(Her Majesty's) Vastland
2018 – 2019
Driven by an intrepid spirit and with propulsion from an all-wheel-drive Subaru, de Meijer set out to document the raw and pristine landscapes of Aotearoa (New Zealand) throughout four seasons in 2018.
Countless hours were spent in the outdoors traversing rugged landscapes, scaling ridgelines, or navigating dense rain forests, often under less than ideal conditions, to capture the essence of its native beauty, resulting in a timeless fine art series that invites the viewer to step inside the frame and visualize the environment.
Ultimately New Zealand’s vastness and ever-changing yet timeless vistas construe a strong sense of solitude and tranquility: a refreshing change from hectic modern society, adding to its mystical allure.
Her Majesty’s Vastland is de Meijer’s first in between diapers series.
