I love all forms of art but fine art photography is my true passion.

Up until a few years ago I photographed pretty much what came my way, ranging from architecture to celebrity portraits. Lately however I have a strong desire to try out a new direction. I’m interested in adding a more narrative element to my work. I want to explore in-depth the art of storytelling in photography. I frequently 3D compositing as a tool to enhance my imagery and be able to create unusual scenes. My 3D design skills come in quite handy there.

I like pictures to be worthy of a second look. The perfect image should provide food for thought, a catalyst for mental stimulation. It doesn’t mean I want to predict what the viewer will get from the picture but I do want to provide enough narrative elements to inspire the viewer.

At the start of a project, I make lots of notes, write little stories and frequently ask my wife, who is a painter, to do little storyboards for my pictures. I like to be well prepared because it limits shooting time and makes for a better shooting experience.

To me an interesting picture is not just placing a model in front of a screen and shining a beauty dish on her. The decor is of equal importance to me. I guess I like to look at a photograph more in the way a cinematographer designs a movie shot. It’s the sum total of the story, the model(s), the background and lighting that create a captivating image.

I especially appreciate it if my models have the ability to get inside the story and make it look believable. I’m less interested in standard posing techniques.

I generally know what I want and am able to offer adequate direction during a shoot. Although I like to design my shots beforehand I’m no stranger to improvising on the spot. I like to discuss the project with the models beforehand so they know what I expect from them. I’m easy going and sensitive towards my models. A photoshoot should be a rewarding experience for both the photographer and the model.

Finally a little on my professional background. After working a number of years as a composer and professional musician I studied interactive multimedia at the University of Portsmouth where I obtained my Masters of Arts degree in 1998. Since then I have worked as a free lance designer, photographer and CGI artist.

I live in a modest house at the edge of the woods on an old country estate on the outskirts of Hilversum with my wife and two sons. I spend most of my time either in my studio at home behind the computer or somewhere in the world with a camera in my hand. I travel as much as I can.

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