlessly takes the title of ‘Image of the Week’, by using a drone to capture a landscape. Taken by the brilliant Kirsty Mackenzie, this photograph showcases an iconic Icelandic chapel in all its glory but from an aerial perspective.

Firstly, let’s address the sheer audacity of shooting with a drone. It’s a perspective that turns the everyday into the extraordinary, and Kirsty has harnessed this power to perfection. The way the chapel stands in solitude against the vastness of the landscape is poetic and would not be as impactful from the ground.

The timing of the shot is impeccable. That golden hour glow bathes the scene and envelops the couple in warmth, despite the wintery scene. It’s the kind of lighting that can’t be replicated, only waited for – something Kirsty has done flawlessly.

Notice the composition here – how the chapel, the couple, and the gate form a visual triangle, a classical element of composition that draws the viewer’s eye directly to the heart of the story.

The textures of the snow against the rugged terrain add depth, creating a scene that begs you to step into it, to feel the crisp air, to hear the hush around the chapel.

This image, with its layered textures, its stunning use of light, and its breathtaking perspective, is a love letter to the dramatic and the ephemeral. It is, without a doubt, a worthy Image of the Week and a testament to Kirsty Mackenzie’s skill and vision as a photographer. It’s these kinds of images that we celebrate and dissect at Photography Farm, seeking to inspire and educate photographers to push boundaries and elevate their craft. Bravo, Kirsty. Bravo.