Sjors is a graphic designer specialised in visual identity and editorial design.

I know Sjors as a guy that knows how to balance a serious look on design, while maintaining that classic Dutch down to earth attitude. I wanted to capture this by photographing him wearing glasses, as a true designer should, but also in an urban, street-style environment. On top of that I chose to go for that sweet sweet teal&orange look to make the photo have a pop of color, without overdoing it.

Because we had an overcast day, you will notice that Sjors has soft shadows on his face. These softer shadows allow for a nice even gradient from light to dark across the Sjors’s face, making his face pop. Quick tip: make sure your model is facing the sky, so that the light reflects off their eyes, this creates a life-like feeling.