Editors of newspapers and magazines are warmly invited to get in touch with me directly if they are interested in my photographic work or a potential collaboration.
If I’m unavailable, Patrizia Russo will be happy to assist as a point of contact.
If I’m unavailable, Patrizia Russo will be happy to assist as a point of contact.
For project coordinators, I provide a contact form below – along with a brief introduction explaining what documentary photography means to me and how it can benefit organizations. This is intended to make the process of getting in touch as straightforward and meaningful as possible.
Documentary Photography as a Craft of Reality - Why images grounded in truth are gaining importance
For me, documentary photography is a form of reliable observation – one that shows people and situations as they truly are. In a world shaped by quick images, filters, and artificial staging, it offers a way to look more closely. I work with the conviction that real images have impact – not because they are loud, but because they are honest. This kind of photography is based on encounters, attention, and respect for the people at its center.
Especially in public communication, documentary photography is becoming increasingly relevant. It conveys meaning where words alone are not enough and helps organizations (1) make their work comprehensible. Those who want to make projects, responsibility, or cohesion visible need images that go beyond mere symbolism. My aim is to make real lives visible – clearly, respectfully, and without clichés or dramatization.
Again and again, I witness how authentic visual documentation builds trust – in social, cultural, or civic contexts. It opens conversations, makes developments understandable, and reveals what is often overlooked. This is not about activism, but about perception. I work with a focus on reality, a clear structure, and a sense of proportion. My goal is to document context and make it visually accessible – in reports, projects, or exhibitions.
Reliability, legal care, and the protection of those depicted are self-evident to me. I clarify image usage rights transparently and obtain consent wherever necessary. This ensures that the images I create not only resonate but endure. For me, documentary photography is a contribution to a factual, open public discourse – without exaggeration, but with the intention to see clearly.
Insight into My Working Approach
My photo project "Raum für Begegnung" (Room for Encounter) has not only developed over time – it has unfolded, evolving from a simple idea into a layered narrative. It grew out of a desire to make genuine connection visible: between people, between lived experiences, and between public space and personal expression. This project exemplifies how I work – openly, curiously, and closely connected to the people I photograph. Perhaps your story, too, begins with an encounter.
How We Can Work Together
I’m glad you’re here! If you’re interested in developing a photographic project and would like to explore ideas together – feel free to get in touch. I personally respond to every message in a timely manner. Whether you're working on a corporate initiative, development project, cultural program, or social cause – I’d love to hear about it. Together, we’ll develop a visual language that conveys your message in an authentic and sustainable way.
Before You Reach Out
To help me understand your inquiry as clearly as possible, I invite you to consider a few questions before filling out the contact form: What is the goal of your project, and what do you want the images to achieve? Why is the topic important to you, what story or message do you want to tell, and who is your target audience? Think also about whom you want to reach with the visuals and how they will be used – for example, on a website, in a report, or as part of an exhibition. Do you already have a timeframe or a budget? And what seems realistic and achievable under the given circumstances? The clearer your vision, the better I can assess whether – and how – I can support you: with photographic documentation, strategic consultation, or a custom-made concept.
Vielen Dank!
The Path to Collaboration
I accompany projects with respect, empathy, and a clear focus on what truly matters. Every collaboration starts with an open conversation – I look forward to hearing your story. If you don’t hear back from me within 24 business hours, there could be several reasons: Your email address might have been entered incorrectly in the contact form, my reply may have landed in your spam folder, or I may be in a region with limited internet access. Once we’ve connected successfully, I’ll gladly invite you to a first Zoom meeting to discuss your project in person.
What I Mean by “Organization”
(1) The term organization refers to a wide range of entities – including businesses, associations, foundations, NGOs, churches, religious communities, public institutions, educational and cultural bodies, as well as international organizations. They differ in legal form (private or public), purpose (for-profit, non-profit, political, social, religious, or cultural), and structure (formal, informal, temporary, or virtual). Despite these differences, what they all share is that they act as structured entities with defined goals, working toward specific societal, economic, or ideological missions.