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About my work
What I bring
I'm experienced at lighting spaces and making them feel like something. Camera movement that actually adds to the story. And a skillset built outdoors. I film on big mountains and big waves, in places most crews won't go.
I love pushing myself and seeking discomfort. That's usually where the best shots live.
The start
Growing up, you'd always find me behind the camera, filming my friends tearing up the skatepark. while they were dialing in kickflips down stair sets, I was figuring out how to frame the shot. that's where it started: finding unique angles, making every trick look better on screen.
fast forward to now, and I don't film skateboarding as much, but the skills from back then still shape how I shoot. filmmaking, especially documentaries, is where my passion really sits. there's nothing like piecing together a story, blending visuals and narrative into something that pulls people in.
because of my background in extreme sports, I'm always up for a challenge: scaling a peak, braving freezing water, whatever it takes to get the shot.
I've been lucky to work with some incredible clients over the years, and I'm grateful for the trust they've put in me to bring their stories to life.
FAQs
Haarlem Studios
In late 2022, Frank and I stumbled upon an amazing spot with a huge automatic garage door and an entire upper level.
Renting it without a clear plan, we quickly transformed it into a studio for our filmmaking gear and projects. What began as a simple idea grew into our own beautiful studio space, ideal for various projects and events.
