“I love photographing anything that catches my eyes!”

Icecap in South Greenland
Daily writing prompt
What do you enjoy doing most in your leisure time?

One of the things I absolutely love doing in my leisure time is capturing photos of everything that catches my eye. Living in the stunning landscapes of Greenland has amplified this passion, as the natural beauty here is truly breathtaking! With the magnificent icecap, awe-inspiring icebergs, vibrant sunsets, enchanting sunrises, and mesmerizing Northern Lights, I am continually inspired to take pictures of everything around me! Over the years, I’ve amassed thousands of photographs spanning more than forty years, with the last 13 years dedicated to the wonders of Greenland.

Northern Lights


There is just something wonderful about nature that I find impossible to resist. I want to sit amongst it, connect with it, and fully embrace the awe-inspiring beauty all around me. Here in Greenland, there truly is no place like this stunning country. Most of it remains unspoiled, and the Inuit people have dedicated centuries to protecting it while living harmoniously with nature.

The photo above of the Northern Lights was taken while we were exploring the enchanting wilderness. In that remote location, there are no distractions from cell service or city lights, allowing us to fully appreciate what nature has to offer. We embark on boat trips that typically take two or three hours to reach our destination, where we relish spending a night under the stars before moving on to the next beautiful spot. Hunting, fishing, hiking, and enjoying the wonders of nature fill our days. I absolutely cherish these adventures because they allow us to escape the hustle and bustle of the world, immersing ourselves in the incredible beauty of the outdoors. No phone, no internet, just nature in all her magnificent glory!

Iceberg

Even in the small town we live in there are ways to enjoy nature. During the winter months when the lake freezes, we are able to hike across the lake and enjoy it in ways that can’t be enjoyed when the lake is free of ice. A lot of times we’ll take our dog with us so that we can hike across while the weather is behaving and the sun is at the right angle along with the temperature being just right with no wind! Perfect time for a hike! So basically taking photos and enjoying nature are what I love doing during my leisure time.

These photos showcase only a fraction of what I capture here in South Greenland. I have a genuine passion for documenting every remarkable sight I encounter.

Published by Living Greenland

My name is Katy and I have been living in South Greenland since August 2011. I was born in Charleston, South Carolina, raised in Florida, and migrated to South Greenland through marriage. I am married to an amazing Greenlandic man living 60º N - about 670 km south of the Arctic Circle. I am a master gardener of 50 years. I started my love of ornamental gardening at the young age of 11. My paternal aunt gave me my first cutting and told me how to plant it. She also showed me some simple crochet stitches and sent me home with a cutting of coleus and a crochet hook with some yarn. At eleven it was like taking home a prize. Little did I know what would happen because of that. I learned how to sew my own clothing during my teenage years and that sewing has flowed over into me learning how to be a quilt maker. I love to take photographs of everything that catches my eye. I have thousands of photos. I am in love with icebergs. I don't think I will ever tire of seeing them and taking photos of them. The Greenland landscape is magnificent and it never disappoints. I also love to crochet as well as cook. I love making up my own recipes and serving them up to my "Heart Light" for test tasting. He is such a trooper. For the most part, he loves everything I've made. I'm a summer tourist guide and love it when fellow Americans come to visit us so that I can tell them about Greenland and most of the time I always tell our story since it's so special. I have 3 adult children and 4 grandchildren. I have grown to love Greenland as much as I love my home country USA. Greenland is like no other place and I will write lots about it and share photographs as well. I also love music and movies as well and I like to read. I will also be sharing blogs about quilt-making and other subjects that I'm involved with.

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