Growing up in the Netherlands amidst a culture of theatre, creativity and music, brought to me by my artistic grandmother, I furthered my education in Rotterdam in woodworking, fashion and interior design, worked in theatre and fashion display after which I traveled throughout the world owning only a backpack for 6 years. In 2002 Hugh Smith introduced me to professional photography and PhotoShop. It was there that I found my true calling, integrating technology, cultural history and my travels into a creative outlet. Hugh and I continue to travel extensively throughout Europe and the world...more