4689.85 degrees kelvin: Kim Holtermand

Though the internet does not suffice for a good description of Mr. Holtermand's work, what we do know is he "is a freelance architectural and landscape photographer from Denmark [who] when he's not out taking mood epic photographs of architecture, Kim works as a fingerprint expert in The Crime Scene Unit of the Danish National Police." (Courtesy of Behance Network)

Now for my take on his work. Holtermand's predominantly yellow-tinged and subtlety minimalist wide angle scenes go beyond the mundane architectural work you'd expect to see. A bright yet muted color palate along with a strong sense of vertical (and occasionally diagonal lines) augment the sense of emptiness in his scenes.

Mr. Holtermand's masterful ability to make expansive seem miniature has been a large focus of my current landscapes. I believe this is because he carefully coordinates parts of his scene within the whole realm of the photograph. Everything is placed with almost mathematical precision. In addition to his excellent compositional skill I also hope draw from his levels of contrast: something I have been experimenting with both in camera and post process. Finding a healthy medium in contrast without loss of information nor the loss of the power contrast can create has been an ongoing struggle for me.

Overall, I take from Holtermand's work the understanding of developing both a style for which to draw success, but also, from his subject matter, keeping a keen eye open to applying my artistic style/ formula with whatever I shoot. Be less fleeting, if not in life, at least in photography.