Industrial photography

Photography has many niches, one of which is industrial photography. You take photos at locations such as companies, factories and industrial sites. It is a somewhat rougher form of photography and can sometimes be compared to urbex photography, because some locations seem quite remote and deserted. In this article we give you a number of tips that you can take into account for industrial photography. The inspiration for this news item and the photos come from the C-mine in Genk, Belgium.

Tips for industrial photography

• Take a whole day off when you go out. By being on location early, you have enough time to explore the area and prepare for the blue hour. Because the blue hour only lasts about 45 minutes, it is important to have all equipment prepared so that as little photography time as possible is lost.
• Shoot in the evening, preferably after a rainy day with clouds. These conditions fit very well with the atmosphere of industrial photography. The clouds make the sky more dramatic and the fallen rain creates beautiful reflections in the water. Check in advance what the weather will be that day.
• Another aspect of industrial photography is safety on location. If it is an abandoned location, with no barriers and lots of artifacts/machinery left behind, be careful where you walk and shoot. Often it is entered at your own risk. Everything at the C-mine in Genk is freely accessible and open to the public.
• Light is of course very important in photography, but with industrial photography (especially at night) there is a chance that there is not much light left. So take a tripod with you for working with slow shutter speeds and use a flash if necessary.
• When you want to focus on a certain point/object, use a larger aperture (F11-F16). A larger aperture provides a lot of depth of field. Of the total depth of field, 1/3 is in front of the focus point and 2/3 behind it, taking into account the determination of the focus point.
• If you choose to photograph a certain item sharply, use the interplay of lines around it. Like the photo below, where the lines of the grids point to the subject. That way your eyes will naturally be drawn to the subject.
• In addition to the interplay of lines, you can also play with different angles, angles from which you would normally not photograph so quickly, often resulting in surprising and unique images. In addition to trying out a different angle, you can also focus on the details. Like different structures or specific objects, making it almost macro photography. At a location like the C-mine you have endless options in which you can express your creativity.
• Another creative way is to use steel wool for light painting. A good combination with the atmosphere and industrial location. Also take into account the safety of others and the environment. The sparks flying around can be dangerous.

Want to learn to photograph or gain experience?

Would you like to try out industrial photography yourself? Then take a look at the many workshops. During the workshops you can gain experience at your own pace, under the guidance of a professional photographer. Because the workshops are in small groups, there is enough time and attention for each student. Would you like to participate? Then sign up right away!

Till clicks!

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Shooting in versatile Luxembourg

Luxembourg has exceeded all our expectations, we are fans! We would like to take you along in this blog to the most beautiful things that Luxembourg is home to. By the way, did you know that Luxembourg is in the top 10 of most sustainable countries in the world? All the more reason to visit this awesome country!

In this dynamic time it remains a surprise how developments follow eachother up. We thought it's wise to develop a photo trip close to home. Simply accessible and with a van from the Netherlands we travel together. After some research, Luxembourg rolled out and we don't regret it!

Waterfalls, primeval forests and rock formations… better know as Müllerthal trail

Walking along the ancient paths you really feel like you are in another world. The Müllerthal trail is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in Europe. Do you want to walk the entire route? Then 112 beautiful kilometers are waiting for you. We didn't walk them all, but we did a lot and included a number of gems in our photo weekend. The rock formations and caves of Hohllay impress and the Schiessentümpel waterfall clatters peacefully into the landscape, here you really switch off! By the way, you don't have to make long or heavy hikes during our weekend, which is nice.

Vianden and Esch-sur-Sûre by night

How picturesque do you want it to be? Vianden and Esch-sur-Sûr sparkle in the light of the blue hour. These medieval-looking villages are a source of conviviality and we can't say no to that, right? Both villages are characterized by the castle ruins that lie on top of the hills. A beautiful sight as soon as the evening light sets in. We have found exactly the right places from which to photograph this. For a moment you imagine yourself in a completely different era.

The old city center 'Grund' of Luxemburg City

Another gem is the old town center 'Grund'. Many times more Burgundian than the modern part and packed with character. As soon as you glance down over the city walls, you will see the babbling Alzette river meander gracefully through the old streets of Luxembourg City. From the right positions, this produces beautiful photos, where shooting with long shutter speeds adds extra character to the photo. Here too it is only a matter of waiting for the blue hour to set in and Luxembourg City changes with the magic of the evening.

Industrial Belval

What photographer doesn't love a beautiful industrial environment? We sure do! A visit to Belval should therefore certainly not be missed when visiting Luxembourg. The beauty of this location is that they have preserved the industry that used to be active here. In fact, they fused it with modern architecture. They definitely did that to their credit! You can stroll there and behind every corner there is a new composition. A top location for every photographer who appreciates an industrial environment.

Turelbaach Castle

This is without a doubt our favorite! A true 'hidden gem' and a feast for the eyes. Hard to find… but we have discovered the entrance to this majestic temple, as far as we are concerned the showpiece of Luxembourg! We don't really want to reveal too much, we like to see that a rare location like this remains undiscovered by the general public. We are happy to share it with the photographers who will join us on our photography weekend.

4-day photo tour Luxembourg

A sustainable photography trip close to home, in versatile Luxembourg. Four full days, a wonderful long photo weekend! You will see the best of what Luxembourg has to offer, including true hidden gems. We travel in small groups, so you can expect a lot of personal guidance. Has this blog piqued your interest? Does Luxembourg seem worth exploring to you? Be sure to take a look at our photo trip Luxembourg for more information.

We look forward to taking you to the most beautiful places… let's click!

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Ireland… People often think about an Irish pub or the delicious Guinness beer, but Ireland has so much more to offer. In addition, Northern Ireland is also one of the destinations that people don’t often think about when they’re planning a trip. In this post, you will therefore read 5 things you did not know about Ireland and Northern Ireland.

1. Dublin

People usually know that Dublin is the capital of Ireland. They often also know that the city has impressive architecture. But did you also know that Dublin was founded by Vikings more than 1000 years ago? They looted surrounding coastal towns and had their 'home base' in present-day Dublin. The history of the city is cherished to this day.

Furthermore, the story of Dracula was also written here. Although Dracula is of course from Transylvania, his writer studied in Dublin. Every year a festival is organized in honor of the author and his literature.

2. UNESCO World Heritage

Ireland is the second largest British island, making it one of the largest islands in Europe. Ireland is of course known for its coastlines, but there are also a lot UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Many special destinations have managed to secure a place on the World Heritage List and that’s something many people don’t know about. These places are mainly along the coast.
This also applies to Northern Ireland.

3. National Parks

Ireland has 6 National Parks. Many people therefore know that Ireland has beautiful nature. Nevertheless, fewer people know that certain parts of this nature are also protected. In addition, there are dozens of nature reserves and other nature areas where protected animal and plant species live.
Northern Ireland doesn’t have National Parks but also has plenty of beautiful nature reserves.

4. Game of Thrones filming locations

Fans of the Game of Thrones series will know that the series was filmed in breathtaking locations. The first thoughts often go to Dubrovnik in Croatia and Malta, but there are also a number of beautiful film locations in Northern Ireland. Northern Ireland is also sometimes referred to as: 'Game of Thrones territory'. These locations cannot be skipped during the photography tour in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Four of the many film locations are visited during the photography tour. This includes the locations of Dark Hedges, Inch Abbey, Tollymore Forest Park and Murlough Bay. Discover perhaps the most beautiful beech avenue in the world and wonderful parts of the Irish coast.

5. Titanic

The story of the Titanic is known worldwide. Did you know that the Titanic was built in Northern Ireland? Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, is therefore a city very associated with this story. Here you will find the largest Titanic museum in the world and the place where the Titanic was actually built. In addition, there are many guided tours to follow. You can even sail on the same water as where the Titanic did. A very special experience!

And there are many more interesting facts… In short, enough to discover in (Northern) Ireland. If you’re interested in these countries, we would be happy to take you on a photography tour through Ireland & Northern Ireland. After all, they are very special destinations!

If you’re interested in another workshop, please have a look here. Or maybe you’re more into photography tours? Then check out our photo trips and tours. Of lees over diverse nieuws items en fotografietips.