Tag:Expedition

The challenge on Robinson Crusoe Island: The hunt for the Juan Fernandez Firecrown Hummingbird

As many of you know, I’m no expert when it comes to birds. My standard joke is always that I can tell you they have wings and can fly – except for penguins! But the challenge of photographing them gets me every time. This was also the case during my stay on Robinson Crusoe Island. Together with two excellent photographers, Conrad and Kevin, we set off in search of a very special target: the Juan Fernandez Firecrown Hummingbird. This little […]

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Fire and tradition: A trip to the Baining Firedance in Papua New Guinea

Feuer und Tradition: Eine Reise zum Baining Firedance in Papua-Neuguinea 4. September 2024 During my travels to Papua New Guinea, I had the special opportunity to experience and document the Baining Fire Dance – one of the most impressive traditions of the Baining tribes on the island of New Britain. This dance is much more than a spectacle. It is a deeply rooted ritual that expresses the culture and spirituality of the Baining in an intense interplay of fire and […]

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Meeting the Asmat people: an unforgettable visit to the village of Per, Indonesia

On my last expedition, I had the privilege of visiting one of the most remote places in the world: the village of Per in Indonesia, home to the fascinating Asmat people. When we arrived with the Zodiacs, we were already greeted by the impressive canoe warriors. Their presence and the intensity of their gaze immediately left a lasting impression. This first encounter with the Asmat people was the prelude to an unforgettable experience. On arrival, we were allowed to take […]

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Falklands & South Georgia

My expedition to the Falkland Islands and South Georgia As an expedition photographer, I had the privilege of taking part in an unforgettable trip to the remote Falkland Islands and the breathtaking South Georgia. These remote islands, far from civilization, offer indescribable beauty and a fascinating variety of wildlife. The Falkland Islands greeted me with their rolling hills, rugged coastline and endless expanses that make every adventurer’s heart beat faster. Exploring this landscape, I could hardly get enough of the […]

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The first season in Antarctica

Unique insights: My first season as an expedition photographer in Antarctica The transition from the majestic mountains of the Himalayas to the icy wilderness of Antarctica was a fascinating step in my photographic adventure. Shortly after my expedition in the Himalayas, my next destination took me directly to the icy south, where I worked as an expedition photographer for two months. The trip to Antarctica was not only a unique experience, but also an educational one that will leave a […]

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Himalayas: Trekking & Island Peak ascent

“From the Everest region to Island Peak: a trekking adventure full of twists and turns” The idea for my trekking adventure in Nepal was born at the beginning of 2023 together with Alex. Originally we planned an Everest Base Camp (EBC) trek in conjunction with her guiding business and my role as photographer and assistant guide. We quickly decided to organize the tour not only for business, but also to start a social project for the region and to support […]

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