PhotographerHeiko Gerlicherhas always had a love for the forest.

In fact, it’s such an inspiration that it’s the landscape photographer’s main subject.

His latest seriesHoar Frostallows snow-covered trees to become shining stars, as their icy leaves create marvelous patterns.

Winter Forest Scenery

A look at his portfolio is like stepping into a magical winter wonderland plucked from a fairy tale.

You never know exactly what to expect, he tells My Modern Met.

At first glance, it is not easy to spontaneously discover interesting motifs in the forest.

Winter Path Leading Through the Woods

But once you get involved in the forest, a cornucopia of motifs spreads out in front of you.

In addition, everything in the forest is constantly changing.

The unique opportunities presented by the forest are part of what attracts Gerlicher.

Snow Covered Evergreen Trees

In looking through the photographs, one realizes just what fertile ground the forest provides for the imagination.

Gerlicher hopes that his work will inspire others to appreciate the beauty that surrounds them.

I want to show the beauty and fragility of the trees and forests with my pictures.

Snowy Trees in the Woods

Photographer Heiko Gerlicher is deeply inspired by the forest.

His seriesHoar Frostshows the diverse beauty of winter in the woods.

With leaves and branches covered in ice, the trees create marvelous natural patterns.

Hoar Frost by Heiko Gerlicher

Snow Covered Trees

Snow Covered Evergreen Trees

Tree Covered with Frost

Hoar Frost by Heiko Gerlicher

Snow Covered Winter in the Woods

Snow Covered Evergreen Trees

Moody Winter Environment

Hoar Frost by Heiko Gerlicher

Winter Forest Photography

Big Tree with Long Branches Covered in Snow

Tree in the Woods Covered with Snow

Hoar Frost by Heiko Gerlicher

Hoar Frost by Heiko Gerlicher

Tree Branches Covered with Snow

Snow Covered Trees