About

I am a wildlife and landscape photographer, based in Oegstgeest, The Netherlands. A village close to the dunes and the Dutch coast.

I like to share the beauty of nature, as I see it, with the world through my images. Whilst making my images I try to think of ways to capture my subject in a way that complements my style, this could be by using the latest technology and gadgets.

I bought my first camera for my honeymoon trip to South Africa in 2010. this was my introduction to the African Wildlife and the landscapes these animals live in.

When back home, the photos I took didnt do justice to the memories I had from the beautiful animals and landscapes. That's when I started to invest a lot of time in self-studying about photography and wildlife.

Since my visit to South Africa I have been affected by the Africa- / photography "virus". My travels have taken me to multilple countries on the African continent, with a handful of trips to Asia, my travels are all about photography and wildlife. Besides photographing exotic wildlife on remote locations, I like to spend time in nature in close proximity to my home town.

Through my photos I would like to share the beauty of natre, in the way I see it, with the world. My photos are also used for wildlife conservation projects.

Awards and Publications

Awards:

2024: Nature Photographer of the Year - Highly Commended - Category Nature of "De Lage Landen"
2023: Remembering Leopards - Awarded
2017: Wildlifephoto contest - Highly Commended - Category Habitats and Landscapes
2017: Lowland Photographer of the Year - Highly Commended - Category Yellow
2015: Natuurfoto Magazine Contest - Third place - Category Fall "Color and Form"
2014: Roots Nature Photography - First Place - Category Landscapes
2013: SNP/Zoom Photo Contest - Awarded

Publications:

2023: Remembering Leopards Book
2023: Travel Africa Magazine, Awarded photo of the Remembering leopards contest
2018: Photo display on the Big screen in New York, Awarded photo of Wildlifephoto Contest
2015: Natuurfoto Magazine, Photo Contest Herfst Fall "Color and Form"
2014: Roots Magazine, Awarded photo of the Roots Nature Photography Competition 2014 category Landscapes
2013: Zoom Magazine, article about India

Exhibitions:

2023: Remembering Leopards - London OXO gallery, United Kingdom
2016: Katwijks Museum, The Netherlands
2015: City Hall of Katwijk, The Netherlands
2014: Rijnland Hospital, The Netherlands

Gear

Cameras:

Nikon Z9 (2x)

Lenses:

Nikkor Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S
Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
Nikkor Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S
Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S

Misc:

Gitzo Carbon fibre gt3541xls Tripod
Gitzo Carbon fibre GM4552L Monopod
RRS MH-01 Monopod head
Arca Swiss monoball Z1
Wimberley WH-200 Head Version II
Nikon SB-700
Nikon Z TC-2.0x
Nikon Z TC-1.4x

Filters:

B+W MRC Nano Polarizing filter
Lee 0.6 GND filter
Lee 0.6 ND filter
Lee 0.9 GND filter
Lee Bigstopper