Joerg Stephan

Born and raised near Stuttgart, I now reside in Bavaria. Photography has been a lifelong passion, experiencing varying degrees of intensity throughout the years. After exploring travel and studio photography, I discovered street photography, which has become my primary focus. This medium requires minimal equipment and utilizes people in their natural environments as models, providing a compelling reason to venture outside.

I appreciate the dynamic process of wandering through city streets, remaining observant for unique moments. There are days when I return home with a photograph that resonates with me, and I often revisit my images, uncovering hidden gems that may not have been obvious at first glance. My work is characterized by authenticity, as I do not employ AI in my photography; all images are captured directly from the camera, with only slight post-processing applied when necessary.

I am exploring new avenues by transforming my street photos into new works of art using digital tools, layers and effects. This creative approach allows me to reinterpret existing impressions and extend the experience for the viewer. Additionally, I print my photos myself, which gives me greater control over the quality and presentation of my work. These prints are available for purchase in my shop. Each piece is crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail, offering you a unique artwork.

Always on the lookout for new projects, I regularly immerse myself in the classic car scene, with a particular interest in American cars. The owners of these impressive chrome cruisers tell stories through their vehicles, and I am fascinated by capturing their passion and dedication. We will see what emerges from this; I am eager to explore the creative possibilities that these new inspirations will bring.

Exhibitions and Photo Contests

2020 Finalist Siena International Photo Award (SIPA)

2021 Guerilla Exhibition german street photography meeting - Frankfurt a.M.

2021 Venice Photo Lab - Group Exhibitions with IG Photographers

2021/22 Solo Exhibition in Hugendubel Bookstore in Landshut/Germany

2022 Finalist Siena International Photo Award (SIPA)

2022 Published in “The Avenue Magazine” - Californian Street Photography

2022 Finalist KiraArt Gallery , International Online Gallery

2022 Guerilla Exhibition german street photography meeting - Hannover

2022 Workshop with Phil Penman in Paris

2023 Blende 2022; 1st place, Category creative reflections, Landshuter Zeitung

2023 Solo Exhibition street&urban, Kleine Rathausgalerie, Landshut

2023 meet&street open gallery, Nürnberg

2023 Workshop with Phil Penman in Tokyo

2024 DOCU Magazine - published special edition Issue 443/2024

2024 meet&street open gallery, Hamburg

2024 neu: Workshops in München: Street Photography in schwarz-weiß

2024 Projekt digital StreetART - neue Kunstwerke entstehen s. Website

2025 Guest of Wolfgang Mertens in his Streetphotography “unposed Podcast”

2025 continued: Street Photography Workshop offering in München - see Workshop

Member streetphotographyfoundation

Member DFJV

If you want to learn more about me, listen to the unposed Podcast. Available on Spotify.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7uq0qAwBJUwPMeEpmotobZ?si=TQU9g-gITSCcupk4iWw0wA

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https://www.unposed-podcast.de/podcast