I’ve always been fascinated by living nature. I’m not only interested in animals, but also in plants, fungi and slime molds. Since many years I collect books about these subjects. I also started to photograph them after ending my professional activities. Nowadays I devote a great deal of time to nature photography. During my trips through nature I sometimes have my mind on a specific purpose, but mostly I wait to see what turns up. Although I love being outdoors I likewise enjoy the process of editing the captured pictures at home.
Normally, I take pictures in my own country. Usually, I do so close to my homestead or in the dunes. My wife often accompanies me. Occasionally, we travel together to other European countries or to those in the Middle East or Southern Africa. On these trips, we are also focussed primarily on nature.
In my photos, I strive to a detailed representation of the main subject and a tranquil background. I avoid artificial optical effects and do not apply excessive editing. When appropriate, I provide the photo with the vernacular and scientific name of the depicted subject.
Periodically, I publish my photos on websites such as Share Nature Foundation and 500px. I'm a member of the Association of Amateur Nature Photographers in Amstelveen, in the Netherlands.
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