Eric, a French native, embarked on his journey into fine art nude photography in 1990, when life led him to Germany for professional reasons. Among his earliest discoveries was *Fotoheft*, a magazine that became his gateway into the world of artistic expression. It was there he found an ad placed by Kerstine, a celebrated amateur model in Southern Germany at the time. Their collaborations throughout the ’90s became a masterclass in the art of nude photography, teaching Eric not just technique but the delicate craft of connection with his models.

The black-and-white image featured here captures a moment from 2012, when fate reunited them.

During this formative period of learning by doing, Eric immersed himself in the works of renowned artists like Helmut Newton and Jeanloup Sieff, whose influence subtly shaped his early style. His journey toward defining his own artistic voice began in earnest when he collaborated with two esteemed photographers: Arboulan in Germany and Zseni Jung in Hungary.

With Arboulan, Eric learned the essence of high-quality fine art nude photography. Arboulan introduced him to the three essential phases of creating a compelling image: building a concept, perfecting the lighting, and capturing the envisioned shot—a photograph formed in the mind before the shutter is ever released. From Arboulan, Eric also learned the importance of discipline and efficiency in the studio, lessons that continue to inform his work today.

In 2004, seeking to deepen his craft, Eric attended a transformative workshop on artistic nudes in Sebesvíz, Hungary – a week-long immersion that he calls the best of its kind. For years, he returned annually to Hungarian locations, surrounded by a dynamic mix of amateur and professional photographers. Zseni Jung, who led many of these workshops, has been Eric’s most profound influence, shaping his perspective and practice in ways that still resonate.

Eric launched his VenusOnEarth project in 2004, inspired by his first workshop experience in Sebesvíz. This marked a pivotal moment in his journey, leading him to design his own website, join photography communities, and collaborate with some of Europe’s most talented amateur models.

Exploring the works of his peers online, Eric found himself both captivated and intimidated by their extraordinary standards. For a time, doubt clouded his vision, and he considered abandoning the project.

Yet resilience prevailed. A year later, he returned to Hungary for a workshop at the Andrássy Castle in Tiszadob. There, surrounded by the castle’s creative energy, Eric pushed his artistry to new heights, solidifying his commitment to his craft and the project that continues to shape his legacy.

Eric’s early ambition was to have his work featured in the French magazine PHOTO, which organizes one of the world’s largest photography contests. In January 2007, he achieved this goal and has since been published nine times in its pages. His artistry also caught the attention of the German magazine VIEW, whose jury selected many of his online works, including one that made it into their print edition.

Among Eric’s most cherished accolades is his recognition by the TRIERENBERG Super Circuit, one of the world’s most renowned photography competitions. In 2018 and 2019, his images were selected for inclusion, with some earning spots in their luxury and limited-edition publications—a testament to his dedication to the craft.

Eric has also shared his vision through several exhibitions. His exhibitions in Sopot, Poland (Solo), Hungary (Group, solo) and most recently in Paris (Group) stand as milestones in his career, celebrating his passion for fine art photography.

Over six years, Eric’s primary focus was a personal and ambitious project: a portfolio of nudes and portraits featuring the German amateur model Julia. Together, they completed an unparalleled 42 photo sessions, a record in his career. This extended collaboration sought to document Julia’s growth both as a model and as a woman, capturing her evolution through a lens that balanced artistry and authenticity.

This project remains Eric’s most demanding to date, requiring an extraordinary level of collaboration, trust, and creative innovation. The bond they forged through shared vision and communication brought an unmatched depth to his work. Since then, Eric has yet to discover a new muse who inspires him to such creative heights.

Eric is now focusing on fewer shootings with talented models, allowing him to experiment with new ideas and push creative boundaries. After exploring tasteful eroticism in his portfolio, he is now dedicated to transcending it, capturing the true essence of the beauty and individuality of the models he works with.

From a lighting and creative perspective, he continues to be coached by Sándor Benkö, a renowned Hungarian artist and lecturer, with whom he collaborates regularly. These efforts have paid off, as reflected in the growing recognition showcased in the Awards section.

The best way to describe Eric’s passion is a quote from Richard Avedon he recently read at an exhibition in Palermo, Sicily: “If a day goes by without my doing something related to photography, it’s as though I’ve neglected something essential to my existence, as though I had forgotten to wake up“.