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Karl Forterre
A dark and expansive night sky filled with countless stars and the Milky Way galaxy
A dark and expansive night sky filled with countless stars and the Milky Way galaxy

Photographs by Karl Forterre

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Selection

A dark and expansive night sky filled with countless stars and the Milky Way galaxyHistoric Cognac town hall with French flag, gardens, and blue sky in FranceIdyllic tree-lined dirt road in Moyemont, capturing natural beauty in summerPortrait of a confident man with glasses and a beard, smiling outdoorsSolitary lighthouse 'Le Loup' standing in misty sea, FranceA stunning close-up of a pink rose blossom showcasing its delicate petals and natural beautyBlack and white aerial view of a train at a railway station, showcasing urban transportationExplore the intricate design of Villandry Gardens in Centre-Val de Loire, FranceBeautiful twilight sky with a crescent moon and serene gradient of colorsA detailed close-up of a house sparrow perched on a stone, showcasing its natural plumageMajestic view of the neo-Gothic spires of Saint-André Church above Niort, FranceA detailed view of vibrant blue ocean waves creating an abstract aquatic texture, ideal for backgroundsElegant Gothic architecture of Abbey Le Mont-Saint-Michel with soaring arches and beautiful stained glass windowsA lush field of white and yellow wildflowers in full bloom, capturing nature's beautyElegant historic building facade in Angoulême, France, under a vivid blue skyA solitary seagull stands on a stone wall against a serene skyStriking view of a Paris skyscraper reaching into a dramatic cloudy skyA serene wooden bench surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage in a tranquil park settingA picturesque lighthouse on the rocky coast of Granville, France, under a cloudy skyClose-up of two gold wedding rings on fabric, accented with emerald gems, symbolizes commitment and loveBusy street view of Poitiers, France, showcasing modern and classic architectureA moody black and white photo of an empty rowboat surrounded by fallen autumn leaves on a calm lakeScenic view of stacked rocks forming a natural monument under a blue, cloudy skyCharming Romanesque church set amidst lush greenery in Buzy, France

Series

Total solar eclipse in GaliciaGalicia, Spain · 12 August 2026 · 6 photosThe gardens of VillandryVillandry, Loire Valley, France · Summer 2026 · 20 photosThe Universidad Laboral in GijónGijón, Asturias, Spain · 2026 · 9 photosThe Cathedrals coast at RibadeoRibadeo, Galicia, Spain · 2026 · 9 photosThe Way of St James in the BéarnBéarn, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France · Summer 2026 · 14 photosOssau ValleyOssau Valley, Béarn, France · Summer 2026 · 15 photosStarry nightsFrance and Spain · 2022 to 2026 · 11 photosLighthouses and tides, from Granville to Saint-MaloNormandy and Brittany, France · 8 photosTen days on the road, from Niort to northern SpainFrance and northern Spain · 10 to 19 August 2026 · 10 photosBordeaux and the Quinconces fountainsBordeaux, Gironde, France · 7 photos

Themes

Loire Valley château gardens24 photosSky and astrophotography22 photosClouds and sunsets38 photosNight photography25 photosMist and fog14 photosLandscapes and countryside47 photosVillages20 photosTrees and forests104 photosAutumn30 photosFlowers and macro105 photosSea and coast46 photosRivers, lakes and canals79 photosBridges30 photosArchitecture and heritage127 photosChurches and cathedrals58 photosCities and street scenes85 photosTransport14 photosPortraits52 photosEveryday life65 photosWedding7 photosProtests and activism11 photosAnimals87 photosBirds28 photosCats30 photosFood and drink35 photosCoffee and café terraces26 photosObjects and still life58 photosBlack and white84 photosAbstract backgrounds63 photos

Places

Basque Country15 photosAsturias11 photosGalicia30 photosCamino de Santiago16 photosPyrenees47 photosBordeaux6 photosNiort42 photosPoitiers and its surroundings65 photosMarais Poitevin wetlands17 photosLoire Valley33 photosCharente: Cognac and Angoulême19 photosParis13 photosNormandy and Brittany32 photosVosges, Lorraine and Alsace15 photos

Latest photos

Statue of Justice on the facade of Bilbao City HallNeo-Gothic facade and spire of Bilbao Cathedral in black and whiteLaboral Ciudad de la Cultura facade in black and white, GijónLaboral Ciudad de la Cultura campus seen from the sports fieldTowering stone columns viewed from below in dramatic black and whiteGrand atrium with Corinthian columns and a glass roof, black and whiteOrnate red and white villa on a wooded hillside in GijónLaboral tower and dome above trees in Gijón, AsturiasLaboral Ciudad de la Cultura complex in black and white, GijónThe Laboral tower seen past a tree and modern rooftops in GijónGijón skyline with the Laboral tower under cloudy skiesModern library interior with glass shelving in Gijón, Spain

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