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Visual diary
Photography has always been a part of my life. As a child, I was fascinated by cameras, video editing, and photo manipulation. Anything that allowed me to capture and create. My work is broad and ever evolving, that is why I am not ready to exactly pinpoint my practice yet. I enjoy capturing strong, iconic portraits that reflect the personality of my subjects (Kees van Ruiten, 2024), but I also experiment with landscapes, social documentary, and commercial photography as seen in my visual diary. Whether working digitally or embracing analog film and printing techniques, I am constantly learning, refining, and expanding my creative practice.
As a queer artist, my work is often personal. Photography has become a way to document my journey of self-acceptance and explore themes of identity. Growing up queer in a small town has shaped my perspective and fueled my interest in art that challenges norms. While my work leans more toward cinematic storytelling than activism, I hope to create projects in the future that spark conversation.
I bring a broad creative skillset to my work, ranging from studio and outdoor photography to film development, creative coding, bookbinding, and publication design. I want potential clients to see the value in my aesthetic and way of working. While I’m adaptable to commercial work, I strive to collaborate with those who appreciate my artistic vision.
© 2025 Portfolio Luca van Ruiten