French photographerPierre-Louis Ferrerhas established a niche for himself in infrared and ultraviolet photography.
So it was only natural that he bring along his modified mirrorless camera during a trip to Latvia.
This allowed him to enjoy the scenery of the Eastern European country and document it in a unique way.
The resulting images are an intriguing look at Latvia and, in particular, its national parks.
The natural environment was particularly inspiring for Ferrer.
His images play out this love affair with nature, as the portfolio avoids images of urban centers.
Ferrer was particularly impressed with the Kemeri National Park, which has bogs surrounded by incredible biodiversity.
This contrast of water and plant life makes for particularly appealing infrared imagery.
The French photographer is also intrigued by how the environment can overtake man-made buildings.
In Latvia, he explored an abandoned paper factory surrounded by pines.
Through his work, he hopes that others will also see the power of nature.
He explains, Nature is far stronger and smarter than we could think, adapting itself to our impact.
The true beauty and power of Latvia’s environment shine through in panoramic views of the forest.
Taken from observation towers that are open to hikers, the photographs are a beautiful look at the environment.
For Ferrer, the trip was a welcome change.
It was his first trip post-lockdown, making it a true breath of fresh air.
Pierre-Louis Ferrer used infrared photography to document his trip to Latvia.
He was particularly struck by the wealth of natural spaces in the small country.
Using a modified camera, his images transform the world into the colors of cotton candy.
From observation towers, he was able to take sweeping panoramas of the pine forest.
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