Could you tell us about a recent photographic project you worked on and what made it special?
I recently did a project/job for Jil Sander. It has been a dream of mine to shoot for them for a very long time. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and it made me realize that it’s worth to keep going also if it’s sometimes in a slow pace.
How do you balance trends with your personal style in your photography work?
I really try to stay as true to my visual style and inner natural eye as possible. It took me a long time to fully establish it. Since I feel very connected to my work personally, I want to put as much of myself in it as possible. Trends are coming and going – also in photography and even quicker with social media. But keeping your style and making your images recognizable will last longer, in my opinion.
Do you have a specific message or theme you aim to convey through your photographs?
I think the message or theme depends on the project and varies with each. But my main feeling or general vibe I want to convey is that the viewer feels a certain connection to the subject, a certain intimacy and see/feel the emotions of the shoot.
How do you express emotions or mood in your photographs?
A big part of my photographs is light. I try to convey the mood and the emotions through matching light. Also the movement of the model is a big part of it. I love „fluid“ poses and movements, which still feel strong, but approachable.
<About her favorite camera>
I love my Mamiya 645. It’s light, it’s flexible. So I can move while I shoot. That’s quite important for me.
What do you find most enjoyable and most challenging about working on a new photography project?
I think stepping out of your comfort zone for a new project is super fun, but challenging – with the thought of still keeping your own visual style.
Are there any activities or hobbies outside of photography that currently interest you?
I definitely have a thing for interior design – mainly vintage furniture and objects. I love flea markets. It’s probably the first thing I google whenever I’m traveling or at a new place. I love to explore and hunt unique pieces. A big dream of mine is to renovate an old house somewhere by the sea, mostly on my own, and furnish it.
I also found peace and enjoyment in pottery last year. It feels like meditation, to be so focused on the clay and forming the pieces on the wheel. And lastly, I love to surf. Whenever time allows, you will find me at the ocean, or at least improving my paddle power landlocked 🙂
Could you tell us about the furniture and items in your personal or studio space?
Of course. As said, I love vintage pieces. My desk is this beautiful glass desk with steel legs. Someone gave it away for free. Probably one of my best finds so far. In front of it
I have an iconic Mies van der Rohe MR20 chair in woven rattan. In general my space is quite neutral/natural in colors, with some interesting pieces here and there. I have loads of magazines and books, spread across various places and racks throughout the flat.
Do you believe your personal style influences your photography style?
If so, how? Most probably yes. My personal style is also quite minimalistic and neutral on colors. I like bold shapes combined with simple, basic cuts. So I guess, I can’t deny it.
How do you perceive the relationship between photography and video?
In my perception, video is like an extension of a photographs. Moving images gives the opportunity to get across an emotion in such an intense way. Since I also developed a lot into the role of being a directress, from time to time also directing DOP, I had to learn a lot of new things, techniques and techs, but I enjoy especially projects where I can cover both mediums.
Do you enjoy traveling? What has been the most memorable travel destination, and why?
Traveling has always been a very huge part in my life. Even if I already travel a lot for work, I don’t mind packing my bag a day after coming home, and go for a personal trip or adventure. I draw so much inspiration out of travels and places. It fills me with so many new ideas and with such much energy for new projects.
The most memorable destination I have been to is Myanmar. I went there for a couple of weeks in 2019. I feel incredibly grateful to have seen those landscapes, those landmarks and this country, while it was still possible to enter. I have never experienced more genuine and more interested people than there. It truly left a mark in my heart.
What do you think makes a good photo?
As simple as it is: Carrying emotions
