About
Currently Located in Los Angeles, Ca
About Maarten:
Hailing from the misty moors of Scotland, and officially Dutch (but with a global heart), Maarten is a portrait virtuoso with a penchant for the technical side of the lens. Armed with a camera and a twinkle in his eye, he transforms mere mortals into photographic legends.
From the dazzling lights of Hollywood to the cozy nooks of his own home, Maarten has a knack for capturing the essence of every soul he photographs. Celebrities strike their best poses, but it's his own little rascals that steal the spotlight, each frame telling a tale of mischief and mirth.
Born amidst bagpipes and thistles, Maarten discovered his knack for freezing moments in time during his early days in the lowlands. Now, nestled in the heart of Tinseltown, Maarten brings a touch of magic to the art of portraiture. The streets of Los Angeles serve as his stage, where each subject becomes a star in their own right.
In a world where emotions dance, from beaming grins to pensive expressions and the occasional playful smirk, Maarten crafts portraits that distill the very essence of humanity, frame by frame.
Some Clients:
- BBDO / CLM
- Turner Broadcasting
- ABC Network
- NBCUniversal
- Netflix
- Apple
- Time Magazine
- GQ
- Esquire
- TV Guide Magazine
- TV Guide Network
- Entertainment Weekly
- Halston
- Under the Radar Magazine
- American Airlines Magazine
- Shape Magazine
- People Magazine
- The International Herald Tribune
- GBR Sunday Times
- Parent & Child Magazine
- Craig Heni Designs
- Samsung
- Digitas + Paramount Studios
- BeachMint
- Emmy Magazine
- Air Europa
- AARP Magazine
- Variety