Photographers as Muse
Revenge of the Model (est. 2017) is an ongoing, heartfelt exploration where the lens is gently turned back on the photographers themselves. What began as a playful idea has grown into a soulful project—born from curiosity, humor, and a deep desire to challenge my own perceptions about beauty, visibility, and worth.
After years of being in front of the camera, I became fascinated not just by the images we create, but by the people behind the lens—their passion, their presence, their quiet artistry. This project is a tribute to them. It gently asks: Why are only certain people considered worthy of being photographed? What happens when we place the often-unseen photographer in the spotlight?
I believe deeply that everyone is beautiful and deserves to be seen.
There’s a unique vulnerability that comes with being photographed—something photographers often only realize once they become the subject themselves. I’ve seen how this shift can be both revealing and empowering, and I’ve come to cherish those moments of shared understanding.
Over the years, I’ve had the honor of photographing more than 50 photographers across cities, countries, and conversations. Each portrait is a quiet celebration of presence and reciprocity.
If you’re a photographer and feel drawn to this exchange, I would love to hear from you.
And to every model who has trusted me with their image—thank you. This project wouldn’t exist without your courage and generosity.
Ben Ernst being angelic in my white dress | The Netherlands
Gennadi being fabulous | USA
Wishing Aatish had an Afro | United Kingdom
Roaming Souls: Mike Stacey & Poetic Minx II | The Netherlands
Cam Attree's got It | Australia
Bob House blowing hearts like no one | Canada
Alistair, Un Trait pour Chaque Rêve | United Kingdom
Fredau in Stealth Mode | Canada
A Cage Lit
Antoon Achterberg, Where I Rest | The Netherlands
Just Add Water
Helena Vienna, touching | Germany
Derek Knight & I on his iconic balcony | Canada
Boss Vincenzo Pontarelli | Canada
Charles Lemaire, Pensées suspendues | Belgium
Roaming Souls: Mike Stacey & Poetic Minx I | The Netherlands
A soul between shores
Francis A Willey, The Artist, caught on film | Canada
Charles Lemaire, Entre ciel et question | Belgium
Ronald Shane Reeleder, Vietnam boy | Canada
Alfonso VQ, Ultimate Drama Queen | Germany
Bob House, representing Nikon | Canada
Jyves, The Dust Dilemma | Canada
Antoon Achterberg, Shadows of Unbinding | The Netherlands
Charles Lemaire, Visage de pensée | Belgium
Cam Attree & Sonya Lynn Yin-Yanging | Australia
Benoit Desjardins, Alligator and I | Canada
David Simmons & Dana Brady, shared stories | Canada
Antoon Achterberg, Silent Skin, Loud Soul | The Netherlands
Tony Nico, unshaken | New Zealand
Richard Plumb inspired in shapes | Australia
Bob House in the box | Canada
The Curious Gaze of Timo | Germany
The Art of Holding Back | Canada
Aqua Domesticus
Chimney Chronicles
Ronald Shane Reeleder, in his studio | Canada
