As a child, I already loved exploring the world and went on adventures with my mother's SLR camera, noticing things that others didn't see. At the age of 12, I participated in a photo contest and won the first prize with a photograph of a row of mushrooms on a train track, with an ant walking on one of the mushrooms. The jury appreciated the ant on the mushroom as a delightful detail and cleverly observed. I'm 34 years old now and I still view the world with the curiosity of a child.
I studied Photography and Graphic Design at the Minerva Art Academy in Groningen and have worked for various design agencies. Last year, I completed the National Geographic Photography Masterclass. Seven years ago, I began flying as a stewardess for KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. This way, I am fortunate to explore much of the world and capture this with my camera.
I am an entrepreneurial, energetic, sincere, open-minded, solution-oriented, and eager-to-learn individual who enjoys diving into matters thoroughly. I easily connect with others through my enthusiastic and open attitude, disarming smile, and authentic way of communicating. I really appreciate no-nonsense and simplicity, and you can see this r
