As a photographer, I find myself confronted with a frustrating reality in today's world dominated by social media: the necessity to censor my art. This practice, allegedly intended to comply with platform guidelines, feels like a direct threat to my artistic freedom and integrity.
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Once upon a time, when Rome was still great and mighty, a man named Valentine gave his life for love. He had secretly married couples. Though the story ended unhappily for him (he was beheaded), he at least was canonized and got his own holiday.
Saturation is a powerful tool to enhance the intensity of colors and give your photos more expression. However, this is where a delicate touch is required: too much saturation can quickly look unnatural (or even embarrassing). That's why I've incorporated a subtle approach into a Photoshop action.
In the relentless stream of images flooding our screens, a quiet undercurrent is gaining momentum in the world of photography. It's a return to the essence of the craft, a gentle rebellion against the tyranny of the algorithm. At least, I hope so.
The new year is barely two weeks old, and my head is already buzzing with ideas. While others are still shaking off their winter sluggishness, I'm planning my first-ever book tour through Germany. Yes, you read that right — I'm going on tour. Well, "tour" might sound a bit grandiose for a photographer driving around with his photo book in the trunk. But that's exactly what I'm planning to do.
Package cannot be delivered — recipient does not have a forklift This is more or less what my delivery driver's notification could have read when the limited edition "Light and Shadow' by Krolop and Gerst arrived. Anyone who includes gloves with their artwork means business. A gesture that speaks volumes.
Vivid Colors or Monochrome Representation? Both approaches have their unique strengths and can tell emotions and stories in entirely different ways. In this article, I delve into the dialectic between the vibrant diversity of color and the powerful reduction of black and white.
A year of transformation. As always, the end of the year brings my very personal review. A lot has happened in my life over the past months, and I'm looking forward to the new year with anticipation.
Women have long been told their bodies are sinful. Even today, women are raised not to show their pubic area under any circumstances. Vaginas are never seen in media except in pornography or medical situations. Isn't this puzzling in a society that claims to value freedom?
There were more women involved in this shoot than you would think. Anna recommended Lina as a model, Erika organized Cesira's garden for me and my wife ironed the white dress I had bought. I already knew Alina from our first shoot and knew that she is interested in art and lives and breathes photography.
Back in 2020 and 2022, I shared these winter drink recipes on my blog. Now that I'm running the blog in both English and German, I thought it would be perfect timing to revisit these recipes and share my little winter drink collection with all of you — whether you prefer your content in English or Deutsch.
Whenever I travel, I realize how important it is to get away from home. That sounds strange because when I'm at home, I don't really want to leave my familiar surroundings. I've set up a good infrastructure at home and can work very well. Our household is well organized, meals are planned, and I exercise five times a week.
The Bonanza bicycle featured a banana seat and was named in homage to the cool and rebellious style of chopper motorcycles. As a child, I had no idea about this. Consequently, the name Bonanza always puzzled me because there was this Bonanza Western TV series, and cowboys were supposed to ride horses, not bicycles.
There are moments in an artist's life when you wonder if the world has completely lost its mind. One such moment was recently bestowed upon me by YouTube's staff, who I suspect must lead quite an adventurous love life. How else could I explain their latest decision? They've banned a trailer for my new photo book from their platform. A trailer, mind you, that I had already censored so thoroughly that even the Vatican's art commission would have found nothing to object to.
The 90s were the best time after all. I have memories of techno nights in the club. There was this song called "The Realm". A woman moans phrases like "Something for your mind your body and your soul" and "Hot like the sun and wet like the rain" into the microphone.
On this dreary November day, as sunset already announces itself in late morning, I sit with Thomas Berlin at my dining table. Fresh brewed coffee wafts between us, and before us lies his first photo book On Every New Day — a fascinating work that captures the essence of three years of intensive photographic collaboration with his model Irina.
Here I sit in front of my work, unable to let go. Too many images that mean something to me. Authors call it kill your darlings — this painful process of cutting out favorite passages that may be beautiful but don't serve the bigger picture.
In Greek mythology, the Mother of Eros is usually considered to be the goddess Aphrodite. Eros is the god of love, and Aphrodite is considered his mother.
The Airstream is the rock star of caravans, so to speak. Created by Wally Byam in the 1930s, this camper van rocked the streets with its cool, silver aluminum look, which earned it the nickname Silver Bullet.
Perhaps you've wondered why there are no discounts or Black Friday deals available for my photo book Mellow. The reason lies in Germany's Fixed Book Price Law.
Here are four more pictures from the great outdoors. With Tezz on Ibiza. In the rain, cold and wind. These are the rough motifs at the place Tezz had suggested to me.
Imagine this: A 208-page book, packed with beautiful images, is going on a world tour. It's my photo book! Here's a little glimpse into where my book has already made its way.
In addition to suspender belts, ears are also a regular accessory in my pictures. It's not really cosplay, but the reference to comics is definitely there. I had never used fox ears before.
When Martin invited me to bake pizza in Cologne, I wasn't quite sure what he meant. But I love eating and cooking is one of my passions. So I booked my train ticket and let myself be surprised.
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