ABOUT ME
As a photographer
I work in the field of corporate, editorial and documentary portrait photography, commissioned or in self initiated projects.
Clients: advertising and design agencies, publishers (magazines), cultural institutions, privately owned companies, public institutions.
As a graphic designer
I work on visual branding/visual identity. Designing and producing deliverables related to these projects.
Every project is a process of research, having a good understanding and generate intelligent proposals. Working together with the client in order to get the best results. That is only possible if everyone is on the same page.
My goal is to improving my clients performance and adding value by creating
impressive photography and graphics for marketing materials.
I believe in the power of strong imaging to promote and communicate.
I like to solve visual challenges, playing and experimenting in order to get impressive and unexpected results. And -if required- working together in a team to get the best out of it.
The combination of both skills could be economical and comfortable for the client (e.g. time savings, integrated results, rapid consultations).
I stand for professionalism, dedication and timely completion.
Mark Zeilstra, born 1961 in Utrecht. Education: graphic design and AV/photography BA at HKU Utrecht (1983-1988). Arcturus NLP master/practitioner, Kessel (B) (2007/2008), Courses at Fotovakschool, Fotofactory, Fotogram, NVJ (2018)
SUE | Behavioral Design Academy (2021)
Jobs at Studio Dumbar and Vorm Vijf in The Hague, SO Design and P&I Photography & Images in Amsterdam.
Owner/creative director at springvorm graphic design 1990-2017.
2018: Mark Zeilstra | photography and graphic design
2020: Co-founder Better Ways Agency