Jens F. Kruse
Germany
Biography
I was born in 1961 in Germany and developed a passion for photography early on. By 1975, I was already deeply involved in analog photography, which laid the foundation for my artistic career.
Between 1992 and 1998, I dedicated myself to studying art and music, refining my creative skills and developing a deep understanding of aesthetics and expression. This education shaped my photographic vision and allowed me to blend different art forms.
Since 1999, I have been living in Spain, where I found new cultural influences and inspiring subjects. I discovered digital photography in 2003, which opened up new possibilities for image editing and creative freedom.
In 2017, I began to focus intensely on street photography. The candid, authentic moments of daily life fascinated me and became my passion.
Since 2021, I have been working as a professional street photographer. In this role, I have experienced numerous exhibitions and publications, showcasing my ability to capture the pulse of urban life. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of human nature, I manage to tell a story in every picture.
Statement
I examine the interfaces between visibility and concealment, between interior and exterior, between presence and reflection. The image works specifically with reflections, vistas and transparent boundaries in order to open up new visual levels. The window becomes a membrane between observation and intimacy. The visual language is characterised by multiple layers - light, shadow and reflections combine to create an atmosphere of transition. The protagonists appear isolated and at the same time embedded in a complex visual structure. Every glance, every gesture refers to a silent narrative whose outcome remains open. This series is a play with perception and perspective - and a silent attempt to capture the fleeting moments of the in-between. What do we see when we look through glass? And what remains hidden, even when everything seems visible?
