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erik hijweege’s Stories, Lessons & Insights

We’re looking forward to introducing you to erik hijweege. Check out our conversation below.

Good morning erik, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? Are you walking a path—or wandering?
As I switched from a marketing career to Photography 26 years ago (never regretting following my heart) I am definitely walking a path

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I am fascinated by nature, with its romantic beauty and it’s overwhelming power. My first series Supercell was about large rotating storms in the U.S. As a follow up to this series I am now working on a new project called Remote. Again overwhelming landscapes but with a house in it representing a small human element

Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
My dad was an avid photographer. When I was a kid he learned me to develop pictures in his darkroom.
I started working as a marketing guy in advertising agencies. After 12 years of marketing I switched career to Photography. My dad was quite proud 🙂

If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
Follow your dreams

Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. Is the public version of you the real you?
Yes, as I am living my passion the images I create are from the heart

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people will appreciate the beauty and power of nature I try to capture

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