When I was seven, my father didn’t hand me my first camera, but somehow here we are.

My work examines the intricate and often melancholic relationship between people and place, by exploring personal perspectives on memory, myth, human resilience and the psychological weight of the landscapes we inhabit. Ultimately, to understand how the places we belong to shape our sense of self, and how we change when that sense of belonging is lost. Throughout this exploration, I seek hope in the face of loss.

I firmly believe that art has the power to console, heal, and restore our lost connections. Putting this belief into practice, I founded Prints for Wildlife, a fundraising platform that unites over 375 photographers from around the world to sell art in support of conservation. Since its inception in 2020, the platform has generated $2.5 million, donated to African Parks Network and Conservation International.

You can see more of my work on Instagram as Because People Matter & Pie Aerts