PhotographerJan Erik Waideris known for his exploration of Iceland’s magnificent landscape.

Fromincredible icebergstomysterious waterways, Waider brings out the best of his subjects.

The photographer’sGlacier River Bluesis a look at the abstract patterns created by these waterways.

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

At first glance, it’s not immediately clear what we’re looking at.

The rivers almost appear as inky markings along a canvas.

But as we learn more about Iceland’s rivers, their pathways become clear.

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

Along the way, they transport vital nutrients for the ecosystem in the form of sediment.

Waider has been exploring these fascinating rivers using drones and small planes for several years.

His expertise in seeking out compositions in abstract shapes is evident.

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

Sometimes, even the same river a few kilometers downstream.

While the images are calming, there is a lot of hard work that goes into producing them.

He often needs to go off-road or even fly a small plane to get what he’s after.

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

But judging from the results, all of the effort is well worth it.

Photographer Jan Erik Waider is fascinated by Iceland’s landscape.

He often takes aerial photos that follow the abstract shapes produced by Iceland’s glacier rivers.

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

I find their ephemeral and dynamic nature very captivating and inspiring.

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider

Aerial photo of rivers in Iceland by Jan Erik Waider