Luuk Kramer

photographer

Dutch[1] b. 1958, Eindhoven[1] active 1982–present

Luuk Kramer is a Dutch professional architecture and landscape photographer. Born in Eindhoven in 1958, he studied Biology before attending the Rijksacademie (1982-1983). His work transitioned from 'people' photography to a focus on architecture, landscapes, and infrastructure. He has received numerous working grants from the Dutch Foundation for Fine Arts and has been commissioned by various institutions, including the Van Gogh Museum and the NAi. Kramer is known for his documentary approach to urban environments and historical structures.[1]

  • architecture
  • landscape
  • infrastructure
  • urban history

Books

Works by Luuk Kramer

  • 1992 Bedrijfscultuur in Nederland Rijksmuseum · book · Dutch · ISBN 9064501513 Co-authored/photographed with Reinier Gerritsen.
  • 2017 Waterworks in The Netherlands nai010 · book
  • 2015 The New Suez Canal – A Challenge in Time Paradox · book

Exhibitions

  • 1992 Bedrijfscultuur in Nederland Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · group
  • 2015 Het Rijtjeshuis Van Eesteren Museum, Amsterdam · solo

Awards

  • 2001 Rietveldprijs Gemeente Utrecht

References

  1. Luuk Kramer. 'Biography'. https://luukkramer.nl/biography/ link