Ever since he was a child, Rick has had a special affinity for atmosphere, light, people and emotions. He has been working as a photographer since the age of 17. Initially in Utrecht city centre, and now throughout the Netherlands. He studied photography at the Foto Academie and gained practical experience at professional photography shops in Utrecht. His first wedding was in 1988. From photographing old masters for museums to the most modern control rooms of Rijkswaterstaat, tangible and intangible heritage, crafts, traditions, folklore, architectural photography or church silver, portraits for staff magazines or advertisements; people, atmosphere, light and emotions…..