Planktonium: An Unseen World

Deeper Blue is a book and short film by Jan van Ijken that showcases the unseen world of living microscopic plankton, which are vital for all life on earth but are threatened by climate change.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 26 January 2023
Publisher: Terra Uitgeverij

Deeper Blue: A Photographic Exploration of the Unseen World of Plankton

Planktonium, a captivating photographic project and short film by Dutch photographer/cinematographer Jan van Ijken, delves into the enigmatic realm of living microscopic plankton, unveiling a secret universe inhabited by alien-like creatures. These stunningly beautiful, extraordinarily diverse, and numerous organisms, invisible to the naked eye, are vital for all life on Earth. Phytoplankton, small plant-like cells, produce half of the Earth's oxygen through photosynthesis, akin to plants and trees on land. Zooplankton form the foundation of aquatic life's food chain. Plankton also plays a crucial role in the global carbon cycle. However, they face significant threats from climate change, global warming, and the acidification of oceans.

Jan van Ijken's meticulous photography, captured through microscopes, unveils the intricate beauty and delicate structures of these minute organisms in exquisite detail. Through his lens, we embark on a journey to explore the unseen world of plankton, shedding light on its significance and the urgent need to protect it for the well-being of our planet.

Weight: 1546g
Dimension: 308 x 250 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789089899293