In the Land of Fire and Ice

Horses of Iceland

Guadalupe Laiz

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Miscellaneous
01 December 2025

Individual photographers; Photographs: collections; Architecture; Horses & ponies; Places & peoples: pictorial works

In the Land of Fire and Ice: Horses of Iceland is photographer and explorer Guadalupe Laiz's second book celebrating her love for Iceland, its people, and its horses. Laiz's intimate color and black-and-white images of the majestic Icelandic horses are pure poetry in motion.

In this follow up to Horses of Iceland (2019), Laiz widens her lens to not only capture the undeniable beauty of the horses in their natural habitat, but to showcase the rugged, harsh, and unpredictable environment that has shaped their character. Undertaking a more ambitious production, Laiz collaborated with local horse breeders and with Icelandic photographer, filmmaker, and artist Thrainn Kolbeinsson to capture the magnificent animals in iconic and breathtaking locations-from the famous Skógafoss blanketed with snow to the active Fagradalsfjall volcano; and galloping across beaches, frolicking amid glaciers, and with waterfalls, tundra, and fierce ocean backdrops. Kolbeinsson's powerful drone photography featured throughout the book showcases the aerial perspective of these epic landscapes that have shaped the horses of Iceland.

Laiz's photographs are testament to her passion for the Icelandic horse and wildlife photography. She shares this collection to reveal the beauty and importance of the remote corners of our planet and the unique animals that call it home.

In the Land of Fire and Ice: Horses of Iceland will be a superb addition for enthusiasts of wildlife photography, exploration travel, nature conservation, and anyone who admires the awe-inspiring beauty of Iceland and its horses.

AUTHOR: Guadalupe Laiz is an international artist, photographer, and explorer. Her passion for wildlife photography was sparked by a profound connection with the indigenous horses of Iceland, which ignited a pursuit of capturing the untamed spirit of animals in her photography. Laiz's first book, Horses of Iceland (2019), is being reprinted by The Images Publishing Group, which also published her second book, Among the Living, Where You Belong (2023) showcasing the magnificent wildlife photography taken by Laiz in Kenya, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Rwanda, and Uganda over the course of six years.

Laiz's evocative imagery serves as a call to action, highlighting the urgent need for conservation efforts. Laiz has partnered with nonprofits involved with environmental issues, animal abuse, and human-animal conflicts in Africa, such as The Dian Fossey Foundation, Save Giraffes Now, and Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, as well as undertaken humanitarian work for 4africa in South Sudan and northern Uganda. Driven by the belief that art and beauty transform how people think about conservation and nature, Guadalupe focuses on the environment and animals that are pure and gentle by their very nature. Her desire is to communicate through art an awareness of animal abuse, environmental issues, and the importance of educating all generations on making conscious lifestyle decisions to protect our planet.

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Filled with colour and black-and-white images of Icelandic horses in their powerful, rugged, and harsh environment .

To capture the breathtaking locations, Laiz worked with the local horse owners, trainers, and breeders to transport the horses to renowned and majestic locations. This in contrast to Laiz's first book, which she undertook on her own .

Set in a stunning large-format book, the images represent five years of visits to Iceland .

A truly exquisite and carefully curated selection of photographs, Horses of Iceland: In the Land of Fire and Ice will become a prized addition to any collection .

Laiz collaborated with Thriann Kolbeinsson, who captured the drone photography featured in the book

By: Guadalupe Laiz
Imprint: Miscellaneous
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 330mm, Width: 280mm, Spine: 38mm
Weight: 3.350kg
ISBN: 9781875498420
ISBN 10: 1875498427
Pages: 348
Publication Date: 01 December 2025
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , ELT Advanced , Further / Higher Education
Format: Other merchandise
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

Born and raised in Argentina, Guadalupe Laiz is an international artist, photographer, and explorer. She moved to the United States when she was 20 years old, attending art school in Colorado and graduating with a degree in photography. For the past ten years, Laiz has created an extensive body of work that captures the beauty and uniqueness of the indigenous horses in Iceland. Her photographs of these extraordinary horses have been exhibited around the world. Laiz's first book, Horses of Iceland (2019), has been reprinted by The Images Publishing Group, which also published her second book, Among the Living, Where You Belong (2023). It showcases Laiz's magnificent wildlife photographs taken in Kenya, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Rwanda, and Uganda over the course of six years. She is also photographing polar bears and sled dogs near the North Pole for her next book, The Lonely Wanderer. Thrainn Kolbeinsson is an Icelandic photographer, filmmaker, and artist specialising in outdoor adventures, landscapes, and visual storytelling. He produces visually rich narratives that explore the interaction between people and nature, highlighting real-life stories and often physical challenges. In addition to his production work with various international brands, Kolbeinsson collaborates with local businesses and tourism boards to showcase Iceland's unique landscapes and beauty. He also runs his own print store, featuring his limited edition prints of the raw Arctic landscapes.

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