Animals
For me, animal photography is a way of visualising the diversity and importance of animals - without kitsch, simply as they are. Whether insects, birds or larger wild animals: they all have their place in the ecosystem and fulfil important tasks. They pollinate plants, regulate other animal populations or ensure that nutrients remain in circulation.
My photos are intended to show how different and exciting animals can be - not just the ‘spectacular’ ones, but also those that are often overlooked. I am not interested in perfect poses, but in real encounters.
The increasing destruction of habitats, the decline in biodiversity - all of this has real consequences, including for us humans. With my pictures, I want to help raise awareness of these interrelationships. Because species conservation is not a niche issue. It affects us all. And those who protect animals ultimately also protect what we ourselves depend on.
Birds
Photographing birds requires patience and good timing. Many are shy and constantly on the move, so you need a quiet location, the right focal length and a little perseverance. You have the best chances early in the morning or in the evening when the animals are active and the light is right.
It is important to know the behaviour of the species - if you know where which bird is when, you will get good shots faster. With the right equipment and an eye for detail, you can capture real insights into the lives of native bird species - without disturbing them.
Insects
For me, macro photography of insects is one of the most exciting, but also most annoying areas of photography. Visualising the small details - compound eyes, wing structures, body hair - is technically demanding and requires patience (which I sometimes lack :)).
Insects quickly disappear if you get too close to them, and the right light or focus is often only available for seconds. Nevertheless, the effort is worth it. You get an insight into a world that is barely visible to the naked eye - and you also learn a lot about behaviour, camouflage and adaptation.
It's not about depicting everything perfectly, but about looking closely and visualising what would otherwise be overlooked.
Amphibians
Frogs are exciting photo subjects - not only because of their colours, but also because of their shapes and movements. They rarely sit still for long, so you need patience and a good eye for the right moment when photographing them.
It is best to be out and about early in the morning or in the evening. Then the animals are more active, the light is softer and the chances of getting good shots increase. It is important to stay calm and observe your surroundings carefully - you often only see them at second glance.
If you take the time, you will get authentic pictures from the natural habitat - without much effort, but with effect.
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