Behind the Lens: The Story of Tiny Figures and Vast Landscapes

Once upon an interview with a renowned German magazine, the interviewer pointed out something intriguing about my photos: not a lot of people, and when they do show up, they're like tiny specks. "Why's that?" she wondered.

Well, I'm the guy behind the lens so I am always present in my photographs. I seek to explore the relationship between man and apparatus, and in doing so, when there's a building in my shots, I'm picturing all the people inside, even if you can't spot them. It's like peering into their world through the windows. Similarly, when capturing the vastness of an ocean, I enjoy envisioning the universe beneath the water's surface, a realm hidden from our direct view.

The architectural influence from my college days plays a role in my choice to depict people as tiny figures in the vast landscape. This intentional portrayal serves a dual purpose—It invites viewers to contemplate the vastness of geographical expanses while providing human figures as subtle references for scale.

Behind the Camera, Beyond the Obvious:

  • I'm not ignoring people; I'm just giving them a different kind of spotlight in my pics.

Windows into Imaginary Worlds:

  • Buildings aren't just structures; they're like giant dollhouses full of stories waiting to be discovered.

Diving into the Unknown:

  • Oceans aren't just water; they're like a mystery box of underwater wonders.

Tiny People, Big World:

  • Those small figures? They're like bookmarks in a book of landscapes, helping you measure the size of what you're looking at.

So, every time you see one of my pics, think of it as an invitation to imagine the stories behind what's in the frame. It's a bit like a treasure hunt for hidden tales, captured through the lens.

Exploring the Essence of Architecture through the Lens

Today, let's delve into a realm where lines, forms, and the interplay between man and apparatus come together – the world of architecture.

In the vast tapestry of my photographic journey, architecture stands as a constant muse. Beyond the click of the camera, it's a celebration of the relationship between man and the apparatus he creates. Interestingly, my affinity for this subject finds its roots in an unexpected place – the halls of an architecture school.

Yes, you read it right. I studied architecture back in college. While I never ventured into the traditional realm of an architect, the influence of those formative years echoes through my work. It was during my architecture studies that the seed of interest in architectural photography was planted and steadily grew.

Unlike the conventional path, my lens doesn't linger much on interior designs or typical architectural captures. No, my focus takes a minimalist route, exploring the dance of forms, the allure of colors and their absence, the blend of accessibility and monumentality. It's not just about capturing a structure; it's about envisioning how a human mind (the architect) shaped an apparatus (the creation), nestled within another apparatus (its location, the city, the country, the planet) for the use of others.

You won't find lavish interiors or the stereotypical shots of grand architectural marvels here. Instead, it's an ode to the essence – the marriage of shapes, the metamorphosis under the influence of time, whether it be the subtle dance of sunlight, the shifting patterns of clouds, or the transformative touch of rain.

This post is a journey through my lens, exploring the poetry embedded in architecture. It's an invitation to witness the ever-changing dialogue between the man-made and the natural, the structured and the fluid. So, join me in this visual exploration, where every snapshot tells a story, not just of buildings, but of the human touch and the passage of time.

Here's to architecture – a canvas of human imagination, waiting to be unfolded one frame at a time. Enjoy the view!