about me

I was born in the Black Forest, Germany, and studied graphic design before moving to New York City in 1995 to pursue my dream of becoming a painter. Along the way, I discovered photography—a passion that became my life’s work.

I have been a photographer for almost 30 years—a journey that has shaped both my craft and my perspective. My career began in New York at the dawn of the digital revolution in the late ’90s, when film cameras still ruled but pixels were beginning to quietly change everything. I started with advertising and jewelry photography, but was soon drawn to people—their faces, their stories, and the moments that speak without words.

Over the years, I have worked with musicians, artists, and actors, touring with Foreigner and capturing both the quiet and high-energy moments that define life on the road. New York has remained a constant presence in my work, especially the view from its rooftops—offering a perspective that reveals the city’s energy and beauty from above.

For over a decade, I worked alongside Robert Redford—actor, producer, and environmental activist—and his wife, Sibylle Szaggars Redford, documenting their world through photography and film. I captured stage productions, private events, collaborative videos, and countless social media stories. During this time, Mr. Redford became not only a collaborator but also a mentor. From him, I learned that storytelling is less about spectacle and more about presence, depth, and the courage to reveal something real. That perspective continues to shape my work today—behind the camera and beyond it.