Niels Schumms is a German photographer and visual artist based in Berlin. He is best known for his unique and creative approach to photography, which often combines elements of surrealism, abstraction, and minimalism.
Born in 1979 in Berlin, Niels Schumms developed an interest in photography at an early age. After completing his studies at the University of Applied Sciences in Berlin, he began working as a freelance photographer. His work has been featured in numerous publications including Vogue, GQ, and The New York Times Magazine.
In addition to his commercial work, Niels Schumms has also created several personal projects that explore themes such as identity, memory, and the human condition. His work has been exhibited internationally at galleries and museums including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and the Centre Pompidou in Paris.
Niels Schumms’s photographs are characterized by their dreamlike quality and use of light to create atmosphere. He often uses long exposures to capture moments that are otherwise invisible to the naked eye. His images are often abstracted or blurred to create a sense of mystery or ambiguity.
Niels Schumms continues to push the boundaries of photography with his innovative approach to image-making. He is currently working on a new series exploring themes of time and memory through the use of multiple exposures and digital manipulation techniques.