A Fresh Perspective
Photography is more than just a vehicle for capturing the world around me; it provides me with a palette and a set of brushes, with which I paint not only what I see, but also look to express the emotions that are evoked by the scene in front of me in that moment.
Growing up in the Netherlands exposed me to a wide cross-section of visual arts that laid the foundation of my photographic view of all that surrounds me. Early influences were the Dutch Masters of the 17th century, to whom I was introduced by my grandfather during museum explorations; favorites among them are the scenes of quotidian life depicted by Jan Steen and Frans Hals and the vivid landscapes of Jacob van Ruisdael.
My classical high school education was supplemented by the Boijmans Van Beuningen museum, where I spent many a lunch hour exploring its great collection. Here I was introduced to surrealism with a particular love for the approach taken by Salvador Dali; Dali also rekindled my appreciation for the work of Hieronymus Bosch, who often showed the folly of us mortals.
Universal Connections
My approach to any photographic subject is to look for understanding first; in this I look to establish either a connection between the viewer and the subject or capture the connection of the subject with its surroundings. The captured image then aims to portray this connection from a perspective that is part of my personal interpretation.
This interpretation is often a form of externalized introspection, which may alternately display the connection of isolated beings and items with their environment or highlight the whimsy of the profound world, in which we find ourselves. The universe is full of connections, many of which are waiting to be discovered; part of my journey as a photographer is to document these connections.
Any assignment, be it an event, a product shoot or a portrait session is always approached through communication with the client; this is where the first connection is established. Ideas are exchanged and a collaborative plan of action forms, ultimately resulting in a set of images that aim to exceed the expectations of each client.
And, lest we forget, it is important to have fun while practicing the serious business of photography!
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You are too kind to lavish me with such praise 😉 I hadn’t counted syllables, but I should have known — your lines speak to my soul and provide boundless inspiration!
Dutch goes the Photo! 
Lovely! Absolutely amazing!
Thank you! Took a bit to find the right words 🙂
And find the right words, you did
You’re most kind!
Short but powerful piece! Absolutely loved this.
Thank you!
I love this piece, brilliantly done.
Thank you very much! Most kind!!
Wow, Frank. Beautiful!
Thank you so much!! I really appreciate that.
This is exquisitely beautiful!
Thank you very much! I appreciate your kind words!
Oh, but they’re not “kind”–always sincere.
This is truly magnificent. Inspired me with your creativity, and uplifted me. Thanks Frank! Lovely weekend. 🙂 Blessings.
Thank you very much, Debbie! You’re most kind!
Gorgeous words! Love the idea of seconds like thunder – lovely image that. And always slipping through our fingers – very true. 🙂
Thank you, Lynn!
My pleasure 🙂
I look forward to your succinct gems – Bravo 🙂
Thank you! Much appreciated praise, particularly from an accomplished writer, such as you.
I find that forcing myself into 17 syllables is akin to a purification of the thoughts. (Maybe I should write a haiku about that 🙂 )
You are too kind to lavish me with such praise 😉 I hadn’t counted syllables, but I should have known — your lines speak to my soul and provide boundless inspiration!
Blushing… 🙂
😉
Just beautiful.
Thank you very much!