Jacob Van Rozelaar is a Dutch photographer and visual artist based in Amsterdam. He is best known for his unique and captivating photographs of the urban landscape.
Born in the Netherlands in 1975, Jacob developed an early interest in photography and art. He studied photography at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague, where he graduated with honors in 2000. After graduating, he began to explore the world of photography and visual art, traveling to various countries around Europe and North America to capture unique images of urban landscapes.
Jacob's work has been featured in numerous exhibitions around the world, including shows at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, and the Centre Pompidou in Paris. His photographs have also been published in several books, including his own monograph titled "Urban Landscapes".
Jacob's work is characterized by its vivid colors and bold compositions. He often uses long exposures to capture light trails from passing cars or boats, creating a sense of movement within his images. His photographs are often described as dreamlike or surrealistic due to their unique perspectives on everyday scenes.
Jacob continues to explore new ways of capturing urban landscapes through his photography today. He is currently working on a new series that focuses on capturing light trails from airplanes flying overhead at night.