Category: Available Light
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Beyond the Mist
Read this Post: Beyond the MistSpring can be unpredictable in the mountains, and so it was when Jana and I ventured to the Grimsel Pass for our photo session. At over 2,100 metres above sea level, the pass welcomed us with a cold, wet, and extreme weather front that created an atmosphere unlike any other. Photographing in such conditions always…
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Chasing Daylight
Read this Post: Chasing DaylightIn this photo series with Naila, I wanted to capture the essence of portraiture through a blend of natural light and mood-driven composition. The photos were shot in my studio, where the light flowing in through the large windows created a soft, almost ethereal ambiance that is reflected in the delicate yet bold portrayal of…
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Poetic Reduction
Read this Post: Poetic ReductionThese black-and-white portraits of Chiara were created in the calm, focused environment of my studio in Zurich. In collaboration with the talented stylist Diana Korqaj, we developed a minimalist yet elegant aesthetic that draws attention entirely to Chiara’s presence and expression. Read this editorial now on my website.
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Venice
Read this Post: VeniceVenice is an endless source of inspiration for my portrait photography. During an intense shoot with Fabia, we explored the city, harnessing natural light and playing with contrasts. The combination of historic backdrops and expressive model presence created a unique atmosphere. Each year, I organize the PORTRAIT INTENSE CLASS here—an opportunity to rediscover the city…
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Industrial Summer
Read this Post: Industrial SummerThis summer, during one of my BeInspired Photography Workshops, I had the pleasure of working with the talented model Melanie at a stunning industrial site. The old structures, with their weathered textures and expansive open spaces, provided a fascinating backdrop that challenged us to explore light in all its nuances. Discover this editorial on my…
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Contact Sheets:
Read this Post: Contact Sheets:The streets of Paris are always an inspiration, but on this particular day, the fog added a layer of mystery that was hard to ignore. I worked with Katherina intuitively, letting the soft light and quiet mood of the city guide us. The Seine, the bridges, and even the steps of an old passage became…
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Nordsee – Part 2
Read this Post: Nordsee – Part 2Imagine standing on the edge of the world, where the sky meets the sea, and time seems to pause for a brief, powerful moment. That’s where I found myself during the creation of my ‘Nordsee’ photography project. You and I both know that the magic of black-and-white photography lies in its ability to strip away…
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Nordsee – Part 1
Read this Post: Nordsee – Part 1That day at the North Sea was a turning point for me. I still remember the challenges the weather brought. You know how unpredictable it can be sometimes. We had prepared meticulously, but in the end, we took a completely different approach than originally planned. That was the moment I realized how enriching spontaneity can…
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Shadows and Peaks
Read this Post: Shadows and PeaksBlack-and-white photography has a unique power: it distills a scene to its purest form, revealing textures, contrasts, and emotions that color might overshadow. In the Swiss Alps, this medium transformed rugged peaks and stark structures into timeless stories, where every shadow and highlight spoke volumes.
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A Summer’s Touch in the Studio
Read this Post: A Summer’s Touch in the StudioCapturing Chiara’s energy and the golden light of a late summer evening, this editorial brings movement and warmth into striking black-and-white portraits. On one of the last summer days of 2024, Chiara and I came together for an editorial that embraced the magic of light.
