Simone is particularly impressed by the fact that extraordinary nature experiences and animal observations are often possible right on her doorstep. You don't always have to travel far to have exciting encounters with nature," says the likeable photographer. This insight still informs her work today. Almost all of her photographs are taken close to home, on expeditions through forests, meadows, mountains and moors. For Simone, every minute spent in nature is a gain - even if the intended subject doesn't materialise.

With a keen eye and a wealth of experience, she is constantly rediscovering the beauty of her surroundings. The myriad facets of nature, the variety of landscapes and the little wonders along the way inspire her every time she travels. Simone is convinced that a lifetime is not enough to capture all the secrets and details of her homeland. This is what makes her photography so exciting - the quest to find new perspectives and tell stories in her images.

In addition to their brilliant quality, Simone's pictures are characterised by their versatility - and not just because of the different motifs. It is the many moods, the different styles that characterise her work. Sometimes it is the exciting interplay of light and shadow, sometimes the skilful use of sharpness and blurriness, which do not compete but complement each other harmoniously. Simone's work is characterised by sheer diversity, a powerful reminder of how diverse our natural world is, even on our own doorstep. Hats off!

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