19th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Altered Images
Diamonds in the sand

These diamonds are not forever. Diamond Beach takes its name from the glittering icebergs scattered across its shore like a field of diamonds. These stunning pieces of ice were once part of the glacier. After breaking away, the ice blocks are slowly floating in Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon before ending up in the sea. It was a feast for the eyes to see these beautiful gems contrasting with the black volcanic beach. The frost highlighted the ripples in the sand.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 12.2020
Date Uploaded: 11.2021
Photo Location: Iceland
Camera: Canon EOS R5
Copyright: © Erika Valkovicova