Michiel Elsevier Stokmans has over 30 years of experience as a photographer of fine arts, decortive arts and design objects in all shapes and forms.
Countless art books, magazine and newspaper illustrations and over 1000 auction catalogues, are the result.
The subjects of his photography are hugely diverse ranging from paintings, furniture, contemporary art installations, video installations, sculpture, Asian art, jewellery, silver, ceramics and glass, but also complete museum interiors, classic cars, jukeboxes, antique arms, clocks and watches. Photography takes place on location or at the well equipped photo studio.
All the above objects and art, produced by artists and designers recieve his full attention and the carefull treatment they deserve. As an art photgrapher you have to have many different skills. It goes without saying that photographing a diamond requires a different technique than photographing a painting, a sculpture or an interior. Building up enough experience to make these different facets routine takes many years.
Art is such a diverse subject matter that even after more than 30 years of experience Michiel is still touched by the beauty and fascinated by the craftsmanship and influence of these objects on their surroundings.
The essence of art photography is the ability to place onself in the artists shoes, and trying to find what the artist is trying to communicate with his work. This is a process that begins with looking and ends with seeing.
The quest for the perfect angle, the perfect lighting, the best perspective and the most interesting detail is a challenge that leads to the best pictures.
Michiel Elsevier Stokmans works for Museums, Auctionhouses, Art dealers, private collectors, designers, architects and real estate agents.
Many of these clients value discretion and integrity above all, these two aspects are taken very seriously by Elsevier Stokmans Photography, as such it is not possible to show examples of all of his work on this website.
If you are interested in exploring any possibilities please contact Michiel Elsevier Stokmans for an appointment.
Contact: Michiel Elsevier Stokmans Vossenweg 8 3941 GT Doorn +31 6 22522361