
Dom des Mischabels
In the heart of the Valais Alps, between the alpine worlds of Saas-Fee and Zermatt, rises the Dom, the highest summit entirely on Swiss soil at 4,545 meters. Although it sometimes remains in the shadow of its prestigious neighbors, it nonetheless possesses a singular strength and elegance: its immaculately white glacial flanks contrast with the mineral verticality of its ridges, offering a grandiose spectacle at every sunrise.
For Thomas Crauwelsthe Dom is the quintessential Swiss high mountain. His photographic approach, both patient and daring, captures the subtle balance between the tranquility of eternal snow and the power of the elements. In his work, natural lighting highlights every detail, sometimes revealing the softness of a snow-covered slope, sometimes the harshness of an imposing wall. From the light of dawn to the last rays of dusk, the summit reveals infinitely changing facets, echoing Thomas' quest for the perfect moment.
Beyond its dizzying height, the Dom is a sanctuary of solitude and wonder. The ascent, considered a must for any mountaineer seeking an authentic challenge, leads to a breathtaking panorama, where Switzerland unfolds in all its splendor. Through the lens of Thomas CrauwelsThomas Crauwels' lens, this silent colossus becomes a timeless source of inspiration, inviting us all to contemplate the unchanging grandeur of the Alps and to reconnect with the very essence of the mountain.