{"id":728,"date":"2024-11-30T21:15:17","date_gmt":"2024-11-30T17:45:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/?p=728"},"modified":"2026-05-21T20:58:39","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T17:28:39","slug":"what-is-abstract-landscape-photography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/what-is-abstract-landscape-photography\/","title":{"rendered":"What is abstract landscape photography?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, I want to explore the question: What is <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-purple-color\">abstract landscape photography<\/mark><\/strong>? Unlike traditional landscape photography, abstract landscape photography does not attempt to present reality with complete clarity. Instead, it reduces visual information through blur, unusual composition, movement, light, texture, or abstraction in order to create ambiguity, atmosphere, and personal interpretation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Topics<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-understanding-abstract-landscape-photography\" data-level=\"2\">Understanding Abstract Landscape Photography<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-standards-that-we-must-violate-in-abstract-landscape-photography\" data-level=\"2\">The standards that we must violate in abstract landscape photography!!<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-deliberate-movement-of-the-camera-vs-keeping-it-still\" data-level=\"3\">Deliberate movement of the camera vs. keeping it still<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-not-using-the-horizon-line-in-the-images\" data-level=\"3\">Not using the horizon line in the images<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-extreme-low-or-high-exposure-is-effective-in-creating-abstract\" data-level=\"3\">Extreme low or high exposure is effective in creating abstract<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-abstract-seascape-photography\" data-level=\"3\">Abstract seascape photography<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-changing-typical-to-abnormal-composition\" data-level=\"3\">Changing typical to abnormal composition<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-using-reflections-in-landscape-images-to-create-abstracts\" data-level=\"3\">Using reflections in landscape images to create abstracts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-aerial-landscape-photography\" data-level=\"3\">Aerial landscape photography<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-conclusion\" data-level=\"2\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-sources\" data-level=\"2\">Sources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-understanding-abstract-landscape-photography\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Understanding Abstract Landscape Photography<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditional landscape photography usually follows principles such as sharp focus, balanced composition, accurate exposure, and visual clarity to present detailed, recognizable scenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like other forms of abstract photography, abstract landscape photography often moves away from direct realism in order to challenge the viewer\u2019s perception and imagination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-purple-color\">When viewers first encounter an abstract landscape image, they may not immediately recognize the subject. Gradually, shapes, textures, light, and composition begin to suggest possible interpretations that may differ from reality.<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/photography\/abstract-photography-gallery\/\">Abstract photography<\/a> often questions the viewer\u2019s perception of reality. For this reason, abstract landscape photography sometimes intentionally abandons precision, clarity, and conventional photographic structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all abstract landscape photographs are heavily blurred. In many cases, the image remains technically sharp while unusual composition, framing, texture, or perspective makes the subject difficult to recognize immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By reducing recognizable scenes to texture, contrast, shape, and tonal relationships, photography gradually enters the realm of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/category\/blog\/fine-art-abstract-photography\/\">fine art abstract photography<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-standards-that-we-must-violate-in-abstract-landscape-photography\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The standards that we must violate in abstract landscape photography!!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-deliberate-movement-of-the-camera-vs-keeping-it-still\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Deliberate movement of the camera vs. keeping it still<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While learning photography, we are usually taught to hold the camera steady and firmly in our hands to prevent the photo from blurring. This issue is a fundamental principle that includes landscape photography. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As scenes become wider and more complex, composition depends on balance, depth, and spatial relationships \u2014 key elements in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/category\/blog\/fine-art-landscape-photography\/\">fine art landscape photography<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, we intentionally violate this principle in <strong><em><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-purple-color\">abstract landscape photography<\/mark><\/em><\/strong> by adding some blur to the image. The goal is to make the image vague in the audience&#8217;s mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How much each image should be blurred is entirely a matter of taste. It depends on the subject and the photographer. You may even decide not to use this method for abstract photography and instead use the techniques I will describe later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-1.webp\" class=\"td-modal-image\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-1.webp\" alt=\"Create an abstract by moving the camera vertically\" class=\"wp-image-733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-1.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-1-630x420.webp 630w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-1-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-1-696x464.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Create an abstract by moving the camera vertically<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-impressionistic-landscape-photography\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Impressionistic landscape photography<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In impressionistic landscape photography, the photographer creates blurred and abstract images by moving the camera vertically or horizontally. At the same time, as the camera moves, the shutter speed is set to low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/gallery\/high-quality-landscape-photos\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-quality-landscape-photos.webp\" alt=\"High Quality Landscape Photos\" class=\"wp-image-892 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-quality-landscape-photos.webp 760w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-quality-landscape-photos-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-quality-landscape-photos-559x420.webp 559w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-quality-landscape-photos-80x60.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-quality-landscape-photos-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-quality-landscape-photos-696x523.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please take a look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/gallery\/high-quality-landscape-photos\/\">Fine Art Landscape Photos<\/a> Gallery to see more images<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Representational landscape photography is the opposite of abstract and impressionistic landscape photography because, unlike these two styles, it tries to present reality to the audience precisely as it is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-not-using-the-horizon-line-in-the-images\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Not using the horizon line in the images<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The horizon line is usually a permanent part of landscape photography. In abstract photography, it is generally removed. The camera angle is mostly downwards or upwards, like shooting clouds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-2.webp\" class=\"td-modal-image\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"417\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-2.webp\" alt=\"abstract landscape image\" class=\"wp-image-734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-2.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-2-300x179.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-2-150x89.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-2-696x415.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Camera angle towards the ground without a horizon line<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-extreme-low-or-high-exposure-is-effective-in-creating-abstract\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extreme low or high exposure is effective in creating abstract<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/landscape-photography-tips-for-beginners\/\">landscape photography<\/a>, in normal mode, the photographer tries to make the exposure proportional to the ambient light; in the abstract version, by contrast, there is a tendency to use too much or too little light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Too much or too little lighting helps to escape reality and make the image vague.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-3.webp\" class=\"td-modal-image\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-3.webp\" alt=\"Using too much light and too little light\" class=\"wp-image-735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-3.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-3-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-3-560x420.webp 560w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-3-80x60.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-3-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-3-696x522.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Using too much light and too little light<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-abstract-seascape-photography\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Abstract seascape photography<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The seaside is an excellent opportunity for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/abstract-photography\/\">abstract photography<\/a> of the landscape. The seascape in different situations is a perfect subject for abstracts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-4.webp\" class=\"td-modal-image\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"367\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-4.webp\" alt=\"Abstract seascape photo\" class=\"wp-image-736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-4.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-4-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-4-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-4-696x365.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Abstract seascape photo<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-changing-typical-to-abnormal-composition\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Changing typical to abnormal composition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can create an abstract from the landscape with an unusual composition without blurring. It is enough to take the camera toward the trees or bushes that it is difficult for the audience to determine the correct position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-5.webp\" class=\"td-modal-image\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-5.webp\" alt=\"The unusual composition of rocks\" class=\"wp-image-737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-5.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-5-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-5-630x420.webp 630w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-5-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-5-696x464.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The unusual composition of rocks<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/gallery\/abstract-photos-nature\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"756\" height=\"570\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/abstract-photos-of-nature.webp\" alt=\"Abstract Photos of Nature\" class=\"wp-image-890 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/abstract-photos-of-nature.webp 756w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/abstract-photos-of-nature-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/abstract-photos-of-nature-557x420.webp 557w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/abstract-photos-of-nature-80x60.webp 80w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/abstract-photos-of-nature-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/abstract-photos-of-nature-696x525.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 756px) 100vw, 756px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please take a look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/gallery\/abstract-photos-nature\/\">Abstract Pictures of Nature<\/a> Gallery to see more images<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-6-683x1024-1.webp\" class=\"td-modal-image\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-6-683x1024-1.webp\" alt=\"abstract landscape photography with tree and clouds\" class=\"wp-image-738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-6-683x1024-1.webp 683w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-6-683x1024-1-200x300.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-6-683x1024-1-280x420.webp 280w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-6-683x1024-1-150x225.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-lanscape-6-683x1024-1-300x450.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Abstract of trees and clouds<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-using-reflections-in-landscape-images-to-create-abstracts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using reflections in landscape images to create abstracts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reflection can create a beautiful abstract landscape if it covers a large part of the image. Reflections may exist in the scene or be created by software during editing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"344\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape.webp\" alt=\"abstract landscape photo\" class=\"wp-image-729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-300x147.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-150x74.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-696x342.webp 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The effect of reflection in abstract creation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-aerial-landscape-photography\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aerial landscape photography<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This style refers to high-altitude photography. The images obtained by this method from the coasts, mountains, and rivers can be considered abstract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photographers use drones or airplanes to take these photos. If you are climbing a high mountain by the sea, you will have an excellent opportunity to photograph the small islands near the coast in this style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-8.webp\" class=\"td-modal-image\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-8.webp\" alt=\"abstract aerial landscape photography\" class=\"wp-image-739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-8.webp 560w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-8-240x300.webp 240w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-8-336x420.webp 336w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-8-150x188.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-8-300x375.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">High-altitude photo of an island<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-7.webp\" class=\"td-modal-image\"><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"394\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-7.webp\" alt=\"Photo of trees in winter from high altitude\" class=\"wp-image-740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-7.webp 394w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-7-169x300.webp 169w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-7-236x420.webp 236w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-7-150x266.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/abstract-landscape-7-300x533.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 394px) 100vw, 394px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo of trees in winter from high altitude<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For abstract landscape photography, instead of following the standard principles of photography, you must create images by violating them so that the audience cannot find out the concept of the photo in the first place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-sources\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colesclassroom.com\/the-beauty-of-abstract-landscape-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">www.colesclassroom.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"246\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PDF_file_icon.png\" alt=\"PDF File\" class=\"wp-image-1122 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PDF_file_icon.png 200w, https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/PDF_file_icon-150x185.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Download this tutorial PDF for free: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsiminzar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/What-is-abstract-landscape-photography.pdf\">What is landscape abstract photography? 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