Willem documents and captures people from various cultures and environments to showcase our uniqueness and our similarities across borders.
As an environmentalist, together with the intimacy of his portraits, he captures the beauty of our natural world. Willem’s lens focuses on the current challenges we face in the midst of a climate crisis.
Photo by Willem van den Heever
Ektar 100
Photo by Willem van den Heever
Portra 160
He is a multifaceted visual artist, an explorer, and tireless guardian of our precious planet.
Willem's playground spans the realms of writing, directing, cinematography and editing, all while harboring the soul of a bona fide adventurer and environmentalist.
Willem's artistic style consists of a combination of emotionally charged portraiture with a strong storytelling element, weaving together intimate moments, diverse human experiences, and the grandeur of the natural world.
Whether it's people or nature that he's documenting, an element of emotional connection is an essential component of his style. He aims to tell stories that evoke empathy, provoke thought, and inspire action.
Photo by Willem van den Heever
Ektachrome E100