This post contains a series of landscape photographs taken around various spoil tips in the Ruhr region of Germany. These spoil tips—artificial hills formed from mining waste, which have not only been landscaped and greened but also crowned with impressive landmarks—are popular destinations for recreation and creative photography. They represent the best of what challenging structural change can offer.

The photographs are presented without further information except for the title and the location. No explanations, no talking. Just enough silence to allow for silent conversations between you and the image. What story does it tell you? Which emotions does it convey? Does it mean something to you? Why? Feel free to ask each photo and listen to its answers. They surely have some fascinating stories to tell.

For truly silent conversations, I encourage you to click on the photos for a larger view in an almost distraction-free lightbox. Prints are available on request.