biography
My motto as a “photographer”, “AI understander” and “idea creator” is:
The "simple - emotional - lively"
My works tend to be dark, with accents flooded with light and characterized by intensive image processing. At the moment I really enjoy creating images with a cinematic look.
I like to experiment with creating images using “artificial intelligence” according to my specifications. My images and image specifications are characterized by a simple structure with a concentration on the essentials.
It all started in 2010 with my work as a beauty and fashion photographer. In recent years, however, my focus has shifted to creating “photo art” and selling my images in galleries or online.
At the same time, I conduct workshops and work as a freelance journalist. My first illustrated book was published in bookstores in 2023. In 2022 I released my first short film, which received awards worldwide.
I was already interested in image editing while I was studying to become a qualified engineer. In 2009 I was able to complete my photography training at the renowned New York Institute of Photography (NYIP). After that, my photography career began alongside my normal job as an IT project manager. About 3 years ago I gave up my “regular” job to focus exclusively on photography and art.
Ralf Schellen, February 2023
Changing exhibitions can also be viewed in the “ Gallery Heidefeld & Partner ” (Krefeld).
Publications/Exhibitions
2024/05 SPC Photo Awards , Berlin
2024/04 publication Artistcloseup magazine
2024/03 Bonn Spring Salon, The Stage Gallery , Bonn
2023/12 Certificate of Merit for Artistic Achievement, Luxembourg Art Prize
2023/10 DESIGNER magazine , Sweden
2023/05 Interview Magazine Modellenland , Belgium
2023/02 Magazine Modellenland , Belgium
2023/02 book and eBook publication “ spacey ”
2022 short film " Malum "
2022/09 Award "Best Debut Short" - "Malum", AFTER HOUR FILM FESTIVAL
2022/07 Award winner - "Malum", Open Window International Film Challenge, India
2022/04 Performance “Malum” at the International Short Film Festival in Oberhausen
2021/10 newspaper Rheinische Post
2021/10 Vernissage "Spy Art Edition", Galerie Heiderfeld & Partner, Krefeld
2021/10 publication of the autumn edition of DJournal
2021 permanent exhibition “Spy Art Edition”, Galerie Heidefeld & Partner, Krefeld
2021/03 Article Magazine "DOCMA"
2020/07 Art exhibition “Revierkunst”, Ewald colliery, Herten
2020/05 Publication online, DJournal , Düsseldorf
and much more ...
(Photo hits, Couture Magazine, Luxembourg Art Prize, Port01 KR, Port01 MG)