In April 2018 I had the opportunity to travel back to my favourite place on earth. A wild, little group of 18 islands in the middle of the Atlantic ocean. Tucked away half way between Scotland and Iceland, not even a dot on the world map. The Faroe Islands.
I spent a week-long exploring the unknown places and creating short, cinematic episodes about my exploration of these locations with my camera.
What follows are thoughts, impression, words and ideas the Faroe Islands have left on me. Little words are needed for the Faroe Islands… and so I will mostly let the images speak for themselves.
This was my third visit to this place. As small and unimportant as they may seem, the islands have endless exploring to be done. There’s something special about this place that I still can’t quite put in words.
Maybe it was the remoteness, the unique culture, the dramatic landscapes or the harsh, unforgiving weather… maybe just a healthy mix of all of it. The Faroe Islands always leave me wanting for more. Even after this third visit, I’ve been considering a return trip.
Maybe it’s just the small size of this place. A place that, ultimately, I could explore every inch of and know inside out. If I really wanted.
And so I set out to explore the places I hadn’t been to. Places I hadn’t previously seen photos of. Places that I had marked with a little X after hours of exploring on satellite images, terrain maps… you name it.
Yes, one could say I’m rather obsessed with this place. In a good way. I hope.
The beauty of this place truly is just as much in the details as it is in the bigger picture.
Thanks for watching. I hope you enjoyed the episodes and images and that I have inspired you to go on your own little adventure. For all kinds of travel advice, tips and background info definitely be sure to check out the travel blog: thesandyfeet.com where we shared a bunch of useful information for your first trip to the Faroes.
Thanks for the LIVE feed today (June 15th), and your comments about carrying/using a tripod. I’m headed to the Faroes and afterward Iceland in a few weeks, travelling by bicycle and camera for 2 months. While planning and preparing for this, I’ve watched your videos and visited your website and appreciate their beauty and honesty. Now checking out your ‘sandy feet’ site. Thanks again. (Instagram: ironknee_nor)
Thanks for tuning in Derek,
Enjoy your trip to the Faroes. Definitely check out international photographer (.com) for photographers maps and road books on the Faroes + Iceland. He’s got you covered for sure!
Always love the videos especially as I also use olympus so you showcase what is possible. Could you maybe give an idea what a two week trip would normally cost on the islands as camping does not really look like much fun in these conditions. Looking forward to more videos maybe more of the UK’s? Also any plans for workshops?
Ingo @is1971de instagram
Thanks for the comment Ingo!
I reckon you can budget between 150-200 EUR/day for the Faroe Islands. It all depends on how many meals you want to cook and how many you want to eat out. Check out https://thesandyfeet.com for some tips and travel guides to the Faroes. You might find that useful.
As for workshops: I’m announcing a whole range of workshops in the coming weeks. Stay tuned! (best subscribe to my YouTube channel and Email Newsletter to not miss out. Faroes Islands will definitely be back on the list in 2019).
Cheers,
Chris
Hello,
Thanks for the great Report and the great Pictures.
Greetings, Jens
Thanks Jens!