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Taking a break at the Amstel River (Amsterdam)
It is hard to resist taking a rewarding break at the Amstel River in Amsterdam after days of an invincible wet grey sky.
The short-living surprise of Erica (autumn in the Netherlands)
Some things make their way as a surprise, and so did Erica in this Dutch forest in autumn. Its beautiful color play with its surroundings was outstanding.
New postcard set – Amsterdam and the Netherlands
I am happy to share with you the postcard set "Amsterdam & the Netherlands" that includes 6 unique motives to share with your loved ones!
A summer day in Amsterdam (De Duif)
While walking down the city's streets on a splendid summer day in Amsterdam, the well-balanced atmosphere around DeDuif feels fantastic.
Smooth transition at Muiderpoort (Amsterdam Oost)
When setting different goals, you enter the road of transition. By doing so, you will come to the point at which both worlds overlap ...
Comfort space (Houseboats in Amsterdam’s Prinsengracht)
Personal comfort space is always hard-fought and yet essential. Hence, one should not neglect but mind it like the houseboats in Amsterdam.
The difficulties (Westerpark in Amsterdam)
For a while now, things got mixed up which causes crucial parts to be on hold. Yet, there is land in sight like in Westerpark in Amsterdam.
The big picture (Streetart at Amsterdam’s NDSM-Werf)
In the rush of life, the big picture guides the way. But a good eye for detail can change it for the better like the Streetart at NDSM-Werf.
Worlds far away (The Ijmeer in the Netherlands)
Worlds far away often seem attractive when things become serious, yet the lack of foresight is not owed to the problems like on the Ijmeer.
The play of life’s colors (Dutch sheep in the sunset)
With different looks & perceptions, we rump around in this playground with a fascinating play of colors like this sheep in the sunset over Amsterdam.
The center of attention (Pontsteiger Amsterdam)
Some cannot live without being the center of attention. But the real problem is how much they get, like the Pontsteiger building in Amsterdam.
Breathing space of norms (Graffiti at the NDSM Werf)
Expectations & norms shape everyday life, and though they are essential, they are at times also in need of change like here at the NDSM Werf.
Talking observers (Dutch cows at the NDSM Werf)
Humans love to talk. Yet, at times silence is gold, and you may better make your name by observing like here at the NDSM-Werf in Amsterdam.
The turning point (architecture at Amsterdam’s Cruquiuseiland)
Finding your place is a tough task in life. However, waiting for the turning point might not provide a good solution like at Cruquiuseiland.
Walking to vastness at Amsterdam’s Westerpark
The path of life becomes very narrow, like here at Westerpark. Yet, focusing on the path's vastness can help to overcome its obstacles.
A little contrast (Graffiti at NDSM-Werf)
No matter how much you try to obtain variety and diversity in life. Yet, adding a bit more contrast may create a whole new experience.
Magic moments (Sunset over Amsterdam’s Lozingskanaal)
The surprising glare of the warm sun shows its beauty on this Sunday evening at Amsterdam’s Lozingskanaal, but magic moments never last forever …
Being disconnected (Flevopark in Amsterdam)
Though humans are no hermits, spending time with oneself is essential. So it feels great to be disconnected at times like here at Amsterdam’s Flevopark.
Carefree land (riding bikes in Amsterdam)
As the last obligation of this day has been fulfilled, I finally travel to "carefree land" with one of the many bikes in Amsterdam!
The crowd (modern architecture in Amsterdam Ijburg)
There is a constant urge to stand out from the crowd like this example of architecture in Amsterdam. Yet, this venture costs a lot of effort!