Stykkisholmur, a photo from Snaefellsnessysla, Vesturland

Photographer's Note

I can't believe its taken me 4 years to post this Church.

Its so typical of Iceland, unique and stylistic architecture.

This is an abstract version of the Church...my next post I will show a more natural image so you can see how it looks in its landscape.

This Church is suppose to emulate the shapes and forms of a glacier.

There are a few photos of it on TE, but not many, as its not on the typical route that tourists take. Most people visiting Iceland will not venture out here. I put the church on the Map view if you're interested.

The title of the photo Stykkisholmur, is the name of this small town in western Iceland, with a population of 1195 in 2017.

Fis2, holmertz, ikeharel, Royaldevon, pierrefonds, jean113, jhm, worldcitizen, PaulVDV, COSTANTINO, jemaflor, mcmtanyel heeft deze opmerking als nuttig gemarkeerd

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Fis2 (170885) 2021-03-02 0:47

Witaj Craig!
A very interesting building, church makes impression.
Excellent framint, symetry and colors.
I like turret.
Well done.
Warm regards.
Krzysztof

holmertz (102800) 2021-03-02 0:49

Hello Craig,
This church is not as famous as the cathedral in Reykjavik but almost as spectacularly designed. There are a few photos posted on TE earlier, but I think this is the first that strictly focuses on the original shape. It makes me imagine I am standing on the upper deck of a ship looking at the bow. Maybe that was the architect's intention.
Best regards,
Gert

lousat (139342) 2021-03-02 1:03

Hi Craig,in fact this church isn't a must in the touristic trips,and i lost a visit there during my vacation there. The style reminds a bit the main church of Reykjavik,but too minimal. I like a lot the perfect symmetry of this front view and the perfect exposure too. Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano

ikeharel (113453) 2021-03-02 1:28

A famous architecture jewel, Craig, taken from a fair distance but shows well the beslls and wooden door at the entrance.
Though contrast was prevailed by the "washed" sky aloft, the picture is clear and distinct.
Have a nice new day,
Ike

pajaran (116011) 2021-03-02 1:43

Pozdrav.
lep pogled, dobar teskt ...
Dobro pokazano sa lepim bojama i kontrastom.
Lepa Crkva.
Zelim vam sve najbolje.
Paja.

Royaldevon (85932) 2021-03-02 2:05

Hello Craig,

Yes, this church has been posted before but not from this angle, which you have chosen, to emphasise its long, smooth lines. It looks to have open arms, waiting to enfold everyone and draw them inside.
You have certainly made an excellent job of this symmetrical composition.

Just think, without surfing your archives, this could have remained hidden for another 4 years!

Have a good day,
Bev :-)

Silvio1953 (221751) 2021-03-02 3:26

Ciao Craig, great view of fantastic city, and original architecture, splendid light, fine details, excellent clarity and wonderful colors, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

pierrefonds (114556) 2021-03-02 4:47

Hi Craig,

The church is impressive. The point of view is showing the details of the architecture of the church. It is clear and precise. Have a nice day.

Pierre

jean113 (27895) 2021-03-02 8:44

Hello Craig, this is a building that once seen you would never forget it.
I agree with Gert, one can imagine standing on a ship looking towards the bow, and sea all around!
I was surprised to read how small a population the town has; very impressive to have such a distinctive church.
Thanks for sharing, kind regards, Jean.

jhm (211736) 2021-03-02 9:41

Hello Craig,

This is the first time that I see this church, the architect has a nice inspiration then with this model. I am not a modern drawiner but I've many respect for the man.
Also the colours are perfect photographed.
Very well done, TFS

Regards,
John.

ktanska (44814) 2021-03-02 9:55

Hi Craig,
Again a super wide angle gives special impression of architecture. And no doubt this church is quite special anyway. It is surprising how such a modern masterpiece can be found on the edge of nowhere in Iceland.
Kari

Tue (92482) 2021-03-02 11:54

Hello Craig,
A beautiful photo of this modern church. The smooth shapes are really appealing and I like the strong symmetry here. Also the gentle sunlight is very pleasant here.
Lars

worldcitizen (16106) 2021-03-02 12:49

Hello Craig,
This is very cool architecture, and I like the wooden doors and large windows, too. I can even see some reflections of what look like mountains in the glass. Iceland has some funky buildings. :-) Take care!

PaulVDV (62978) 2021-03-02 15:50

Hello Craig,
Remarkable to find such a daring design for a church in such a remote place of the island.
Apart from the bell tower, I would never think of a church when I saw your picture.
Wonderful symmetrical representation.
Best regards, Paul

ifege (48183) 2021-03-02 21:30

Hi Craig
I am not normally enamoured by modern church architecture but this one does have style. A good panoramic view of it.
cheers
Ian

COSTANTINO (116604) 2021-03-02 21:34

Hello dear Craig and have a nice day
a great photo with great symmetry!!!
the beauty is into the simplicity..
its so typical of Iceland..
regards
Costantino

jemaflor (147248) 2021-03-02 23:19

Hi Craig,
Nice photo and original architecture, good frame and symmetry, perfect sharpness, in b&w the presentation would be interesting and photogenic, I imagine, tfs.

GyurMaster (24840) 2021-03-03 5:06

Hello Craig,

Another excellent architectural shot. It is simply, but it obviously works well.

Best Wishes,
Gy

mcmtanyel (68647) 2021-03-14 14:50

Hello Craig,
Good to know that you are still around. How is that baby boy doing these days?
Very interesting shape, nicely shown.
Regards,
MT

jmdias (115280) 2021-06-04 16:24

craig

the map of this island looks like a dragon and the church is in one of its arms. marvelous modernist shapes and you got an excellent angle to show it.

take care

jorge