Motivational lecture

In my motivational lecture, I take you on a personal and inspiring journey. For over 20 years in the office to find my true passion in photography. For more than two decades, I felt drained, empty and unfulfilled every time I went to work in my office job, but I didn't understand why. Only when I accidentally discovered the magic rush of photography did it dawn on me: I had been living without purpose and felt dead inside because my office job didn't stimulate me at all—I was simply bored.

Finding your passion…. so something man really passionate about, changes everything. I started out feeling a little pug about finding my passion so late in life, but in the same breath also very grateful, because some people NEVER find their passion. It not only gave me a burning fire inside, but also the understanding of why I had been so unhappy in my previous job. 

Taking the plunge and becoming an independent photographer, especially at the late age of over 38, was a very scary decision. I had bills, a mortgage and adult obligations—I couldn't just "play". Money had to be on the table. But one thing I knew: If I didn't believe it myself, why should others? That belief in myself was what drove me on.

Today I have made a living from my photography for over a decade and I still do. I work with big brands, travel the world with my camera and have now built a business that is recognized and strong in brand recognition. I teach other photographers workshops, run photography bootcamps in Spain, I've published books and launched online courses — all because I dare believe in my dream even though I am neither technically inclined nor thought I was a natural entrepreneur

In this 1-1.5 hour long motivational lectures I share my ups and downs—the struggles, the fears, the doubts, and ultimately the victories. My story is for anyone who feels stuck, uninspired or afraid to follow their passion. I'm living proof that it's never too late to start and that your dreams are worth pursuing, no matter what challenges come your way. If I could do it, so can you. Let me show you how to dare to believe in yourself and take the leap.

My story goes hand in hand with some of my beautiful pictures that support the story along the way.