About

About me

My name is Freek van den Driesschen. 40 years old, born and living in the Netherlands.

I’m a very passionate landscape and nature photographer who wants to explore the world from another perspective. I like to see things differently, and that is why I’m able to create unique compositions. I’m always on the lookout for rare locations, small details, and natural phenomena to capture.

My drive is to go on an adventure – not knowing where it will end or what I’ll encounter. For me, that’s the one essential ingredient to come home with the most stunning images. I love reliving each journey by looking back at my photos over and over again. It allows me to feel the emotion – the exact emotion – that surged through my veins the moment I pressed the shutter.

Follow me on my journey.
I’ll let you feel my passion through every image.

HOW IT ALL STARTED

Back in 2005, I became fascinated by photography. A few of my friends were photographing dance events, and since I knew them well, they sometimes handed me their cameras to play around with. The moment I started experimenting with light, a deep passion was born.

Soon after, I bought a proper camera – a big step up from my old compact. I began shooting more seriously in 2006 with my first DSLR. I never took any formal photography training. I just learned some basics from friends and built the rest through trial, error, and a lot of practice. I think that’s why my work developed its own unique style.

My first client was Bikini2990.net, a large party photo community. Just two months after getting my DSLR, I was already covering major dance events. This experience taught me how to shoot in dark, fast-moving environments – a skill that still influences my work today.

Back home in my garden, I photographed everything I could see: my dog, a flower, a bee… anything that caught my eye. I gradually discovered what my camera could do and how to push it to create the images I envisioned. I basically followed my own unwritten course, and that hands-on learning made all the difference.

Today

Over time, my attention shifted more toward nature, especially landscapes and rare natural phenomena. I’m drawn to the raw power of nature – storms, lightning, auroras, dramatic skies – and the subtle beauty of textures, shadows, and light in untouched places. Whether it’s chasing thunderstorms or hiking to a remote mountain ridge before sunrise, I’m always hunting for that one moment where light and nature meet in harmony.

Since 2023, I’ve expanded my photography to include the underwater world. As a certified diver, I explore Dutch waters and dive sites around the world, capturing the serene beauty and intricate details hidden beneath the surface. Every dive offers a new perspective, from shifting light patterns to the textures and movements that often go unnoticed. Exploring these hidden environments has not only deepened my appreciation for nature but also added a new and expressive dimension to my visual storytelling.

Discover my passion

I believe the power of my photography lies in adventure and my perspective. Don't know where I'll end up and I shoot from angles other photographers don’t usually consider. I’m always experimenting, searching for bold compositions to craft that one unforgettable image to create a memory.

GEAR

Canon 6D Mark II

Canon 24-70 f/4 L IS
Canon 70-200 f/4 L IS
Sigma 150-600 f/5-6.3 DG

Canon 50 f/1.8
Samyang 24 f/1.4
Samyang 14 f/2.8
SMC Pentax-M 50 F/2.0 (reverse)

Canon Speedlite 430EX II

DJI Mavic Air

UNDERWATER GEAR

OM-Systems TG7

2x Sea&Sea YS-D3 MKII

AOI m52 (81°)
Nauticam CMC-1

Insta360 Ace Pro

AWARDS

– GURU’s Top Pick – Winner in category: Powerful waterfalls – June 2019
– Nominated for best weather picture of 2016 by Buienradar/RTL
– Being a part of the world biggest photo gallery with the Apple World Gallery 2015
– Being a part of #ShotOniPhone6 campaign (Wins 5 (!) Cannes Golden Lions) 2015
– Talent of the Week by Zoom.nl (09-09-2013)
– TVN: Picture of the Day (04-09-2012)
– Picture of the year 2011 (Onweer-Online)

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