Crossing the desert on the
back of a dog, or searching for lost treasures on the
bottom of the ocean. Jan von Holleben’s photographs make nostalgic dreams come true.
Jan brings the influences of his parents – a cinematographer
and child therapist – to his work. His focus on
the visual representation of childhood, 'Child-History'
and concepts of 'Playing', come from his teacher training
course and he combines these theories with his personal
experience and childhood memories. Inspired by classic
childhood books as well as modern superheroes, he produces
‘Dreams of Flying’ since 2002 with children
from his local neighbourhood in South West Germany –
ongoing!
Awards
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| 2007 |
Bronze Florence Biennale Award for Photography / Florence |
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PHE07 Best Photography Books of 2007
for ‘Dreams of Flying’/ Madrid |
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Art for Aid Award,
Amsterdam |
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Anuário do clube de Criação,
São Paulo |
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Best CP Award, Munich |
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Cedefop Award, Thessaloniki |
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| 2006 |
International Photography Award,
Los Angeles |
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Young Portfolio Award, Kiyosato |
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Magenta Award, Toronto |
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Lead Awards, Hamburg |
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| 2005 |
Photoreview Award, Langhorne |
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| 2004 |
Audi / Next Level Photographic
Award, London |
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London Photographic Award, London |
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The Observer Hodge Photographic
Award, London |
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International Photography Award,
Los Angeles |
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The
Book: ‘Dreams of Flying’
‘The
Bird’ Movie
A
music video inspired by 'Dreams of Flying'
Photos
inspired by 'Dreams of Flying' taken by kids |
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Jan taking The Superman
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