When it comes to subject matter there can be few more inspiring for a photographer than the scenery and wildlife of Scotland.
However, it takes someone with that little bit more magic to elevate those pictures even further to the realms of the truly magical.
And that's where Tomasz Szatewicz comes in, the full-time photographer and photography tutor who has been creating some of the most incredible pictures of Scotland that we've seen in a good while.
Shooting all over the country, Tomasz, who is also a graphic designer and hobbyist music composer, uses his over three decades worth of experience to capture stunning photos of popular landmarks like the Glenfinnan Monument and Castle Stalker, alongside beautiful natural locations such as the Old Man of Storr on Skye and Ben Nevis.
"My interest in photography began during primary school," explained the 44-year-old. "When I used to take photographs with analogue film cameras and spent many hours processing films and prints in old fashioned darkrooms.
"I have gained a MA degree in Fine Arts and worked for years as a graphic designer but always felt photography was the medium that fascinates me the most and it can be combined with my great love for outdoors, nature and hiking, away from the computer screen."
Since then, his passion has grown over the years and led him to create professional photography for his Land of Light website under the names 'Land of Light Photography' and 'Inverness Photography'.
This led to great feedback from viewers and followers around the world, meaning requests for workshops and other photo services has transformed his hobby into full-time job that he says he is still incredibly passionate about.
Regularly sharing his thrilling photos online, he has built up quite a following for the images of places like Loch Ness, the Cairngorms and Caithness.
He said: "The reaction has been pretty incredible, to be honest. I started as a completely unknown person, without a recognizable name or companies/sponsors behind me but it seems that there is some 'value' in my work that attracts and speaks to many thousands of people from around the globe who follow and enjoy it very much.
"The internet and social media platforms allowed me to share my work with the world and I would like to thank every person who purchases my work, takes part in my workshops, commented, liked and/or shared my work with others, it wouldn't be possible to continue what I do without them."
So what makes Scotland such a special place for creating these beautiful photographs?
For the Inverness-based photography expert, the answer is an easy one: "The diversity in landscapes, ever-changing weather, light, colours and textures make it unique and constantly inspiring.
"From mountains and glens through moors, forests and lochs to the coastline, it offers an array of fantastic locations."
And more importantly, all of which can be reached within a couple of hours from his base in Inverness.
He added: "After all the years that I spent exploring and photographing Scottish landscapes it still makes my 'jaw drop' very often."
When queried about his favourites of all the Scottish locations he has covered, the talented snapper admits that he loves them all, adding that so long as he is outdoors when the "magic happens" he is a happy bunny.
So what advice does he have for those who are starting out on their own photography journey?
"Get ready for the weather, checking forecasts and planning in advance is essential," Tomasz states. "But then, don't be disappointed if weather has its own plans and turns unpredictable within minutes!
"Don't give up too easily, multiple visits will increase your chances to capture some amazing moments and conditions. It's not about the big cameras, expensive lenses and super skills, as long as YOU enjoy it that's the most important bit, you will get better with time!"
You can find more of Tomasz's work and catch up with him on his www.landoflight.co.uk website.
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