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 allow children to make their 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 time spent on a 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 has made 'Dreams
of Flying' over the last four years with children from his
local neighbourhood in South West Germany.
( this portfolio only features a slection
of the images )
