About
I was born in 1972 in Ludwigshafen, Germany, and grew up in the Palatinate region. I completed my high school diploma (Abitur) in Mainz in 1993. During my school years, I developed an interest in advertising and marketing, which led me to start working as an Account Manager in regional advertising agencies in Mainz and Wiesbaden in 1992. Later, I moved on to international agencies such as Trust and BBDO in Frankfurt, where I worked until 2000.
Subsequently, I transitioned into the software industry, taking on roles as a marketing manager in companies focused on the advertising sector. Later, I ventured into entrepreneurship, founding several startups in the fields of online marketing, debt collection, and legal tech. A particularly special highlight of my career was being part of the team at Trust that supported Michael Lang, the founder of the legendary Woodstock Festival in 1969, during the sponsorship of Woodstock 99.
After spending many years in Bavaria, particularly in the Bavarian Forest, I relocated to Syracuse, Sicily, in 2022. Since moving to Sicily, I have increased my focus on photography.
I also hold an MBA in International Management and Communications, which has broadened my perspective and supported my professional journey.
Equipment
- Cameras
Leica Q3 (with fixed Leica Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH.): A compact full-frame camera renowned for its exceptional image quality and versatility, ideal for street and reportage photography.
Leica Q3 43 (with fixed Leica APO-Summicron 43mm f/2 ASPH.): A variant of the Q3 featuring a 43mm lens, offering a natural perspective suitable for portraits and everyday photography.
Leica SL3: A state-of-the-art mirrorless full-frame camera with interchangeable lenses, perfect for professional portrait and studio photography.
Leica MP: A fully mechanical 35mm film rangefinder camera introduced in 2003, embodying Leica’s tradition of precision engineering and manual control, ideal for film photography enthusiasts.
Minolta X-700: A classic analog SLR camera, ideal for film photography enthusiasts and creative experiments.
Voigtländer Vitomatic II: A vintage rangefinder camera providing an authentic retro photography experience.
Ricoh GR III HDF: A pocket-sized, high-performance compact camera known for its sharp lens and excellent image quality, perfect for street photography and travel.
- Lenses
Leica APO-Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 ASPH.: A high-precision lens with exceptional sharpness, ideal for portraits and general photography.
Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24–90mm f/2.8–4 ASPH.: A versatile zoom lens suitable for a wide range of scenarios, from landscapes to portraits.
Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90–280mm f/2.8–4: A high-quality telephoto zoom lens, perfect for sports, nature, and distant detail shots.
Leica APO-Summicron-SL 90mm f/2 ASPH.: An excellent portrait lens with impressive detail reproduction and background blur.
Leica Summilux-SL 50mm f/1.4 ASPH.: A fast lens, ideal for creative work with shallow depth of field and low-light conditions.
Leica Summicron-M 35mm f/2: A compact, high-quality lens offering stunning sharpness and a classic focal length, primarily used on the Leica MP and adapted for the Leica SL3 via an M-L adapter.
Voigtländer Nokton 50mm MC: A compact, fast manual lens offering artistic shots with unique character, primarily used on the Leica MP and adapted for the Leica SL3 via an M-L adapter.
Voigtländer APO-Skopar 90mm f/2.8: A compact telephoto lens, ideal for detailed portraits and creative applications, primarily used on the Leica MP and adapted for the Leica SL3 via an M-L adapter.
- Flashes and Accessories
Leica SF 60: A compact flash with TTL control, ideal for flexible lighting in studio and outdoor shoots.
Godox XProII-L TTL Flash Trigger: A modern wireless trigger for precise control of flash units, compatible with the Leica system.
Godox AD400Pro 400W Outdoor TTL Flash: A powerful portable flash for professional studio and outdoor shootings.
Godox Lux Senior Retro Camera Flash GN25: A retro-inspired flash for creative lighting effects with TTL automation.
- Computer
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023, 96 GB RAM): A high-performance laptop, ideal for photo editing, video production, and workflow management.
- Printer
Epson SureLab D1000: A professional photo printer delivering high-quality prints for exhibitions, clients, or personal collections.