I create natural-light portraits with a cinematic yet documentary feel, focusing on honest, accurate representations of each person. My images aim to reveal more than a single moment—capturing depth, emotion, and the story behind the frame.

 Photography has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I first learned the craft at my father’s side, watching him work with film cameras and slowly being trusted to try them myself. Those early memories—waiting for film to develop, learning patience, learning to see—shaped the way I approach photography even today.

Now, nearly 40, I’m making an ambitious and exciting new push to build my own photography business. With years of experience behind the lens, I’ve developed a style rooted in authenticity, emotion, and storytelling.

Portrait photography is where my work truly shines. I love capturing people as they are—their personality, their energy, their quiet moments and bold expressions. At the same time, I’m driven by curiosity and creativity, always exploring other types of photography to expand my craft and challenge myself.

This journey is both a return to my roots and a step into something bigger.

23 Pictures / Janis