About me

Have I always aspired to be a photographer?

No, it was not always so.

In fact, my earliest artistic inclinations were rooted in painting. From a young age, I was captivated by art – its colors, its forms, its emotional power. That creative foundation eventually led me to photography, and at just 18 years old, I held my first exhibition in Germany. It was an unforgettable moment – but only the beginning of a deeper journey.

The true turning point came with the birth of my first child. I was driven by the desire to preserve every precious moment, every emotion, every milestone. Photographing my child became a way to hold onto fleeting memories, but it also awakened something profound in me. Capturing the depth of love and human connection through a lens became both a personal mission and a creative calling.

That’s when I truly fell in love with photography.

Though I’m especially drawn to portraiture – where emotions speak louder than words – I’ve found myself completely immersed in all forms of photography. I am a passionate, self-taught professional photographer based in Switzerland. Since 2015, I’ve received numerous awards and recognitions, with features in magazines – each one fueling my drive to grow and create with even greater purpose.

Yes, I’m completely addicted to what I do – and proud of it. Every image I create holds meaning. It’s not just a photo; it’s a story, a feeling, a piece of who I am.

To me, photography is more than a profession – it’s a form of art, a universal language, and even a meditation. Life itself is a constant source of inspiration. Music, meaningful quotes, and moments of stillness guide my vision. I strive to make photographs that reflect love, compassion, kindness, and the simple yet profound beauty of everyday life – especially in times of challenge.

I believe that beauty is not something to be sought out. It already exists, everywhere and in everyone. When we truly live in the present moment, beauty reveals itself. Everything else is just perspective and detail.

My early love for painting, my first sold photographs during a two-week exhibition in Germany, the birth of my children- each step has guided me to where I am today. I find joy in every part of the creative process, from concept to completion. And through constant learning, experimentation, and curiosity, I continue to learn and renew my understanding.


BIBLIOGRAPHY


A DAY IN MY LIFE

  • Spending meaningful time with my three children — organizing annual educational programs, using age-appropriate teaching strategies, and practicing yoga, music, and cooking together.

  • Developing business strategies and leading creative projects for my enterprise.

  • Exploring social initiatives with my children globally and allocating a share of my turnover to support them.

  • Creating photographic works from concept to completion.

  • Sleeping — and dreaming about art, workshops, and collaborations with the world’s best photographers.


LIFE PHILOSOPHY

“Mindful Consumption”


WHAT I’M MOST PROUD OF

Courage
I had the courage to start my own photography business in 2014 and have been coaching Vietnamese children and teenagers on mindful living in Europe for over seven years.

Persistence & Loyalty
As a passionate, self-taught photographer, I remain dedicated to supporting social projects around the world. I stay true to my values — Kindness & Mindfulness. I believe peace starts within, and I invite others to join us in spreading that peace throughout the world.

Growth of Social Projects
Since 1996, I have directly and indirectly supported the development of social projects:

  • Taught French to immigrant adults (Français en Jeu, Lausanne, 2007–2012)

  • Donated a portion of my turnover each year to impactful causes:

    • 2014 – Children’s education projects, Vietnam

    • 2015 – Orphanage project, Vietnam

    • 2016 – Medical aid and leprosy projects, India

    • 2017 – Eurasia, special education, Vietnam

    • 2018 – SOS Children’s Villages, Switzerland

    • 2019 – Happy School Projects, Vietnam (including Grand Champion Prize donations)

    • 2020 – Maison Chance, Vietnam

    • 2021 – Women’s Refuge of Basel-Stadt & Basel-Land, Switzerland

    • 2022 – CBM Christoffel Blindenmission (eye surgeries)

    • 2023 – Kiva (support for essential healthcare access)

    • 2024 – Direct support to Louis, a courageous young boy in Canada battling cancer since age two — a deeply personal choice, made at my children’s request.

Recognition, Publications & Awards
My work has been recognized internationally:

  • Top 10 Finalist – ICON Live Prints Competition 2023 in Las Vegas (Family Portrait, USA)

  • First Place – The Portrait Master 2023 (Family & Group Portrait, SWPP London)
  • Top 3 Finalist – 16×20 Photographer of the Year 2021 (Creative Portrait, SWPP London)
  • Second Place – 16×20 Photographer of the Year 2020 (Nouveau, SWPP, London)

  • First Place – Group & Family Portrait 2020 (WPPI)

  • Creative Portrait Photographer of the Year – 2020 (Creative Portrait, SWPP London)

  • Jury Award Winner 2020 – SPC Geneva

  • Numerous accolades from WPPI, SWPP, The Portrait Masters, AFNS Award, and more.

  • Multiple features in Rangefinder Magazine, Inspire – Digital or Not, and Gallery of Refined Art Magazine

  • Recognized consistently for Creative, Avant-Garde, Children’s, and Environmental Portraiture

  • Winner of Absolute Masterpiece 2017 – Viewbug

Creativity
I find inspiration everywhere — especially in music and meaningful quotes. I design my own backdrops, accessories, and clothing for each shoot. The entire creative process, from vision to final image, fills me with joy.

STRENGTHS

  • Hard-working (18–24 hours daily if needed)

  • Persuasive communicator

  • Motivational leader

  • Strong user experience intuition

  • Positive thinker

LANGUAGES

  • German – *****

  • Vietnamese – *****

  • French – ****

  • English – ***

EDUCATION

SPC Judge Switzerland since January 2021

Mentor & Instructor @ Academy SPC Switzerland since 2021

Competitions internationaux & Live Print Judging Education (Las Vegas & London) since 2019

Sue Bryce Education since July 2019

Masterclasses with the renowned award winning photographer Rocco Ancora: “Monochrome”, London & Las Vegas, 2019

One Day Workshop with the top 10 best world renowned fashion photographer Lindsey Adler: “Creative Lighting”, Geneva, December 2019

Photo Plus Class “Speed Up Your Workflow” with the world renowned award winning photographer Kelly Brown at the WPPI Convention in Las Vegas, Feburary 2019

Photo Walk with the world renowned award winning wedding photographer Johnson Wee: “Small Lights, Big Punch” at the WPPI Convention in Las Vegas, 2019

Phatform Class “The Art of Stylized Portraiture” with the world renowned award winning  portrait & fashion photographer Lindsay Adler at the WPPI Convention in Las Vegas, 2019

Two-days workshops with the international multi-award winning photographer Paulina Duczman at Maison Esprit Boudoir in Paris, April 2018.

Masterclasses with Jeff Rojas (“Studio Lights”) and John Denton (“From Photo To Print”) in London organised by the Europe’s largest Convention (UK), 2018

Workshop with one of the best top 10 child/animals photographer in the world ELENA Shulimova in London organised by Lovespired Photography by Kristina Vanagaite, 2017

Diplôme d’Enseignement de la langue étrangère, University of Lausanne (CH), 2004 – 2007

Language study/stay in London , 2003

Diplôme de l’Ecole de Français Moderne at University of Lausanne (CH),  2001-2002

DELF diplôme d’études en langue française in Freiburg (CH), 2000-2001

Abitur, Gymnase Bethel College/Bodelschwingh in Germany (Bielefeld), 2000