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A Rare Low Latitude Auroral Event January 22, 2026 “Auroras are not supposed to behave like this at this latitude.” Oosterbeek, where I live, is located at approximately 51.98 degrees north. This is a latitude where auroral activity is normally limited to faint glows low on the northern horizon, if it is visible at all. Clear overhead structures, distinct auroral bands, and a full auroral dome belong to far northern regions, not to a suburban field in the Netherlands surrounded […]

The Grey Trigger September 10, 2025 This past weekend I joined the dive team of Scuba World Arnhem for a trip to Zeeland. It turned into a weekend full of energy: great people, inspiring conversations, and a series of dives that offered both beauty and surprise. The absolute highlight was a truly rare encounter: The Grey Triggerfish (Balistes capriscus) in the Grevelingen. This species is considered highly unique in the Netherlands because it is a warm-water fish that normally does […]

Chasing life below the surface September 5, 2025 While most people associate spring with blooming flowers and birdsong, I found my seasonal rhythm a few meters below the surface. This year, my focus shifted to something smaller — and far more fragile. Over the course of several weeks, I dedicated my dives to observing the earliest life stages of fish: eggs, larvae, and the complex behaviors surrounding their development. Armed with my camera, I returned again and again to the […]

Back Online: A New Chapter for FotoFanatic september 1, 2025 After a period of silence, I’m excited to say: FotoFanatic is back online. Due to some technical challenges, FotoFanatic.nl was offline for a while—but during that time, I didn’t stop creating. In fact, this break gave me the chance to reflect, grow, and dive even deeper—quite literally—into the world of photography. One of the most exciting developments is that I’ve taken my photography below the surface. What started as a […]