Sundhnúkagígar 
Volcano Iceland

new earth forming

The Sundhnúkagígar Volcano Iceland Collection is a curated series of volcano prints. Each meticulously crafted to capture the awe-inspiring beauty and raw power of one of Iceland’s most dramatic landscapes.

Each print is produced in the UK at a pioneering carbon-negative lab. Therefore, ensuring both exceptional quality and environmental responsibility.

This collection of volcano prints features stunning photographs that showcase the dynamic and often unpredictable nature of volcanoes. As well as highlighting the dramatic interplay of light, ash, and molten lava.

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography an aerial drone shot of iceland, flying above a beautiful blue ocean towards the land

This collection reminds us of the powerful and ever-changing planet we inhabit.

Take to the skies to see new land being formed

journey to the wildest of edges….

Above a volcanic eruption in Iceland….

Ever since studying geography at university, I have nurtured a lifelong dream to witness the raw power of a volcano firsthand. My fascination with the natural world led me to follow Icelandic volcanology and seismology closely. Delving into the intricate dance between earth’s fiery interior and the landscapes we see today.

The volatile beauty of volcanoes, particularly those that shape and define the rugged landscapes of Iceland, has always captivated me. Drawing me toward their raw beauty.

I had booked to travel to Iceland for my 40th birthday and a week before we set off this eruption started. As much as I was anticipating being able to fulfil a personal dream I was also deeply aware of the poignant reminder of the delicate balance between human communities and the forces of nature.

This eruption, fortunately north of the inhabited area of Grindavik, a small fishing town, highlighted the stark realities faced by those living in the shadow of such unpredictability.

The fragility of the relationship between people and planet

Since 10th November 2023, Grindavik has endured the brunt of ongoing earthquakes, land deformation, and eruptions. Events that underscore the vulnerability of human settlements in the face of nature’s power.

In my stories and photography, I often explore the impact of humans on nature, but here, the narrative was reversed, revealing how deeply humans are impacted by the very environment they inhabit.

This experience deepened my understanding and empathy towards those who live with the constant reminder of the earth’s power and that we are alive during the smallest of dots on the geological timeline to witness this!

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, three volcanoes with clouds of thick smoke rising above into the air

Behind the scenes video

captured by rubina Blackwell

 I’m incredibly grateful to the amazing soul that is Rubina for capturing such incredible footage on her phone and for sharing it with me to share here too.

The video gives a little insight into the power of the eruption. As we circled above it, feeling the intensity of it’s heat building!

Sundhnúkagígar Volcano Iceland

a curated collection of volcano prints

Images are proudly printed to order on sustainable Hahnemühle bamboo paper. At the UK’s first fine art and photographic printing service that is 100% end-to-end carbon neutral.

10% of profits are donated to Whale Wise.

Order online here and prints are delivered to your door within 5-7 working days.

Price includes printing and delivery. You may incur customs charges if you order outside the UK.

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, a mock up image of one of the volcano prints framed and hung on a white brick wall above a desk
Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, an aerial close up shot of black volcanic rock with bright orange lava flowing out

patterns painted by lava flow

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, a close up aerial shot of a large bubbling volcanic black rock, inside you can see bright orange lava and a thick cloud of smoke rising above into the air

bubbling cone

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, an aerial shot of three active volcano cones with bright orange lava and volcanic smoke clouds rising in the air

lava explosion

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, an aerial shot flying above a large black volcanic rock, you can see bright orange lava spilling out flowing down the rock like a river, above the volcano is a cloud of smoke

lava river

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, aerial shot flying above a large black volcanic rock with five craters of bright orange lava with thick clouds of smoke rising into the air

five craters

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, an aerial shot flying above a large black volcanic rock, you can see bright orange lava spilling out flowing down the rock like a river, above the volcano is a cloud of smoke

new earth flow

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, aerial shot of active volcanos with bright orange lava and clouds of smoke rising above

the crater chain

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, aerial shot of active volcanos with bright orange lava and clouds of smoke rising above the craters

south west crater chain

Volcanic eruptions remind us that the story of our planet is one that is constantly evolving

Big love!

Gratitude for a great experience.

These images wouldn’t have been possible without the absolute skill of the pilots at Reykjavik Helicopters. They were a joy to book and fly with. I felt so lucky to get a seat as it was such a busy time for bookings. The whole process was easy. Paying on arrival before we flew and they helped to make a lifelong dream of mine come true.

Sundhnúkagígar  Volcano Iceland Fine Art Print Collection by Rebecca Douglas Photography, a female photographer flying in a helicopter, looking out the window of the helicopter you can see ocean and land in Iceland, infront of the window you can see the helicopter pilot

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