“The world ain’t all sunshine and rainbows. It is a very mean and nasty place. It will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me or nobody is going to hit as hard as life. But it ain’t about how hard you hit, it is about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward, how much can you take and keep moving forward.” This quote, by all American hero-philosopher Rocky Balboa serves as a backdrop to this exhibition that features American artists Zoe Strauss, Abner Preis, Jordan Seiler and the Netherlands’ Jeroen Jongeleen. Four refreshing participatory projects, showcased through videos, photographs and artifacts that are compelling and playful while digging up the undergrowth of certain social phenomena.

Anne de Gelas, Brussels

Brussels-based photographer Anne De Gelas is one to take her art very personally, exploring emotions and intrinsically human experiences like mourning and loss, love and family. Her series “And what if there’s nothing more?” is nostalgic, alluring and dreamy, a collage of emotions blended together in a mingle-mangle of photographs, writings and drawings.

Wangechi Mutu, Brussels

Born in Kenya and based in Brooklyn, Wangechi Mutu is known for her colourful, entrancing and fantastical art that fuses the human form with organic and surreal elements. Her watercolours and collages often evolve around the theme of the female body whilst also tackling more heavy-handed subjects such as colonial history, cultural heritage and sexual repression. The exhibition will feature fifteen works from Mutu’s blackthrones series, haunting sculptures that, just like with her two-dimensional work, repurpose familiar objects in an imaginative way.

Canvascollectie / Collection RTBF, Brussels

With the goal of enhancing the visibility of a wide variety of contemporary art in Belgium, public TV channels RTBF and VRT are collaborating with the Flemish and French communities, as well as a handful of other cultural partners, to create yet another eclectic exhibition at the Bozar for both young and established artists. Everyone is allowed to submit one artpiece, and a renowned jury that includes members from Belgian institutions like Wiels and SMAK will then be selecting the ones to go in the show. Go and see for yourself: Mixing professional with amateur does work.

King Krule, Brussels

He’s only 17 and already has a name change under his belt: King Krule, a skinny, slightly awkward-looking little redhead, formerly known as Zoo Kid, released a self-titled EP under his new moniker on True Panther last year. The record has earned the British singer/ songwriter rave reviews. Using a rich, sensitive voice accompanied by echoing guitars, he creates a captivating, synth-noir sound that’s a bit outlandish but certainly mesmerising. Essential.

Bass Drum of Death+Kabul Golf Club, Brussels

American garage rockers Bass Drum of Death, whose explosive brand of punk rock reminds us of a kind of untamed version of The Black Keys or the White Stripes, and who are signed to Fat Possum Records, will play Brussels this weekend with a little help on the side from Belgian rock freaks Kabul Golf Club. We’ve five pairs of tickets to give away for their gig at L’Ancienne Belgique this Sunday, 20th May. All you need to do is share our Facebook fan page and send a screenshot of it to wewrite@thewordmagazine.be with ‘Bass Drum of Death’ in the subject line. The first five readers to do so will get their names + 1 added to the guest list. 

Frederik Heyman, Antwerp

Frederik Heyman is a young photographer from Antwerp who has already worked for the big-shots: Zoo magazine, Vogue Japan, designer Henrik Vibskov and fashion brand Cheap Monday have all had his once-over. His playful imagery blends elements of photography, staging and graphic design to create surreal, colourful, and sometimes disturbing-but-carefully-constructed sceneries. Accordingly, Heyman’s set building can take up to two weeks for a single image. Nice and surprising.

(It) Works on Paper, Ghent

Ghent’s slowly-but-surely growing art gallery scene gets a new member this weekend with the vernissage and opening exhibition of the freshly-inaugurated Kristof De Clercq Gallery, where there’ll be a feature of multifaceted works from Dutch artist Ronald Noorman, German-born Thomas Müller, Belgian artist Robin Vermeersch and a handful of others.

TRACK, Ghent

Curated by the artistic director of Ghent’s SMAK museum and the curator of Zurich’s Kunsthaus, TRACK is a project that takes art outside of its natural habitat – the museum – and brings it to the streets. This large-scale, city-wide exhibition sees thirty international artists invited to participate in creating art in the context of location, taking local architecture, sociography and infrastructure into account. The artists approach some of the big issues of our time, from ageing to migration to religion, giving us the perfect excuse to check out Ghent anew and to experience art in a totally new locale.

Between the Lines, Ghent

This group exhibition, organised by experimental art center Croxhapox, unites works by four photographers whose work examines themes like gender, identity and ‘being different’. French photographer Tiane Doan Na Champassak, and Belgians Max Pinckers, Quinten De Bruyn and Marc De Clercq all reveal their own personal interpretations of the theme in an intimate and captivating way. The project has even brought them as far away as Thailand and India, where they used a kind and gentle eye to portray the country’s transsexuals, the so-called “third gender”.

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Why did you decide to open a new floor upstairs?

It got to a point where I was working with more artists each year and there wasn’t enough room for any of them. I thought it’d be a good idea to open another floor upstairs, presenting more exclusive pieces. Clients come in by appointment only and it feels more intimate that way.

How do you make a distinction between the first and the second floor?

Downstairs is more conceptual, with artists who are pushing boundaries, using unusual materials and expressing their creativity. The upstairs space features mostly gold, with pieces that are more substantial and expensive. You need the right environment to sell them.

What do you offer artists who decide to work with you?

Artists will not come to you just to sell what they create. They also expect you to take their work in a specific direction, to promote it and help them grow. I guess it’s similar to the kind of function an agent has. You make sure they’re included in the right shows abroad and that their pieces are showcased to the people who will be interested in them. It’s important that museums notice their work, too, which may lead to a sale.

Do you travel extensively throughout the year?

Yes, I do. You cannot stay in your gallery and wait for a sale to happen. Even though I’m Brussels-based, I go to London, Paris and Miami to make sure artists get the visibility and exposure they need.

There are a few galleries located around here. Was it key for you to find the right location?

Definitely. It was fundamental for me to have a space in an area with other art galleries. When it comes to jewellery, you need to make a distinction between several fields, whether it be designer pieces, costume jewellery or artists using this medium, such as, for instance, Picasso or Tracey Emin. It didn’t make sense being in a commercial area, surrounded by retailers.

How would you define the pieces you select?

Like little works of art. Some pieces can be worn, but others are more like objects or installations. There are no boundaries when it comes to artists being innovative and pushing their own research.

What was your first encounter with jewellery? Can you remember it?

I was never interested in jewellery when I was younger. I remember seeing my mother wearing precious stones and gold, which I found ridiculous, to be honest.

Did you reject the idea of jewellery as a status symbol?

I guess I did. I didn’t understand why people used jewellery to flaunt their status. It was tacky, really.

It’s the emotion artists put into their work that makes all the difference.

What’s the difference with artists making jewellery then?

It’s the emotion they put into their work that makes all the difference, whether they use wood, paper, metal or plastic. It’s about the personal value of a piece. That was the hook for me in the first place, and what really made me feel like wearing jewellery.

Are you attracted by the conceptual aspect?

Yes, I am. When you wear these items, it’s more of an intellectual choice than a material thing.

How do you select new artists?

It’s a very personal process. I trust my instincts and go for what I love. I am limited in terms of space and cannot represent too many artists at once. I only choose the ones I really like and that’s it. Of course, I follow what’s going on and listen to people’s recommendations. A lot of it is word of mouth.

We saw you write a column for Surface magazine. What’s it about?

I write about artists making jewellery. It’s not published monthly, as I don’t think this is something people want to read about on a monthly basis!

Do you enjoy doing it?

Absolutely. The challenge is to describe the work of an artist to a larger audience. A lot of aspects are obvious for me, but they’re not for my readers. You need to put things into perspective. This is what I enjoy doing and it forces me to look at what I do in a completely different way.

Can you tell us about some upcoming projects?

I’m at the Saatchi Gallery in London this week, in a group show named “Collect” which focuses on the applied arts. I will also present selected pieces by German artist Beate Klockmann from the 24th of May until the 30th of June.

Are there jewellery collectors in Belgium?

Yes, of course. Collecting jewellery has nothing to do with gender either, as men also come to my gallery to purchase pieces. I read recently that Karl Lagerfeld has a large collection of pieces by Suzanne Belperron, an iconic French jewellery designer. He never wears them, but having them around is probably enough.

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The British Museum is currently hosting a very special exhibition of 100 of Pablo Picasso’s etchings that you should know about. The collection, produced between 1930 and 1937, is touted as one of the most important set of prints of the 20th Century. Picasso’s influences are also represented at the exhibition; the curators at the British Museum have also included some of Rembrandt’s sculptures and works that inspired Picasso.

Museums at night 2012: Maps Unleashed

This weekend sees the special ‘Museums at Night’ event taking place across London, with various galleries and museums opening their doors after hours for a slightly different visitor experience. At the London Transport Museum, you’re invited to check out a new exhibition called Maps Unleashed with a guided tour from the curators. You can also take part in a workshop and enjoy a live DJ set from Bob Stanley. A fun-packed break from the norm.

The XX

Worth a look on any given weekend is the Battersea Arts Centre, a place that always plays host to plenty of great music- and culture-based events. This weekend, catch Mercury Music Prize winners The XX who’ll be playing a selection of their hits, including VCR, and who’ll most likely unveiling some of their more recent material, too. Tickets are available via a ‘lottery’ on the band’s website, so make sure you head over there asap to be in with a chance of gittin’ some. A great intimate setting with a great headliner, this is the essential concert of the weekend, wethink.

Krush Showcase presents Ame and Clockwork

Krush don’t throw parties very often, but when they do they’re always carefully-planned affairs that boast small-but-strong line-ups and consistently impressive locations. They also attract an informed, discerning clientele, which makes each party a very special affair. This weekend’s soiree features German duo Ame (Kristian Beyer & Frank Wiedemann) who are widely regarded as masters of their craft, while that other duo, Clockwork, will also be in attendance, unleashing their own brand of dark, sultry tech house.

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Just like Sweden got a mention two weeks ago, I’m pretty sure there’s something in the water in Montréal, too. The scene there has been booming of late, with Grimes sitting pretty in the front row.Add d’Eon, Purity Ring, Born Gold, and Montréal seems to be full of electronic wizards. Kuhrye-oo hails from the same scene and just like all the rest, he too gives humdrum electronic music a crazy (amazing) twist. His debut track ‘Give In (For The Fame)’ is built on a vocal sample from some 90’s R&b hit that’s hard to identify (definitely 90’s R&B, though) and yet Kuhrye-oo can make it sound so contemporary with a bangin’ rhythm. Combine that with these edits he did and Kuhrye-oo is set to conquer our hearts and our dancefloors.

Azealia Banks

Don’t play Azealia Banks to your kids, or they’ll be running around the house screaming stuff like “bitch”, “cunt” and the “N” word in no time. This bad-mouthed diva debuted with the bouncy 212 (which is actually a ‘Float My Boat’ production from Belgian duo Lazy Jay) and has been putting out quite some jams since. Basically, she raps nasty words on a baller-beat (think Hudson Mohawke, Machinedrum, Diplo – you get the picture?) which seems to be very popular seen as it got her a record deal in no time. Lately she’s been busy meeting and working with the likes of Karl Lagerfeld, Kanye West and Missy Elliot, but an EP, mixtape and full-length are on the way.

The Neighbourhood

The Neighbourhood (mind the “u”) are still a relatively new band, and yet they’ve already caught the attention and support of some important people in the industry (think BBC Radio 1’s Zane Lowe). This five-piece from California make beach-y pop à la The Drums (with less surf), that they combine (sometimes) with a Lana Del Rey-type allure (with less vintage) and an incomparable hip-hop-rock vibe. In essence, The Neighbourhood make fun, accessible pop, which is enough to cause a stir in the blogosphere. Their (free) debut EP is titled ‘I’m Sorry’ but they shouldn’t really be sorry at all, since it’s all so enjoyable – particularly the bruisy ‘Sweater Weather’, which I’ve adopted as a personal expression since I first heard it (as in “It’s definitely not sweater weather today here in Belgium”). Absolutely awesome.

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C2C are veritable veterans of turntableism, having been part of the scratch movement from the beginning. “We use our turntables as instruments,” they proudly proclaim, and have proven their worth through years of new sounds. They’ve won the World DJ Championships year after year, thanks to breathtaking technical skills and resourcefulness. Watch out for British hip hop newcomer and critics’ darling Ghostpoet, who’ll also be invading the stage.

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The stress levels you’re about to endure driving your business forward and ensuring there’s more money coming in than coming out requires the right strategy to unwind at the end of the day (not that they’ll be such a thing as ‘the end of the day’). And, short of a masseuse giving you the mother-of-all massages before and after working hours, you’re next best option is a membership to your local gym. With its sizeable pool, gigantic work-out area as well as its steam baths and saunas, nothing beats Aspria’s health clubs. We’ve added in a health bar, for post-workout energy boosts.

For good first impressions: Laptop bag

Good presentation is half the battle won. And, although your investors won’t exactly be reassured to see you turning up to pitches in a Brioni suit trailed by a flashy ‘personal assistant’, they’ll be looking for details as a sign of your ability to carry your business idea from napkin to Nasdaq. And that can mean anything from the state of your hands (yes yes you Alfa-male self-starters, a manicure will make the difference between a yes and a no), to the pair of shoes you’re sporting. More pertinent still, given the amount of time you’ll be spending on the go, is your choice of laptop carriers. Trust us on this one: you do not want to go for the generic sling-on black bag, as all that says is that you’re more of a follower than a leader. This leather-clad, shockproof, carry-on pouch by Belgian leather good experts Delvaux will, however, ensure that half the battle is won.

For inspiration and motivation: Wired

With recent cover features such as ‘How David Karp stumbld on to Tumblr’ and ‘Why Jeff Bezos owns the internet’, Wired magazine (repeatedly voted digital magazine of the year) is the title that everyone from entrepreneurs to venture capitalists reads. That being said, the magazine, which recently ran a story on a subversive French collective (UX) restoring forgotten parts of Paris’ underground artefacts, extends its dominance of the geeky digital world by speaking to a larger audience of the curious and interested. With both UK and US editions, its blend of big money-talk, ideas, technology, culture and gadget consumerism, makes for a truly unique read.

For food and facility: pot noodles

When preparing investor presentations is the only thing on your mind, chances are cooking is, at best, seen as a necessary evil and, at worse, considered an utter waste of time. What’s more, once you’ve gone through your local pizza joint’s entire menu and your lovely neighbours make it clear they’re growing tired of you crashing their family dinners, your last resort is the pot noodle. The saviour to a generation of kitchen-useless students, Aiki Noodles’ pot noodles have graduated to the dim-lit basements of entrepreneurs. Think about it. All you need is a kettle, an electrical socket, some running water (doesn’t even need to be hot, saving you precious dough on utility bills) and you’re set. And you won’t even need to do the dishes after. Priceless.

For informative entertainment: Start-up.com

Ever since they were fifteen, Kaleil and Tom have had their sights set on becoming filthy rich by starting a dotcom. They’ll quickly realise though that it isn’t as simple as it sounds, as their idea – GovWorks.com, a website that allows people to do business with government – gets put to the test by uncommitted partners, demanding families, ruthless competitors and an unforgiving equity market. What’s more, with all the focus put on intellectual capital, the onus is on the founders – as opposed to technology – to make things work. The documentary, directed by Chris Hegedus, Jehane Noujaim, charts the rise and fall of this classic dotcom, and makes for incredible useful watching for budding entrepreneurs as to the pitfalls to avoid.

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“Movements, from memory to oblivion, from presence to absence, from shadow to light, remain what we could qualify as the main ‘themes’ of my work” says French artist Jean-Christophe Nourisson. And it’s true. His abstract sculptures play with contradictory elements that constantly challenge the viewer’s perception. His work is also characterised by the dialogue he creates between the art pieces and the exhibition space, and a desire for the visitor to fill each piece with his or her own personal meaning, exploring the notions of exhibition space, the viewer and the artist.

What the Helsinki, Brussels

In collaboration with the Finnish Cultural Institute, Brussels design shop La Fabrika, known for its carefully chosen stock of furniture, lighting and accessories, is putting on an exhibition of design from Finland. Taking a fine tooth comb to the meaning of Finnish design, there’s about 30 creations on show, by both newbies and established designers. Objects range from Timo Sarpaneva’s enameled pot with wooden handle to Antti Nurmesniemi’s sauna stool, each piece careful to reference the importance of nature in Finnish culture, with a nod to the country’s distinctive way of life.

Kool Koor, Brussels

Newly created exhibition space Blank opens its doors this week with a bit of a bang: the inaugural exhibition boasts the work of none other than graffiti godfather Chuck ‘Kool Koor’ Hargrove, who started out spraying walls and subways in seventies New York. Over time, the vibrating and colorful creations of this street art trailblazer, whose buddy list includes the likes of Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat, has made it from the streets into the hallowed halls of renowned international galleries and museums.

De Puta Madre, Brussels

Brussels’ De Puta Madre have a special place in Belgium’s musical chronicles: with the 1995 release of ‘Une Ball Dans La Tête’, this French and Spanish-speaking motley crue of rappers was responsible for the first real hip-hop album released in Belgium, ever. Brussels’ renowned concert venue Ancienne Belgique now wants to pay tribute, with an official stone-laying (no kidding) and a gig that will see De Puta Madre perform their classic record in its entirety. A rare opportunity to catch Belgium’s hip-hop legends live.

KunstenFestivalDesArts presents Subjex live, Brussels

Every year in May,  a whole bunch of Brussels theatres and art centres play host to the KunstenFestivalDesArts, a three-week art festival. This weekend, the festival is putting on a one-of-a-kind party at the Dexia Art Center with Planet-Mu-signed Subjex headlining. Also on the decks are Baby Kruger, Discoballistic, Hosmoz, Dada and DJ Nitro. And you won’t even have to put your hand in your pocket to get in.

Aaron Van Erp, Antwerp

Somewhere at the crossroads of figuration and abstraction sits Dutch artist Aaron Van Erp’s disturbing, and at times grotesque and surreal paintings. His work focus includes explorations into such sinister subjects as child abuse, terrorism and sickness. Van Erp, one of the most important young painters in Europe, is a political painter who denounces violence and human suffering – but never without a dollop of humour.

Jan Yoors, Antwerp

Photographs, paintings, tapestries and sculptures – Belgian artist Jan Yoors’ work has many faces. 40 years have passed since his death and it’s only now a well-deserved solo show has been dedicated to his creative genius. With this exhibition of Yoors’ photographs, charcoal drawings and watercolors, this gallery is shining a light on an artist who’s been largely forgotten since the 50s and 60s when his big-sized tapestries were celebrated along with a book about his time with gypsies. The black and white photos on show focus on New York in the 60s and 70s and its ethnic diversity and richness, with everything from Malcom X to Harlem Jews, and the city’s Chinese and Hispanics.

Sharon Lockhart, Antwerp

This weekend, Extra City is showcasing American artist Sharon Lockhart‘s video installation ‘Podwórka’. The artist, who lives and works in Los Angeles, filmed with a fixed camera to highlight the relation between the moving and the still image. Lockhart’s video lens is directed on the courtyards of the Polish city of Lodz and the children that inhabit them, creating an intimate social portrait of the resourcefulness of kids who turn these urban courtyards into things like soccer fields, playgrounds and sandboxes.

Jessica Backhaus, Antwerp

Photographer Jessica Backhaus, who lives and works in Berlin, is one of the most prominent and distinguished voices in German contemporary photography. ‘One Day in November’ is a series Backhaus dedicated to her mentor Gisèle Freud, and it perfectly encompasses what she’s known for. With a focus on the quiet moments and the oft-overlooked details of everyday life, her visual language is both intimate and delicate. Backhaus’s work has been shown in many solo and group exhibitions, including at London’s National Portrait Gallery and Berlin’s Martin-Gropius-Bau.

Absence # Presence, Ghent

The group exhibition ‘Absence#Presence’ connects two intrinsically intertwined opposites, giving free reign to nine contemporary artists to explore the relation between the two. Using all means of artistic expression from sculpture to painting to installations, each artist has a go at interpreting the theme. Featured artists include Manor Grunewald, Jan Verbruggen, Zachary Wollard, Eva Schlegel and more.

Bert De Geyter, Tine Guns & Sarah Eechaut, Dendermonde

Young Belgian artist Bert De Geyter defines spaces, shelters them or breaks them open. His work is a quest for the secret of the space; what it defines and how to divide it. He draws with and within spaces. For this exhibition, he invites video artist Tine Guns and Word-photographer Sarah Eechaut to create visual side notes.

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An excellent premise for an expo: 62 pictures, one from each member of the legendary Magnum photo agency. Responsible for some of the world’s most famous and iconic photographs including the one of Che Guevara above, this exhibition features a stunning collection of pictures from an agency that’s already rightfully earned its place in history.

Remote Control

The UK recently switched from analogue to digital television, rendering many TVs obsolete in the process while ushering in a new viewing era. No longer will the Brits have to contend with jimmying the aerial around in order to get a clear signal. This exhibition explores how society is dealing with the convergence of digital media and the effect the changes have had on older types of broadcast media, and will feature contributions from a laundry list of artists. Well worth a trip to the mall.

The Black Belles

With both the blessing and tutelage of none other than Jack White, the Black Belles are a force to be reckoned with. Carving out their own niche in what’s been dubbed ‘garage goth’ by some, this foursome are headlining at one of Brixton’s hidden gems this weekend. Make sure you head down and check it out, and make sure you’re prepared for a bit of headbanging.

Tief present Suol Showcase

Just a stone’s throw from Ministry Of Sound lies another London venue that’s fast becoming an institution – Corsica Studios. Though quite basic in its set up, this place has played host to some great parties over the past couple of years and continues to attract top notch line-ups. For this event, trusty promoters Tief will be hosting members of the Suol record label out of Berlin, whose payroll boasts Daniel Bortz and Fritz Kalkbrenner.

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The images originated out of a fascination for the subject. I see this series as research, which is not finished yet. It’s a small piece in a bigger whole, and this series is just the beginning. I want the viewer to almost feel the material of the print and the vague boundaries of the technique.

What technique was used for it? Was most of the ‘appearing/disappearing’ angle brought to the story after the shoot, in Photoshop?

All of it is done after the shoot, manually without any digital postproduction. For this series I worked with the printed images and made photocopies of them. By which time I have quite a clear vision of what the images should look like, but it still changes massively during the process.

Do you already have a very clear idea of the resulting images you’re seeking to achieve before beginning to shoot? Your work seems imbued by a stedfast vision…

Like I mentioned above I know more or less what I want in each image. I have a vague idea, or I get inspired by a shape or line I picked up on during the shoot. But there is still room for coincidence and experimenting afterwards.

You spoke about the importance of the model, Cilou Annys, in it. How did you find Cilou, and what was your brief to her for the series? Was this the first time you two were working together? What, pre- cisely, was her role in the shoot, how did you see her contributing to it, beyond just modelling for you?

Cilou was one of the new models at Dominique, she had experience but still needed some new images for her portfolio. Her look was perfect for the series! I believe a shoot is an interaction between many people, working to achieve one goal, her contribution was one of many important puzzle pieces to get this shoot to a good ending.

This edition’s fashion story was shot by Ismael Moumin, whom I believe you assisted several times if I’m not mistaken. In my mind, there’s a clear link to his style and approach in your work…

I think we are both photographers of ‘the new generation’. Fashion is an element we can use and alter to our beliefs and collage is a technique that gives a face to the society we live in today. We certainly aren’t the only photographers using collage today, but that is what I like about it, it’s a technique with a history, which we give a contemporary view upon.

The overall theme of this edition is the future, which I feel perfectly describes your work. How do you see yourself fit into the new generation of photographers? What does ‘the future’ mean to you?

We are overwhelmed by images on a daily basis. Where we used to be confronted with images only trough television and print, social media and new forms of multimedia have infiltrated our lives. I find that my generation feels the urge to look for ways to comprehend this fast moving stream of images by trying to find ways to move beyond the established visual boundaries. Concerning the future, it is a leap in the dark. It includes everything and nothing all at the same time. Which I think is a beautiful thing, especially when you are young. You challenge yourself and shift your boundaries constantly.

Although you describe yourself as a social photographer most comfortable working with people, your subjects often seem to be given more of a supporting role, with your approach and technique taking more of a central role…

It is true that I need social interaction when I’m photographing, especially as a fashion photographer when you work in a team. I have a great interest in people as a subject, but it is a fact that this interaction with the model becomes a less important piece and it isn’t something that shows in the final image.

Where does the better part of your work take place? Before, during or after the camera clicks?

Absolutely after! I love to work with my prints and really have an interaction with the paper.

Are there any upcoming photographers whose work has impressed you lately?

I know their work for quite a while now, but I am impressed with the work of Damien Blottiere and Sabrina Theissen. Blottiere because of the specific cuts and shapes that enter his work, Theissen because of the beautiful light in her images.

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