My Story
Martijn Walet
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MY VISION
In photography, vision is the power of observation; it’s how you notice things that are worth capturing, how you document things that are worth remembering, how you see stories that are worth telling.
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MY MISSION
My mission with photography and art is to observe and capture the beauty of the past. To create beautiful images to uplift, encourage, and inspire others to think: What is the story? Join me.
Believe me, my journey has not been easy. There have been many ups and downs throughout. However the choices that I've made to this day have shaped my urban world to be what you see in my art. Today I can call myself an Urban Photographer.
My art speaks were words are unable to explain
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
Walking through the ashes of time, flaring up the dust of that what once was. Being aware of the energetic life that once embraced this place. A passion for abandoned places.
I am Martijn Walet, Urban Photographer, with a passion for abandoned (or derelict) locations.
That moment when I feel the warmth of the sun embrace me, even on the coldest winter days. Walking towards this ‘new’ beauty, who was lost and forgotten in time. This doesn’t just warm up my body, it warms up my mind. It gives a certain sensation which is incomprehensible.
The transitions some of these places make during their years of abandonment, it gives me a rush. A rush to explore, a rush to capture with my camera. Eager to bring the past back to life. Every time I walk into a certain location, I'm aware of the belongings people have left behind. Some for no reason in particular, others for reasons unknown to me. Every location has it’s own rich history. If only the walls could talk, they would tell you an absolute Hollywood story.
Sometimes I’ll learn the history of a location, and encounter attributes that will throw me back 40/50 years. Stunned, amazed and enamoured it has been “frozen” in time. That is the atmosphere I love to capture…..
URBAN PHOTOGRAPHY
Urban Photography requires a good eye for composition and a lot of imagination. It is the imagination that is captured in the photograph; not just what is, but what once was.
JOURNEYS
I choose my journeys carefully. Looking for enchanting places and taking risks entering locations. I love to tell the story and dare to take the risk.
STORIES
I love to capture rich history in my photographs. To give you a little peek behind the curtain, I write about the places I visit and the feeling they give me. My stories are here to envelop you as if they are your own.
URBAN ART
Only the most impressive of my photographs are turned into mesmerising artworks. Different images, styles, colours and emotions. Printed on materials that enhance the unique features of the artwork.
Every Urban Art image is printed as a Limited Edition.
GALLERIES
My artworks are exibited in my online gallery. For current exhibitions, check my website.
INTERIOR DESIGN
Art by photography can enhance your interior. Looking for a unique image? Contact me for the possibilities.
Series
A glimpse of my portfolio, set in a number of series. Encounter the beauty of decay and abandonment.
Fine Urban Art
Art is not just a handicraft. It's turning a feeling I've experienced into something tangible, so that you may experience it too.
Journeys
Come along, "walk" with me and join me on my journeys. I'll show you some beautiful places.
My History
EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIAL
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LEARNING
Over the years I've done many photography classes and courses to come to this level.
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THE RIGHT GEAR
I make use of solely Canon Pro Gear, nothing else.
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OFFSHORE CERTIFICATED
As a professional photographer in the Netherlands, I am one of a few to be fully offshore certificated.
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FEATURED
Guest jury member at 'Het Perfecte Plaatje' on RTL4. Asked by William Rutten to be a part of this Urbex-themed episode.