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2nd Place Silver Star Award in the 2024 ND Awards in the "Nature: Landscapes Category“
I'm excited to share the news that this morning brought an unexpected and immensely gratifying surprise – the 2nd Place Silver Star Award in the "Nature: Landscapes Category“ at this year's ND Awards competition ( ND Magazine & ND Awards ). Winning this accolade fills me with a deep sense of honor and accomplishment.
The recognition is particularly meaningful as it stems from a small selection of images curated from my extensive 10-year journey through the mountains of Switzerland in my latest project titled "Light, Shadows, and Glaciers." This long-term endeavor has been a journey of discovery, allowing me to delve into the captivating interplay of light, shadow, and textures within the glacial landscapes of the Swiss mountains.
To highlight the intricate details of the glaciers, I chose to photograph them in black and white. This approach strips away the distraction of color, placing the textures, contrasts, and delicate interplay of light and shadow at the forefront. It’s incredible how much more you notice—the cracks, ridges, and nuances of the ice—when color is removed, and the raw essence of the scene is revealed.
1st Place Gold Star Award in the 2023 ND Awards in the „Fine Art: Abstracts Category“
This was a huge surprise this morning and I feel very honored to win the 1st Place Gold Star Award in this year's ND Awards competition in the „Fine Art: Abstracts Category“ with a small selection of images from my long-term project „Botanical Studies“.
Portfolio-Box 2023: The Elegance of Water
I'm thrilled to present my 2023 Portfolio Box, where I invite you to explore the captivating beauty of water's simplicity. Building upon the success of my last year's Portfolio Box, this year's offering delves deep into the world of minimalist artistry, with a special focus on the enchanting forms and manifestations of water.
One-on-One Tuition
In my individually tailored 1-on-1 landscape photography workshops, you embark on a creative journey with me to capture the unique beauty of the wild Baltic Sea coast, the Bavarian pre-Alpine region with its countless lakes, waterfalls, and mountains, or the magical landscapes of the Swiss Alps.
You can find more information about the process and the concept on my website.
About Matthias
Nature and landscapes have always played a significant role in my life. I was born in the mid-1970s in a small town in Thuringia, on the edge of the Hainich National Park, in the heart of Germany, where I grew up with a strong connection to nature. Trips and vacations with my parents and grandparents often led us into the great outdoors. I discovered photography at a very young age, experimenting with the analog EXA and Praktika cameras that belonged to my parents and grandparents, which were manufactured in the former East Germany.
What started as a small hobby gradually evolved over the years into my profession and passion. My love for traveling also developed during my studies in business administration (BWL). My fascination with landscape photography was sparked by various stays abroad in Canada, Mexico, and the USA, with their diverse landscapes.
Nowadays, this type of photography also plays a crucial role in my professional life. In addition to workshops and photo tours, I often travel to Switzerland, Austria, and southern Germany to create work for commercial projects.