Creating Without Limits
The days of carrying heavy camera gear and stacks of notebooks to create work while traveling are behind us. Technology has transformed the way we create. In the past I relied on specific locations and complex equipment, but now I can produce, edit, and share images from almost anywhere in the world. The ability to work on my art has become easier, but the creative process itself remains just as demanding.
Technology has given me an incredible sense of creative freedom, especially through working with AI. Projects like Echo from Beyond have expanded my artistic possibilities and reignited my passion for photography. Creating images with Midjourney fuels my enthusiasm and sparks a deeper urge to create new work with my camera. This continuous cycle of inspiration has elevated my artistic vision in unexpected ways.
Echo From Beyond
Today I spent three and a half hours on a train from Amsterdam to Paris for a shoot with Numero Magazine. During the ride I worked on my Japan project, selecting and editing images in Photoshop. In that time I was able to refine several photos and set them aside to revisit later with fresh eyes. I made significant progress and realized how well I could work while traveling at 200 km per hour through the landscape.
The freedom to work anywhere brings both opportunities and challenges. Having my laptop with me at all times allows me to stay engaged with my creativity, but it also means I am constantly in work mode. My creative process never truly turns off, which can be both exciting and exhausting. Finding balance is crucial, not just for productivity but also for mental well-being.
The ability to create wherever I am has shaped many of my works, whether on a train, in a hotel room, or in my studio. The tools I have at my disposal give me the flexibility to develop ideas as they come, without being tied to a single place. But while technology offers freedom, the essence of creativity remains the same. It still takes time, thought, and care to bring an idea to life.
