« I've always been passionate about fantasy and the imaginary. I dream of living in a small cottage on the edge of a forest, tending to my garden and lighting a fire in the hearth. A simple, peaceful life, much like the one described at the beginning of a good adventure book. As a child, I probably spent too much time playing with my LEGO knights and building treehouses in the woods. My only regret is never having met a group to play Dungeons & Dragons with.
My journey into photography began in 2020, towards the end of my engineering studies. Out of curiosity, I started watching astronomy videos on YouTube. The mysteries of black holes and time travel fascinated me. Gradually, I became interested in astrophotography and decided on a whim to give it a try. A real challenge since I had never used a camera before! I ordered a small equatorial mount, my first DSLR, and set out to capture M101, the Pinwheel Galaxy, with my father's old lens. You can't imagine the excitement and joy I felt when the spiral of this galaxy appeared on my camera's screen after a few minutes of exposure. The final result was mediocre, but that didn't matter; I knew that day I had found a new passion. I then spent a lot of time improving and perfecting my shooting and processing techniques. What I particularly enjoy about astrophotography is the delicate balance between art and science.
Switzerland isn't known for its clear skies, and I quickly realized that nights without the Moon, light pollution, and fog are rare. Out of curiosity, I turned to landscape photography. Spending time outdoors and capturing the play of light in a forest at dusk resonated deeply with me. This new discipline offered me a fresh perspective on the world around me, making me more sensitive to details and awakening my adventurous spirit.
Today, I feel fulfilled when I'm out in nature with friends, sharing a meal around a campfire and taking photos of landscapes or the Milky Way. In the end, it's not so different from a group of adventurers setting out on a journey, like in role-playing games, is it? For me, it makes sense, and that's all that matters. »