Nest
Nest is a modular travelling photo exhibition and live image selection process showcasing selected photographs by Daniel Glaser, which were created in the years 2018 - 2023. These works, which include landscape-, nature- and documentary photography, are part of the book project 'Grrreat Outlook', currently in the works. Nest, initially conceived as a single exhibition, has developed into a sub-review that continuously changes the place of presentation, the works shown and thus its overall appearance.
General info
This project is ongoing.
Project details
Daniel Glaser — Nest, 2023 - present
/ 25 digital photographs
/ 12 UV direct prints on 5mm Forex, 60x90 cm
/ 13 UV direct prints on 5mm Forex, 90x60 cm
/ 1 UV direct print on 5mm Forex, 150x100 cm
/ 8 racks, wood, 245x2400x35 mm
/ 1 Zine, 56 pages, perfect bound, signed, stamped
/ 2x2 info panels on 5mm Forex, 60x90 cm
/ 500x1 info flyer, 210x105 mm, +PDF
/ 500x1 info folder, 210x297 mm, + PDF
/ 1x technical rider, PDF
Exhibitions
Grüne Auszeit, Unterweickenhof (August 17-20, '23)
Hammermühle, Hohenburg (August 11-15, '23)
Hammerschloss, Traidendorf (July 9-23, '23)
Backyard Neuhaussaal, Velburg (June 15, '23)
Schweppermannsburg, Pfaffenhofen (May 15, '23)
Disciplines
Landscape Photography, Nature Photography, Documentary Photography
Custom prints
All photographs shown on this page are available as signed, limited edition, prints. For all enquiries please contact the studio.
Related work
The photographs
The photographs presented at Nest were mainly taken within a radius of about 70 kilometers from Pfaffenhofen near Kastl, where the photographer lives. During several hours of photography and exploratory hikes, Daniel Glaser collects photographic impressions of the most diverse aspects of the surrounding, mainly rural area. Gradually, this results in an ever more comprehensive overall picture with a diverse thematic focus.
Image information
Nest Nr. 1
This photo is one of my personal favorite shots of the last few years and is part of my upcoming exhibition 'NEST'. It was created very spontaneously during a photo shoot with a befriended family last year. What I particularly like about it, aside from the obvious and the fact that it was practically created behind my house, is that it combines several thematic focuses of my book project 'Grrreat Outlook'.
Nest Nr. 2
This is 'Snake', a red-tailed hawk who lives at the wildlife sanctuary 'Das Nest'. This photo was taken in 2022 during one of several visits to the sanctuary and will be on display at my exhibition 'NEST' as a UV photo print (40 cm x 60 cm). The fact that the name of the sanctuary is also 'Nest', like the title of my upcoming exhibition, is actually pure coincidence. A very appropriate one though. Snake's name apparently comes from the fact that the little bully can sometimes be, shall we say, 'unpredictable'. Which I only found out after I had already (extensively) approached our feathered friend with the camera. It might be time to pay Snake another visit soon and thank him for his patience in being portrayed.
Nest Nr. 3
There are places that just magically attract me, this is one of them, even if (or precisely because) it may seem unusual at first glance. Surrounded by several of my favorite places, this spot itself is like a hub where many things that fascinate me are bundled. As vehicles rush by on the bridge, the plaza below exudes a surreal peacefulness, almost cathedral-like, with its rugged, utilitarian architecture cutting through the landscape. In the adjacent area you will also find all kinds of wild animals, e.g. deers, foxes and rabbits take refuge, which apparently also like to show themselves regularly. While the brute concrete building impresses with its sheer size and inevitably shows you the influence of humans on nature, the place feels like a diorama to me because it contains many landscape phenomena in micro format. A small stream flows under the bridge (which flows into one of my favorite rivers), right next to the bridge there is a mini bog and there is a small artificial plateau (this is where the photo was taken) which reminds me of the typical mountainous and hilly landscape that is typical for our area here. It's one of those inspiring places where I can spend hours exploring and photographing, losing all sense of time and at the same time, one new idea pops up one after the other.
Nest Nr. 4
A snapshot I took on the way to one of my longer photo hikes. While mobility is a big issue where I live, I have a real soft spot for old American cars, I love their design. What I found remarkable was the difference in size between this Chrysler taxi and the BMW, which I don't find small in itself. The fact that the taxi in the picture protrudes from the shadows due to its overall length further reinforces the contrast in the size of the two cars.
Nest Nr. 5
A key image from the 'May I Ask Your Name' photo series, taken in 2019 during the ongoing conversion and renovation measures at the current police academy in Kastl. The former site of the Hungarian-European high school, where I went to school for nine years, as a construction site, offered the opportunity for several years of photographic experiments ranging thematically between change, transience and renewal.
Nest Nr. 6
One of those seemingly inconspicuous, hidden spots that are easy to miss when not on foot, in this case sunk down next to a road that connects two smaller towns. There was something very soothing about watching the small boat swaying slowly in the water. Whether the spot on the river is also suitable for swimming remains to be explored in summer.
Nest Nr. 7
What started as a fun, impromptu on-site photoshoot during a photo assignment in the summer of 2022 turned into an almost week-long documentary of a private construction site. This 'lucky shot' of the spider is one of my favorite photos from what may have been the hottest summer days I've ever experienced here. Hats off to all craftsmen who work at full throttle during such heat waves.
Nest Nr. 8
One step to the left opens up a view of wide agricultural areas, one step to the right and a 15 meter deep abyss awaits you. For me, this photo, taken in February 2023 at a nearby quarry with the small strip of unspoilt nature that has been preserved, is a symbol of how people deal with their environment, an expression of the regenerative power of nature and a successful example of harmonious coexistence of people and nature. While quarries have always fascinated me, this disused area particularly stands out with its lively character. Across the entire site, it is evident how the plant world is reclaiming its space, as is the animal world, and people have also made friends with the topographically interesting site after the industrial use of the site.
Nest Nr. 9
What I like about abandoned industrial sites is less the Lost Place vibe and more the potential that can reside in such a place — the contemplation of what one could make of such a place. One of those places is this abandoned quarry that has been left to its own devices for quite some time. Every visit there brings inspiration and a wealth of new ideas in me. In the case of this photo, there was a certain graphic quality that stood out for me, which resulted from the shadows cast by the surrounding buildings. Form, texture, light and color almost merge into a completely new geometric figure.
Nest Nr. 10
When I set off on my photo hikes, I usually start in one of three main directions. On one of them, heading south-east from my studio, I ride along the course of three rivers that follow each other (Lauterach, Vils, Naab). After about 20 minutes I pass a straight piece of country road, on one side the river, on the other side there is a hiking trail. As a rule, there is not much to find on this part of the route that immediately catches the eye, but on this tour, just before a junction at a small indentation in the road, there is suddenly a completely burned-out car. The scene almost looks like an art installation that magically casts a spell over me. And not just me, but also drivers, motorcyclists and cyclists who pass by the spot. I drive past the car regularly for several weeks and have a blast exploring the scene photographically, photographing people photographing the burned-out car.
Nest Nr. 11
Cold and wet weather, it's drizzling, the days are still short, the wind makes it even more uncomfortable to be out and about now. I leave the originally planned path of my hike and - following my instinct - walk towards an embankment between the roadside and a small stream, the trees there look interesting. I climb over the crash barrier and descend the small slope behind it. In the dark, small blobs of color stand out on the ground, I turn on my flashlight, the first signs of the coming spring can be discovered, a carpet of small yellow flowers in the midst of the uncomfortable-looking surroundings. I forget the time, a few hours later I start my way home, freezing and wet, but happy and deeply relaxed.
Nest Nr. 12
Taken on a still fairly cold spring day, this photo is a prime example of spontaneous sightings and at the same time a note to me. Often when I have things to do in the city, I make a short detour into the surrounding area and consciously take paths that I would not normally take. It often happens that, especially when you are out and about without specific expectations and just take things as they come, you capture moments that simply cannot be planned. You just have to be outside. In the case of this photo, I was fascinated by the cloud formation in the background combined with the partial sunlight on the paddock. Aside from the obvious, this photo actually serves as a note to remind me to keep exploring the area beyond the hill.
Nest Nr. 13
This small, easily overlooked lagoon is located in the middle of the area where I spent countless days of my youth, the Lauterachtal in the Upper Palatinate Jura. In this valley, which borders on the Hohenfels military training area, I started taking photos with my first DSLR camera around the year 2000. To this day, I enjoy visiting the valley regularly, because even after all the years that have passed, there is still so much to discover at any time of the year.
Nest Nr. 14
Hunting is ubiquitous in the rural area where I live. Even if not immediately obvious to every layman, the sheer number of hunter seats speaks a clear language. Personally, I find it quite difficult to approach the already controversial topic of hunting, especially since there are so many different, sometimes quite vehement opinions on it. However, I find it all the more interesting when well-founded arguments are presented for the respective perspectives. The photograph shows a break mark inserted into the cartridge case that was used to kill a young deer. The picture was taken on May 1, 2022 at the start of the local hunting season.
Nest Nr. 15
Dusk, mild rain after a cloudburst, fog-shrouded meadows, the sky opens the view onto the sunset, a gentle breeze, rustling leaves, thunder in the distance, a girl walks out of the woods, a chainsaw in hand and an axe on her back, we're looking at each other as if we'd be deers staring into the headlights of an approaching car, "oh, you're photgraphing the landscape?" she asks, "yes, i'm photographing the landscape." i reply …
Nest
Nest is a modular travelling photo exhibition and live image selection process showcasing selected photographs by Daniel Glaser, which were created in the years 2018 - 2023. These works, which include landscape-, nature- and documentary photography, are part of the book project 'Grrreat Outlook', currently in the works. Nest, initially conceived as a single exhibition, has developed into a sub-review that continuously changes the place of presentation, the works shown and thus its overall appearance.
General info
This project is ongoing.
Project details
Daniel Glaser — Nest, 2023 - present
/ 25 digital photographs
/ 12 UV direct prints on 5mm Forex, 60x90 cm
/ 13 UV direct prints on 5mm Forex, 90x60 cm
/ 1 UV direct print on 5mm Forex, 150x100 cm
/ 8 racks, wood, 245x2400x35 mm
/ 1 Zine, 56 pages, perfect bound, signed, stamped
/ 2x2 info panels on 5mm Forex, 60x90 cm
/ 500x1 info flyer, 210x105 mm, +PDF
/ 500x1 info folder, 210x297 mm, + PDF
/ 1x technical rider, PDF
Exhibitions
Grüne Auszeit, Unterweickenhof (August 17-20, '23)
Hammermühle, Hohenburg (August 11-15, '23)
Hammerschloss, Traidendorf (July 9-23, '23)
Backyard Neuhaussaal, Velburg (June 15, '23)
Schweppermannsburg, Pfaffenhofen (May 15, '23)
Disciplines
Landscape Photography, Nature Photography, Documentary Photography
Custom prints
All photographs shown on this page are available as signed, limited edition, prints. For all enquiries please contact the studio.
Related work
The photographs
The photographs presented at Nest were mainly taken within a radius of about 70 kilometers from Pfaffenhofen near Kastl, where the photographer lives. During several hours of photography and exploratory hikes, Daniel Glaser collects photographic impressions of the most diverse aspects of the surrounding, mainly rural area. Gradually, this results in an ever more comprehensive overall picture with a diverse thematic focus.
Image information
Nest Nr. 1
This photo is one of my personal favorite shots of the last few years and is part of my upcoming exhibition 'NEST'. It was created very spontaneously during a photo shoot with a befriended family last year. What I particularly like about it, aside from the obvious and the fact that it was practically created behind my house, is that it combines several thematic focuses of my book project 'Grrreat Outlook'.
Nest Nr. 2
This is 'Snake', a red-tailed hawk who lives at the wildlife sanctuary 'Das Nest'. This photo was taken in 2022 during one of several visits to the sanctuary and will be on display at my exhibition 'NEST' as a UV photo print (40 cm x 60 cm). The fact that the name of the sanctuary is also 'Nest', like the title of my upcoming exhibition, is actually pure coincidence. A very appropriate one though. Snake's name apparently comes from the fact that the little bully can sometimes be, shall we say, 'unpredictable'. Which I only found out after I had already (extensively) approached our feathered friend with the camera. It might be time to pay Snake another visit soon and thank him for his patience in being portrayed.
Nest Nr. 3
There are places that just magically attract me, this is one of them, even if (or precisely because) it may seem unusual at first glance. Surrounded by several of my favorite places, this spot itself is like a hub where many things that fascinate me are bundled. As vehicles rush by on the bridge, the plaza below exudes a surreal peacefulness, almost cathedral-like, with its rugged, utilitarian architecture cutting through the landscape. In the adjacent area you will also find all kinds of wild animals, e.g. deers, foxes and rabbits take refuge, which apparently also like to show themselves regularly. While the brute concrete building impresses with its sheer size and inevitably shows you the influence of humans on nature, the place feels like a diorama to me because it contains many landscape phenomena in micro format. A small stream flows under the bridge (which flows into one of my favorite rivers), right next to the bridge there is a mini bog and there is a small artificial plateau (this is where the photo was taken) which reminds me of the typical mountainous and hilly landscape that is typical for our area here. It's one of those inspiring places where I can spend hours exploring and photographing, losing all sense of time and at the same time, one new idea pops up one after the other.
Nest Nr. 4
A snapshot I took on the way to one of my longer photo hikes. While mobility is a big issue where I live, I have a real soft spot for old American cars, I love their design. What I found remarkable was the difference in size between this Chrysler taxi and the BMW, which I don't find small in itself. The fact that the taxi in the picture protrudes from the shadows due to its overall length further reinforces the contrast in the size of the two cars.
Nest Nr. 5
A key image from the 'May I Ask Your Name' photo series, taken in 2019 during the ongoing conversion and renovation measures at the current police academy in Kastl. The former site of the Hungarian-European high school, where I went to school for nine years, as a construction site, offered the opportunity for several years of photographic experiments ranging thematically between change, transience and renewal.
Nest Nr. 6
One of those seemingly inconspicuous, hidden spots that are easy to miss when not on foot, in this case sunk down next to a road that connects two smaller towns. There was something very soothing about watching the small boat swaying slowly in the water. Whether the spot on the river is also suitable for swimming remains to be explored in summer.
Nest Nr. 7
What started as a fun, impromptu on-site photoshoot during a photo assignment in the summer of 2022 turned into an almost week-long documentary of a private construction site. This 'lucky shot' of the spider is one of my favorite photos from what may have been the hottest summer days I've ever experienced here. Hats off to all craftsmen who work at full throttle during such heat waves.
Nest Nr. 8
One step to the left opens up a view of wide agricultural areas, one step to the right and a 15 meter deep abyss awaits you. For me, this photo, taken in February 2023 at a nearby quarry with the small strip of unspoilt nature that has been preserved, is a symbol of how people deal with their environment, an expression of the regenerative power of nature and a successful example of harmonious coexistence of people and nature. While quarries have always fascinated me, this disused area particularly stands out with its lively character. Across the entire site, it is evident how the plant world is reclaiming its space, as is the animal world, and people have also made friends with the topographically interesting site after the industrial use of the site.
Nest Nr. 9
What I like about abandoned industrial sites is less the Lost Place vibe and more the potential that can reside in such a place — the contemplation of what one could make of such a place. One of those places is this abandoned quarry that has been left to its own devices for quite some time. Every visit there brings inspiration and a wealth of new ideas in me. In the case of this photo, there was a certain graphic quality that stood out for me, which resulted from the shadows cast by the surrounding buildings. Form, texture, light and color almost merge into a completely new geometric figure.
Nest Nr. 10
When I set off on my photo hikes, I usually start in one of three main directions. On one of them, heading south-east from my studio, I ride along the course of three rivers that follow each other (Lauterach, Vils, Naab). After about 20 minutes I pass a straight piece of country road, on one side the river, on the other side there is a hiking trail. As a rule, there is not much to find on this part of the route that immediately catches the eye, but on this tour, just before a junction at a small indentation in the road, there is suddenly a completely burned-out car. The scene almost looks like an art installation that magically casts a spell over me. And not just me, but also drivers, motorcyclists and cyclists who pass by the spot. I drive past the car regularly for several weeks and have a blast exploring the scene photographically, photographing people photographing the burned-out car.
Nest Nr. 11
Cold and wet weather, it's drizzling, the days are still short, the wind makes it even more uncomfortable to be out and about now. I leave the originally planned path of my hike and - following my instinct - walk towards an embankment between the roadside and a small stream, the trees there look interesting. I climb over the crash barrier and descend the small slope behind it. In the dark, small blobs of color stand out on the ground, I turn on my flashlight, the first signs of the coming spring can be discovered, a carpet of small yellow flowers in the midst of the uncomfortable-looking surroundings. I forget the time, a few hours later I start my way home, freezing and wet, but happy and deeply relaxed.
Nest Nr. 12
Taken on a still fairly cold spring day, this photo is a prime example of spontaneous sightings and at the same time a note to me. Often when I have things to do in the city, I make a short detour into the surrounding area and consciously take paths that I would not normally take. It often happens that, especially when you are out and about without specific expectations and just take things as they come, you capture moments that simply cannot be planned. You just have to be outside. In the case of this photo, I was fascinated by the cloud formation in the background combined with the partial sunlight on the paddock. Aside from the obvious, this photo actually serves as a note to remind me to keep exploring the area beyond the hill.
Nest Nr. 13
This small, easily overlooked lagoon is located in the middle of the area where I spent countless days of my youth, the Lauterachtal in the Upper Palatinate Jura. In this valley, which borders on the Hohenfels military training area, I started taking photos with my first DSLR camera around the year 2000. To this day, I enjoy visiting the valley regularly, because even after all the years that have passed, there is still so much to discover at any time of the year.
Nest Nr. 14
Hunting is ubiquitous in the rural area where I live. Even if not immediately obvious to every layman, the sheer number of hunter seats speaks a clear language. Personally, I find it quite difficult to approach the already controversial topic of hunting, especially since there are so many different, sometimes quite vehement opinions on it. However, I find it all the more interesting when well-founded arguments are presented for the respective perspectives. The photograph shows a break mark inserted into the cartridge case that was used to kill a young deer. The picture was taken on May 1, 2022 at the start of the local hunting season.
Nest Nr. 15
Dusk, mild rain after a cloudburst, fog-shrouded meadows, the sky opens the view onto the sunset, a gentle breeze, rustling leaves, thunder in the distance, a girl walks out of the woods, a chainsaw in hand and an axe on her back, we're looking at each other as if we'd be deers staring into the headlights of an approaching car, "oh, you're photgraphing the landscape?" she asks, "yes, i'm photographing the landscape." i reply …
