Artistic photographer focused on lightpainting, portraits and events. Occasionally photographs weddings: bespoke engagement photos and couple shoots with a light-driven concept.
Michael Zöphel’s work centers on the world of light: lightpainting, expressive portraits and documentary event photography. Rooted in exhibitions and projects like ":terra nova nights!" and the "Body of Lights" series, his images carry a distinct artistic voice. His experience with Pixelstick, bodymapping and creative lighting techniques lends a unique signature to his photography. Weddings are not his primary focus, but Michael occasionally photographs wedding days. When he does, he combines his portrait skills, event reportage experience and lightpainting practice to create authentic documentary images alongside artistic couple portraits. On request, he integrates subtle or more experimental light‑based concepts to produce memorable bridal portraits that reflect each couple’s personality. His working style is calm and conversational: every assignment begins with a personal briefing to align on style and logistics. During the celebration he works unobtrusively to capture real moments; for couple sessions he creates a relaxed atmosphere, focusing on natural poses and genuine emotion. Couples seeking something special can opt for creative light treatments or bodymapping elements—always curated to keep the couple at the center of the image. Michael also offers 360° virtual tours for venues and exhibitions, which can be useful for showcasing wedding locations. His exhibition history and memberships (e.g. DVF, BBK) underline his artistic credentials. If you value a photographer coming from a lightpainting, portrait and event background who occasionally accepts wedding assignments and brings an artistic, light‑driven approach to engagement and couple shoots, Michael can offer an individual, creatively informed service. He works regionally and adapts his aesthetic to each couple’s wishes.