My work focuses on documentary photography, portraying people and their environments. The human presence is central, even when not physically visible.

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My photographic eye was shaped in my parents' hair salon, where I spent decades behind the chair. Listening to thousands of stories, I learned how people reveal themselves and how they hide. This experience fuels my desire to look past the façade and capture a deeper truth.

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I am drawn to the ordinary person, the "common mortals" often overlooked on the street. In their everyday habits, I find extraordinary stories of hope, belief, and love—themes recognized from the salon's conversations. My subjects do not pose; they are still, often reflective, and serene. The true emotion emerges not upon the first glance, but when you take the time to look longer.

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My images are never fleeting. They are made with the same detailed eye and patient hand as a careful haircut. Slowness and attention are the foundation of my practice. I work with medium and large format cameras, often analog, emphasizing a creamy sharpness that highlights my gentle approach to the subject.

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I search for authenticity, a certain folk sensibility, and nostalgia. What appears to be an everyday event often reveals a deeper layer, a hidden story. By magnifying the subtleties of life, I connect seemingly disparate images to reveal a larger, cohesive narrative—whether documenting the gentrification of Amsterdam Noord or capturing the complex soul of the USA.

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