Capturing Sunrise at Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland. Landscape photograph by Jan-Tore Oevrevik, finalist in the Shoot The Frame Landscape photography award, February 2023

Finalist Landscape · February 2023

Capturing Sunrise at Reynisfjara Beach

I woke up at 4:30 in the morning with a burning desire to capture the sunrise at Reynisfjara, the stunning black sand beach on Iceland's South Coast. Armed with my camera gear and a warm jacket, I went towards the beach, eager to witness the first rays of the day illuminate the massive basalt stacks and the powerful Atlantic waves. As I arrived, the beach was still quiet and serene, and I set up my tripod to wait for the perfect shot. As the sun rose, the sky turned into a kaleidoscope of orange and pink, and the basalt stacks stood out against the backdrop, creating an incredible contrast. The experience of witnessing the beauty of Reynisfjara at sunrise was worth every early morning wake-up call.