The Mountain and the Stones was captured during an unforgettable road trip across Iceland, on one of the windiest days imaginable. As gusts threatened to knock me off my feet and sweep away my camera, I managed to hold steady long enough to immortalize this breathtaking scene. The rugged, volcanic rocks in the foreground provide a dramatic contrast to the snow-draped mountains in the background, with moody clouds casting shadows across the peaks. The stark black-and-white tones remind me of the legendary work of Ansel Adams, whose influence on my love for landscape photography is undeniable. This image encapsulates both the raw beauty of Iceland's landscape and the resilience needed to capture such moments.