Raphael studied art and design at the Folkwang University of the Arts and spent most of his time working with (moving) images - not only on a theoretical but also on a practical level. As a director for many years, he also knows how to stage an object, person or subject.
Photography helps him to make social events visually accessible and forms the interface between his subjective, entertaining experience and the desire for permanent visualization.
He forces a social and dialogical relationship with his consumer through his promotional and documentary works. For this relationship has the power to open up new perspectives that transcend society.
