Horsehead Nebula
Given my fondness for horses, it's no surprise that my favorite stellar object is the Horsehead Nebula. This dark nebula (also called Barnard 33) can be found close to Alnitak in Orion's Belt. Its silhouette is clearly visible against the red emission nebula IC 434. To the lower left of the Horsehead Nebula you can find the bluish reflection nebula NGC 2023. And further to the left features prominently the
Photo Shoot with a Mule
I went on a short horseback-riding trip with my friend Meret, who wanted to try out a brand-new, handmade saddle pad for her mule. I volunteered to take some pictures but had to realize soon that I was contending with aggravating circumstances: I had to switch lenses during heavy winds and had to hold on to my own horse, while looking for the right angle on slippery ground. Luckily my
Pessimism is not an Option
My daughter and I spent a wonderfully inspiring evening at the Goethe University Frankfurt, where the philosopher Prof. Dr. Richard David Precht and the biologist Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Volker Mosbrugger were discussing questions regarding the future of human beings. One major topic that was touched upon in the discussion was, what kind of effect new technological advances such as artificial intelligence and digitalization might have on our cultures and
Imaginative Architecture
Some creative by-products of my architectural shootings.
Seminarhaus Campus Westend
I obtained a special permission to take indoor shots at the colorful Seminarhaus Campus Westend at the Goethe University Frankfurt. In return the Studien Service Center received some of my images. I am very happy that my feature image was chosen by them as the title image for their current service guide for students.
Skyline at Night
Frankfurt am Main is famous for its skyscrapers and its unique skyline. In fact, it is the only city in Germany with a skyline of high rises that shapes the cityscape. Although the skyscrapers are always a fascinating sight, it is at dusk that they unfold their true potential. Therefore, on clear evenings, you will find many photographers on the bridges, trying to capture the beauty of the intriguing view.
Saxon Switzerland
The mountain range Saxon Switzerland is located south-east of Dresden in Saxony, eastern Germany. With its bizarre rocky sandstones, table mountains, gorges, cliffs and valleys this fascinating landscape is unique in central Europe. With more than 700 summits and 1,100 free-standing sandstone rocks this spectacular region is a rock climber's paradise. And if you like to keep your feet on the ground you can explore this area on hiking trails,
Creative in Dresden
Dresden, also nicknamed Florence on the Elbe, is known for its baroque and rococo architecture as well as outstanding art collections. The bombing of Dresden in February 1945 destroyed the entire historic city center, which was eventually restored after the war. The ruins of the Frauenkirche were left as a war memorial and the Lutheran church was only rebuilt and reconsecrated after the German reunification. Today Dresden is a buzzing
Multiple Exposures
While visiting Jena in East Germany, I experimented with multiple exposures. The feature image is a creative rendering of a street art project that illustrates how dictatorships treat critical citizens. The second image is a multiple exposure from the historic Johannis cemetery.
Black & White Architectural Photography
Due to the high number of skyscrapers Frankfurt am Main is also called "Mainhattan". Today Frankfurt has 30 high-rise buildings that are at least 100 meters high. Together they shape Frankfurt's well-known skyline. But each of the prominent high-rises is also unique in its own way and can easily be identified from a distance. And those, who don't suffer from acrophobia, can explore some of these skyscrapers on special