24 January 2026 – Another Brick in the Wall

De Wallen is the Dutch name for Amsterdam’s infamous red-light district, known worldwide and often associated with decadence, excess, and perdition. It ranks among the city’s top three tourist destinations. Yet De Wallen is also a neighbourhood where ordinary people...

24 January 2026 – The Olaf

I must admit that I have a complicated relationship with the work of Erwin Olaf. A renowned and internationally recognised photographer and gay activist, whose exhibitions draw large local and international audiences, he possessed undeniable talent and technical...

17 January 2026 – A possible Reconciliation?

Have you ever felt a brief surge of irritation toward a neighbour, because of the way he barbecues while you are trying to enjoy a quiet afternoon in your garden, or because she speaks loudly while you are attempting to nap in the sun? Such frustrations are part of...

17 January 2026 – The Perfect Picture

Het Perfecte Plaatje is a Dutch TV show in which well-known Dutch celebrities compete in a series of photography challenges. Under the guidance of professional photographers such as William Rutten, they are tasked with creating images based on specific assignments,...

28 December 2025 – Stepping into the Painting

Luc Delahaye comes from a background in photojournalism. He stepped away from that part of his career in the early 2000s and has since focused on a new genre he refers to as “photographic paintings.” These large-scale works blur the boundary between photography and...