Where colour can distract from the essence, black-and-white photographs are to the point and raw. From pure emotions (such as in the picture of the orca) to dramatic contrasts in landscapes, black-and-white pictures capture it perfectly. Or just for minimalism: black versus white. I am a fan, you will probably notice it.

Photography is -for me- not only about registering animals and landscapes or beauty and sorrow. Being outside, surrounded by nature, is an experience in itself. These moments move me, and using long shutter speeds allows me to attempt to capture these feelings in a picture.

This nature reserve is where it all started for me, where a hobby became a passion. In particular during the coronavirus pandemic, the Kalmthoutse heide became a personal refuge and artistic laboratory. Meanwhile, I hardly visit this place anymore. Other areas and adventures drew me away from the heathlands. This portfolio is a tribute to this beautiful area.

Sealtainn is the Gaelic name for the Shetland Islands, an archipelago northeast of Scotland. It was the destination of my first solo trip. I was 19 years old. This trip was an eye-opener. I still cherish the solitude, dramatic cliffs, bleek treeless landscapes and stunning landscapes in my memories. Hopefully, I can return one day to this stunning place...