Beyond the Visible: How My Photographs Are Created
Photography is much more than just capturing reality. For me, it’s a way of seeing the world differently, diving beneath the surface, and transforming a fleeting moment into an image that speaks. Every photograph I create carries a part of my vision, my feeling.
And that’s what I want to share – how my images come to life, what drives me to create them, and what I search for within them.
A Vision Born in the Mind or the Heart
Every image starts with a vision. Sometimes it lives in my mind long before I bring it to life; other times, it forms in the moment—when I see the light falling a certain way, or when I catch something in the expression of my subject.
But it’s not just an idea—it’s often a feeling. Something deep inside me that I need to express. And then I search for a way to translate it into an image.
Light That Creates Atmosphere
Light is everything to me. It can be soft, harsh, colorful, dramatic… but it always carries meaning. I look for light that enhances what I want to convey.
I love the play of contrasts—shadows sculpting a face, reflections on the water’s surface, light filtering through smoke to create a sense of mystery. Light is never just a technical element; it’s the main character in my photography.
Masks and Symbolism – Hiding or Revealing?
My images often feature masks. But not to conceal—rather, to reveal something else. When identity is stripped away, what remains is pure expression, form, mood. And that’s where the magic happens.
Masks, light, composition—these are tools I use to reach deeper. To open a space for interpretation. To give the viewer not just an answer, but a question.
The Flow of the Moment – No Chance, Only What Unfolds Before My Eyes
I don’t believe in chance. I believe in the unfolding of the moment—what happens before my eyes and what I have the opportunity to capture.
People often say that the best photographs happen by “happy accident.” I don’t think so. Every moment is the result of a synergy between light, movement, perception, and careful preparation. And when I press the shutter at just the right second, it’s not chance—it’s part of the process.
Technique vs. Feeling – What Matters More?
Technique is important. It’s a tool that allows me to turn my vision into reality. But if I focused only on technique, something essential would be missing.
That’s why I believe feeling matters more in the end. It’s what the image evokes in the viewer. Not how perfect it is by the rules, but how it feels. Whether something lingers inside them. Whether they think about it even after they close their eyes.
Why I Print My Photographs in Large Formats
A digital image will never offer the same experience as a print. That’s why I print my work on canvas, usually in large formats of 100×100 cm or bigger.
When you stand in front of a large print, you can’t just glance at it and move on. You have to step into it. You can feel the texture, the details, the way light changes depending on your viewing angle. And that’s exactly what I want—to create an image the viewer can enter, rather than just observe.
What Do You See in My Images?
Each person sees something different in an image. And that’s a good thing. Maybe you see a dream, a memory, or just the play of light and shadow. Or maybe you feel something you can’t even name—and to me, that’s the most valuable response.
What do you see in my photographs? How do they affect you? I’d love to hear your thoughts. Your perception is part of the story of every image.
