Welcome to the world of Katja van der Kwast.
Katja van der Kwast I am a photographic artist in fine art and mixed media photography. Portraits of landscapes, animals, people, they all bear my specific signature, emotion is central. I love to tune into vibes, capture evocative images while tuning into the moment, trying to capture what is felt through the lens, as you were there in person. I have a classical creative background in drawing and painting from an early age. And took (master) classes in various classical and latest art techniques to enhance my skills. Which later developed into photography and fine art.
The portfolios consist of series, each with their own specific stylistic elements, strongly influenced by my passion for art, history, symbolism, the mystical world, literature and travel. Using photomeng techniques and other disciplines, each image is unique and continues to evolve. It is a place where worlds meet through time, borders do not exist and fascination with the unknown becomes a reality. A duality through which I encourage you to look beyond the familiar. Softness, shadow play yet intimate.