Biography
Ioan is an adventurer and landscape photographer specializing in remote expeditions. Based in Bucharest, Romania, he first connected with art through classical guitar, which he began studying at the age of four. During his geography studies, he returned to trekking after a long break, rediscovering his early fascination with nature from a new perspective — photography. His path into landscape photography began unexpectedly in 2019, after his mother's passing left him with a camera. In his free time, when he’s not roaming the wild ridges and forests of the Carpathians, he spends his time exploring some of the world’s more demanding and lesser-visited regions — especially the high-mountain regions of Asia.
His images have appeared in a range of national and international albums and publications, including “Ținutul Momârlanilor – Țara dintre Jiuri” and the Visual Poetry Journal. Some of his work has also been exhibited in venues such as the National Library of Romania and even briefly featured in Times Square, New York. Over the years, Ioan has received recognition for his dramatic style in competitions including Fotogeografica (2024) and the ND Awards (2025). Currently, he is focused on preparing his images for printing, bringing his vision from the digital medium into the tangible world.
Artist Statement
For me, creativity is the fire that keeps me going. When I first picked up a camera, I was fascinated by the idea of stopping time — and then disappointed that the photos did not feel like the moment itself. The movement of the branches, the sound of rushing water… all of that disappears in a static frame. An image captures only a slice of the environment you were in, but I've quickly learned that it can be either a limitation or an opportunity.
I’ve always seen photography as closely related to painting, and I try to approach it from that perspective. In my opinion, a good photograph has to tell a story, and each one of us has our own way of telling stories. For some people, the story ends when they press the shutter. I spend a lot of time in the field hunting for the right angle and waiting for the perfect light, but at the end of the day, the camera is just a tool with its own limitations. What you do with it and the images it produces is what matters, because that is your artistic input. A sensor works differently from our eyes and brain, which is why a photo straight out of the camera can never fully capture what we felt in that moment. At least, that’s always been my experience.
For my images, during post-processing I use a wide array of techniques to achieve my signature style and maintain consistency, particularly regarding colour, and occasionally light or atmosphere. In general, I try to work with the scene rather than against it — which is why there are certain things I consistently refuse to do, such as adding or removing permanent elements or blending focal lengths. Why? Because the best part about landscape photography is the amount of exploration it demands. Unlike weather conditions, which can be highly unpredictable, finding a strong composition is a skill. If you know where and how to look, you will always find a view worth photographing.
Contact
For inquiries or collaborations, you can copy my e-mail using the button in the website footer. I will do my best to respond promptly when I'm not in the field. You can also follow my work on Instagram or Facebook for regular updates, stories, and behind-the-scenes content.
