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  • African sunset. A lone elephant walks through a watery landscape at sunset on the Zambezi river. Through my lens, the sky is a gradient of warm hues, with the sun glowing prominently near the horizon and casting a reflection in the water. Silhouetted trees are visible in the background, capturing a moment by Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer
  • Motherly love. A lioness is lying down in dry grass, affectionately licking a lion cub sitting beside her. Through my lens, Gertjan Sluijer captures this tender moment perfectly, with the background blurred to focus attention on the intimate bond between the two animals.
  • As night falls, the leopard prowls in stealth mode, its lithe body melding seamlessly with the darkness. Silent as a shadow, it navigates the terrain with calculated precision, its eyes scanning the surroundings for any sign of prey. With a grace that belies its power, the leopard becomes the embodiment of nocturnal elegance, a true master of the night.
  • Beautiful cheetah family on the lookout. A black and white photo featuring three cheetah cubs attentively observing their surroundings.
  • Two mighty brothers #2
  • Happy meal. Close-up of a lion's face with an intense gaze, illuminated by low lighting that highlights its powerful features. The lion’s mouth and chin are stained with blood, suggesting a recent hunt. Through my lens, Gertjan Sluijer captures the dark background that emphasizes the lion's piercing eyes and rugged fur.
  • There's magic in the forest. A misty forest scene with tall, dense trees. In the background, an elephant stands among the trees, partially obscured by the mist. Several large termite mounds are scattered on the ground. Capturing this serene and mystical atmosphere through my lens, Gertjan Sluijer brings nature's magic to life.
  • Leopard descends from a branch. A black and white image shows a leopard walking along a branch of a large, leafless tree. The background is minimalistic and bright, emphasizing the contrast and the leopard's silhouette. Captured through my lens, Gertjan Sluijer of throughmylens.online brings this striking scene to life.
  • Mighty tusks. Close-up portrait of an elephant's face, highlighting its textured skin and two tusks. The low lighting casts shadows and creates a dramatic contrast, emphasizing the intricate details of the elephant's features. Hwange Park, Zimbabwe.
  • 2 amazing mighty brothers.Through my lens, two male lions with majestic manes walk closely together on a dusty path through a dry, grassland savanna. The background is a soft blur of beige grasses, and the lions appear focused and determined as they stare ahead. This moment was skillfully captured by Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • There's magic in the forest #2. A misty black and white forest scene with tall, dense trees. In the background, an elephant stands among the trees, partially obscured by the mist. Several large termite mounds are scattered on the ground. Capturing this serene and mystical atmosphere through my lens, Gertjan Sluijer brings nature's magic to life. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Colourful mountains, layered hills and mountains with red, pink, and white tones under a cloudy sky.
  • Dune. A vast desert landscape with golden sand dunes under a bright blue sky. Ripples of sand lead towards larger dunes in the distance, creating a mesmerizing pattern. Lut desert, Iran.
  • Pink hues at dawn. Sunrise in Lut desert. An expansive, hazy desert landscape reminiscent of the Lut Desert, featuring jagged, rocky hills and arid terrain under a pinkish sky. The scene is predominantly shades of pink and brown, creating an ethereal, otherworldly atmosphere. Lut desert, Iran. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Mistress of light. Mistress of light. A mysterious mistress holds a glowing light in a dark, rocky landscape, illuminating the surrounding jagged rock formations with a warm, golden glow. The scene has an adventurous feel due to the stark contrast between light and darkness. Star Valley, Qeshm, Iran. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Colourful breathtaking sunrise. A vibrant interior of a mosque showcases stained glass windows that cast many colors in light patterns on the intricately designed walls, columns, and carpeted floor. The play of light at sunrise creates a mesmerizing and ethereal ambiance. Nasir Al Mulk mosque, Shiraz, Iran.
  • Blue gate. Ornate interior of a mosque with intricate patterns and calligraphy adorn the walls and the ceiling. Dominated by shades of blue and gold, the dome and arches exhibit elaborate tilework, reflecting Islamic architectural artistry. Jameh mosque, Isfahan, Iran.
  • Beautiful sun beams. The image shows the interior of a historical, ornate building with intricate blue and yellow mosaic patterns on the walls and ceilings. Sunlight beams through small windows, casting shadows across the spacious empty hall. Two stone columns stand prominently. Jameh mosque, Isfahan, Iran.
  • Blue hour in the Yellow mountains. A serene mountain landscape at dawn showcases layers of mountain ridges in varying shades of blue. The foreground features a dark, jagged peak with sparse trees silhouetted against the misty backdrop. Yellow Mountains, China. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Misty mountains. A dramatic, misty mountain range with smoking jagged peaks stretches into the distance. Thick clouds and fog partially obscure the rugged landscape, creating an ethereal and mysterious atmosphere. Yellow Mountains, China.
  • Fisherman between bamboo poles in Xiapu. A serene, minimalist black-and-white photo by Gertjan Sluijer shows a small boat among tall, thin fishing poles which form a curved pattern in the calm waters of Xiapu, China.
  • Seaweed farmers of Xiapu. A serene, minimalist black-and-white photo by Gertjan Sluijer shows a small boat among tall, thin fishing poles which form a curved pattern in the calm waters of Xiapu, China.
  • Cormorant fisherman #3. A serene scene at dusk with a Commerant fisherman in Guilin on a small raft in a calm river, surrounded by misty, silhouette-like karst mountains. The sky is painted in hues of orange and pink. The image exudes tranquility, reflected perfectly in the still water. Guilin, China.
  • Beautiful sunset in the Yellow Mountains. A beautiful image of a mountain landscape during sunset, with golden light illuminating the rocky cliffs and lush green trees. Yellow Mountains, China.
  • Pagoda in an Astonishing landscape. A lush, mountainous landscape with steep, forested cliffs and pillars. A small, traditional pavilion sits atop one of the green-covered peaks. The sun illuminates parts of the scene, casting dramatic shadows and highlighting the natural beauty of Wullingyuan, China.
  • A fisherman and his amazing colourful maze. A person in a small red and yellow boat navigates through an array of colorful fishing nets arranged in a calm body of water. The nets, in shades of green, yellow, and pink, intertwined with seaweed, create a captivating geometric pattern on the serene surface
  • Pride Cormorant fisherman. Through my lens, a fisherman in traditional attire stands on a wooden raft in a tranquil river at dusk. He holds a lantern and a bamboo pole, with two cormorants perched nearby. Misty karst mountains rise in the background, silhouetted against the twilight sky. Gertjan Sluijer
  • Pride Cormorant fisherman #2. A fisherman wearing a traditional straw hat sits on a small bamboo raft at dusk, holding a lantern that illuminates his face. A cormorant bird perches on the bow. The background features silhouetted mountains and a body of water under a dark, moody sky—a perfect scene for travel photography in Guilin, China.
  • Jurassic landscape sunrise. Mist-covered tall sandstone pillars adorned with lush green vegetation rise majestically from the forested landscape below. The warm golden light creates a serene and mystical atmosphere. Wulliyan, China. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Rise. A polar bear stands on an ice floe in a partially frozen body of water, surrounded by other chunks of ice. The bear's front paw is raised as it appears to be walking. Through my lens, Gertjan Sluijer captures a serene, wintry scene where the water and ice reflect a calm under a cloudy sky.
  • Into the great white yonder. A polar bear stands on a vast, icy landscape with patches of open water in the distance. The bear faces sideways, showcasing its thick white fur. The sky is overcast, blending seamlessly with the snowy ground. Svalbard, Norway. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • After the polar bear and her cubs eat, they fall asleep on the ice surface. In summer, it remains light at night. Therefore, this photo was taken in the middle of the night.
  • An astonishing polar bear lay silently on the ice, her paw tucked beneath her head
  • Sleeping polar bear. A polar bear is resting on a moss-covered rocky terrain with snow-covered mountain slopes visible in the background amid cloudy weather. Gertjan Sluijer through my lens
  • Noorderlicht. A small red sailing ship called Noorderlicht is dwarfed by a massive, towering blue glacier in an icy landscape. The ship is moored close to the glacier, emphasizing the vast size and rugged texture of the icy formation. Snow and ice surround the scene, creating a pristine arctic ambiance. Svalbard, Norway. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Cosmic ferris wheel #1. Startrail Giants Playground. A mesmerizing long-exposure night sky photograph shows cosmic star trails circling above quiver trees and large rock formations. The scene has a surreal, almost magical quality, like a celestial Ferris wheel highlighting the motion of stars against the still desert landscape. Giant's Playground, Namibia.
  • Sands of time #1. An interior room with blue walls is filled with sand, leading to doors opening into other rooms, each progressively piled with more sand. A white door frame stands prominently in the foreground. Kolmanskop, Namibia.
  • Sand of time #3. A weathered door opens to reveal an interior room filled halfway with sand, creating a surreal and abandoned atmosphere. The walls are painted green and red, contrasting with the beige sand accumulating inside the room—a visual narrative captured by Gertjan Sluijer. Kolmanskop, Namibia. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Grey cracked clay floor with dead camel-thorn tree. Earth. Deadvlei, Namibia
  • Scorched earth #2. A lone, leafless tree casts long shadows across a cracked, barren land in Deadvlei, Namibia, with the sun setting behind it, illuminating the landscape with a warm, golden glow. Deadvlei, Namibia. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Rise of the Milky Way. A night sky filled with stars and the Milky Way arches over a desert landscape. Silhouettes of three barren trees stand in the foreground against dark red sand dunes. The sky is clear, revealing countless stars and celestial details. Deadvlei, Namibia.
  • Cosmic Ferris wheel #2. A long-exposure night photograph of Deadvlei, Namibia captures dead, leafless trees on cracked, dry earth. Star trails twist like a cosmic Ferris wheel in the clear sky, converging at a central point. Low, reddish dunes are visible in the background. Deadvlei, Namibia. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • The dark lord. A lion with a prominent mane is dramatically illuminated against a black background, highlighting only the left side of its face and body, giving it an aura reminiscent of The dark lord. Erindi game reserve, Nambia. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • On the wings of a pelican. A pelican is in mid-flight with its wings spread wide and beak facing forward against a clear blue sky. Namibia, Walvisbaai. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer. Namibia, Walvisbaai.
  • Delightful cognac. A dimly lit cognac cellar with wooden barrels stacked on shelves along the right wall. A small window near the ceiling casts light onto the tiled floor, illuminating part of the room. A few large barrels stand upright on the left side, casting shadows, promising sips of delightful cognac. Vallein Tercinier, Cognac, France. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Stone mushrooms. A black and white photograph of tall, thin rock formations resembling spires, known as fairy chimneys, standing amidst a rugged Cappadocian landscape. The sky is partly cloudy, casting shadows on the distinct geological structures. Cappadocia, Turkey. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Morning light. A dramatic landscape of rugged hills under a moody, overcast sky. The morning horizon shows a mix of dark clouds and a hint of light breaking through. The terrain appears grassy and barren with rocky outcrops sporadically dotting the scene. Quiraing, Isle of Skye, Scotland.
  • A black and white photo depicts a solitary, leafless tree standing in a barren, scorched landscape under a clear sky. The sun shines brightly in the top right corner, casting stark shadows and creating a dramatic and desolate atmosphere. Dabbelose zandverstuiving, Veluwe, Netherlands. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • A late winter afternoon. A serene winter scene with a snow-covered landscape at sunset. Two lone trees stand on a small, elevated mound on the right. The sky transitions from soft pink to light blue. Kootwijkerzand, Veluwe, Netherlands. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Wintertime. A snowy landscape featuring a group of twisted pine trees standing on a small hill. The sky is overcast, blending seamlessly with the white ground. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer. Kootwijkerzand, Veluwe, Netherlands. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.
  • Soft Morning glow. A serene landscape scene showcasing a misty forest with tall trees partially obscured by fog. A small, calm body of water reflects the surrounding nature. The scene is atmospheric and tranquil, with soft light and earthy tones. Asselse Heide, Veluwe, Netherlands. Gertjan Sluijer. Through my lens. GJ Sluijer.

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