Ernst Yperlaan - Early Spring

Archival pigment print in color, number 2 in an edition of 15 + 2 AP. Photograph from a series of landscapes with an accompanying poem that expresses the feeling and atmosphere of not only the photograph, but also that of the moment of capture.

“Lines Written in Early Spring”

To her fair works did nature link

The human soul that through me ran;

And much it grieved my heart to think

What man has made of man.

Through primrose tufts, in that sweet bower,

The periwinkle trailed its wreaths;

And 'tis my faith that every flower

Enjoys the air it breathes.

William Wordsworth 1770 –1850

Ernst Yperlaan in invites you on a journey back to the mystical landscapes, captured through the lens of an artist deeply connected to nature. Inspired by the traditions of Dutch old masters, Ernst’s photographs offer more than just a visual escape from the relentless pace of modern life as they serve as a poignant reminder of our bond with the earth.
With a magical realist style, each image is a symbol of the beauty and fragility of our natural world. These landscapes, with their ethereal lighting and timeless composition, are both a celebration of nature’s purity and a solemn omen for the future. Ernst’s work speaks to the urgency of preserving our environment, reminding us that in reconnecting with the earth, we hold the power to safeguard it for generations to come.