Atlantikwall – Joeri van Veen

Pentax 67II – the 6×7 film photography beast

January 26, 2026

The Pentax 67II: a behemoth whose mirror is larger than the one in my bathroom. Is it any good? Is there a digital version or option? No, but that’s not what it’s about…

Bunkers in IJmuiden

November 23, 2025

Some cool photos of the Atlantikwall near IJmuiden, ie graffiti-ridden bunkers in the dunes. Is this the start of a new series? Or should I quit without even trying to get ahead?

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