Iceland on Ozzie Gundy

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 10:16:01 -0400

Icebergs break from the Vatnajokull Glacier, drifting through the lagoon before making their way to the Atlantic. The weather in Iceland is fickle, giving us fog for the morning while we were there. Originally annoyed by the lack of visibility, I’m kind of digging the softness that the fog created in the photos.

With the view of the icebergs obscured, we took to walking about the lagoon. Really like these shots, not sure they would have stood out if not for the fog.

Skaftafell signage.

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:55:32 -0400

Skaftafell. Svinafellsjokull. Freysnes / Svinafell. Think that says it all.

Signpost on the path to / from Skaftafell in Iceland.

Skaftafell.

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:15:00 -0400

Back to Iceland, still have more than a few photos to post.

On this morning, we started with a short walk / hike to a glacier in Skaftafell. It was our first glacier and we were well separated from it by some exceptionally muddy water … may need to get a little closer on our next visit.

While the blue of the ice was exceptional, the muddy water felt like it detracted from the images when we got a little closer so I went with a monochrome treatment.

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach.

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 15:28:06 -0400

Leaving Skogur, we headed further east to our next stop, Reynisfjara. Never been to a black-sand beach before and, truth be told, the waves were a little too dangerous (damn sneaker waves) to venture into the sand so it was more of a black-stone experience.

You can see a hint of the Hálsanefshellir Cave and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks on the edges of the last pic. Sadly, the conditions at the time made for a brief visit. Guess we’ll have to go back. What a shame ;)

Skogar.

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:00:05 -0400

After spending some time at Skogafoss, we ventured next door to the Skogur Museum and had a fun little history lesson before wandering around the village right out back. While the homes were small with a very distinct earthy smell, the view was, like all views in Iceland, amazing.

Skogafoss Waterfall.

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 11:09:08 -0400

Our first “traditional” waterfall visit on our Iceland trip. Beautiful and a little damp but hey, it’s a waterfall. One of the largest waterfalls in Iceland, Skogafoss clocks in at 25 meters wide with a roughly 60 meter drop. While we didn’t climb the stairs to the observation deck, we did fill some water bottles for the road (we were told it was safe and it certainly seems to have been). Legend has it that a Viking treasure was secreted away in a cave behind the waterfall, leaving only a metal ring behind before vanishing once discovered. That same metal ring is on display in the adjacent museum.

Leading up to the falls …

Skogafoss …

The bench (I have a thing for bench photos) …

Friðheimar tomato farm.

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 16:44:17 -0400

One of the more unexpected things we experienced during our visit to Iceland was the Friðheimar tomato farm. After spending all morning in the cold, the geothermal warmth of the greenhouse was very much welcome. While typically not a fan of tomato soup, this was game changing. Paired up with some fresh made bread and a tomato beer (sounds weirder than it tasted), it was the perfect lunch. We found it to be so profoundly good that we ordered four jars for Christmas. Shipping was a bitch but it was well worth it.

Minor stages of Iceland.

Sun, 18 May 2025 12:34:08 -0400

Back to some photos from our 2024 Iceland trip.

After visiting Thingvellir National Park, we moved to the Gullfoss Waterfall. While Thingvellir was crisp and cold, Gullfoss was next level cold with the introduction of the wind and moisture. Traveling further east, things were a little more neutral (there is a lot of this landscape) until we reached the Geysir Geothermal Park. Less windy, just as moist but parts of the ground were boiling. The natural range of Iceland is breathtaking.

Gullfoss Waterfall

Neutral Ground

Geysir Geothermal Park

Thingvellir National Park.

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 17:20:00 -0400

First full day, waking up in Iceland. It was so very early with so little sleep and so little warmth … but was so very beautiful. The previous afternoon was spent exploring Reykjavík, now we were venturing out into the wilderness. First stop, the Thingvellir National Park. Literally translated to “Assembly Plains”, the park exists between tectonic plates and is approximately 92 square miles in size, slowly expanding by 2.5cm each year. Turn your head to the left, yeah, that’s the North American tectonic plate … insane.

Skolavordustigur Street.

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 12:36:00 -0400

Per the Icelandic Travel Guide, Skolavordustigur is a scenic pedestrian street in Reykjavik with some of the city’s best restaurants, bars, and shops. Unfortunately, schedules and COVID got in the way of us exploring.

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Colorful houses.

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 15:16:00 -0400

Taken while touring downtown Reykjavik on our first day in Iceland. Not exactly sure what it is about it that made me take the photo (and later post it) … just sort of cool. Maybe things don’t need reasons.

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Monument to the Unknown Bureaucrat.

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 15:08:00 -0400

Sculpted by Magnús Tómasson in 1994, located just outside the Reykjavik Official Tourist Information Center, stands the Monument to the Unknown Bureaucrat. All business downstairs, a huge slab of Icelandic basalt upstairs.

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Drop in.

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 12:18:00 -0400

Meanwhile, in downtown Reykjavik.

Only able to spend a little time in the city but this feels like some good advice … drop in. Hoping to get back there again soon, spend a little more time exploring the city.

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Perlan dome.

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 11:55:00 -0400

Forgot to post this one from the Perlan Museum before moving along further into Reykjavik.

Straight shot from the camera, no edits.

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Hallgrimskirkja photo.

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 15:11:00 -0400

While poking about the less populated places within the Hallgrimskirkja Cathedral, found these beautiful black and white photos hung in the one side hall.

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Hallgrimskirkja arches.

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 12:38:00 -0400

Spent some time in the Hallgrimskirkja cathedral in Reykjavik, Iceland. Took a moment to break from the group and explore the less frequented bits … like this lovely little side hall.

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Hallgrimskirkja ceiling.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:09:00 -0400

Switching locations to the Hallgrimskirkja cathedral in Reykjavik, Iceland. Never has there been a more viking looking thing. Pretty awe inspiring from the outside, then I looked up from within and saw this.

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Perlan Deck.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:58:00 -0400

Shot from the Perlan Museum observation deck of the Perlan Museum observation deck. Some dramatic editing to enhance the metallic drama.

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Perlan viewer.

Sat, 28 Dec 2024 13:19:00 -0400

Day one on our trip to Iceland, we visited the Perlan Museum in Reykjavik. There was just something about the retro industrial look of the viewer. Not sure which version I prefer. The black and white version gives the metal a glow that I really like while the color version using one of the Leica Looks create such a cool retro vibe that I sort of dig, too.

Perlan compass.

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 13:06:00 -0400

Day one on our trip to Iceland, we visited the Perlan Museum in Reykjavik. This compass stood out in the clear crisp air while out on the observation deck.

Self portrait in Iceland.

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 14:56:00 -0400

Taken in Iceland a few weeks back, I remember it being really cold and me being annoyed by camera settings … think I accidentally nailed the “annoyance” vibe. Flattering? No. Makes me smile? Yes.