Friendship Blooms

“A true friend is like a flower that never fades, even when it grows far from home.”

Inspired by the sweet pea (Lathyrus odoratus), symbolising friendship, kindness, and gratitude, this series captures the emotional language of nature through simple forms and vibrant colour.
A close friend suggested I photograph sweet peas in her garden, a gesture that became symbolic. Discovering the flower’s meaning made the connection more poignant, a gift of inspiration rooted in friendship.

Drawn in by their fragile petals and incredible scent, I found in them a quiet metaphor for connection, delicate yet enduring.

This series focuses on intimate compositions, celebrating the gentle curves and textures of the flower. Through minimal, close-up views, each image invites reflection on the beauty of relationships and the softness that can hold so much strength.

Routed in light

“Beneath the surface of every flower lies a quiet power.”

Inspired by the strength and symbolism of the Calla Lily, this series of close-up photographs explores themes of purity, beauty, and renewal, drawing attention to what we often overlook, the roots. Though the Calla appears beautiful and delicate, its strength comes from what lies beneath the surface.

In the same way, our own growth is shaped by hidden foundations: our histories, experiences, and the places and people that ground us. Each image invites reflection on inner strength, new beginnings, and the quiet energy that supports visible transformation.

Exhibitions & Events

Guido Rieger’s Salon: Solo Exhibition Rotterdam. 2 Nov 2025 - 25 Jan 2026

Hungry Eye Fair: Amsterdam.
17-21 September 2025

Groot Handelsgebouw: Opening event at the
Maaskant City Park, Rotterdam. May 2024

Botanical Gardens: Exhibition at Arboretum Trompenburg, Rotterdam. March 2024

Rotterdam Photo: Exhibition at Keilewerf, Rotterdam. February 2024