Gerðuberg Cliffs
Gerðuberg Cliffs are a striking wall of hexagonal basalt columns rising from the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, their near-perfect geometric symmetry making them one of Iceland's most visually distinctive geological formations. The columns run in a long, even row across the hillside, and you can work the full length of them by walking the base, shooting straight-on for a flat, pattern-heavy composition or moving to either end to capture the depth and layering of the columns receding into the distance. A wide-angle lens works well for the full sweep, while a longer focal length lets you compress the repeating shapes into a tighter, more graphic frame. Low angled light in the morning or evening is ideal, as it carves shadows into the column edges and brings out their three-dimensional texture. The site is free to visit, reached via a short gravel road off Route 54, with parking close by and no difficult terrain to navigate. (Rauðhamelur, Iceland)
