A photographer's memory of Paulo Mirpuri (1966 to 2026) at the tiller of Falcon, the 1930 Q Class he sailed with his old Cascais friend Patrick Monteiro de Barros. Of Hi Fly, the Mirpuri Foundation, and a man who kept building

Some photographs do not begin with a mountain. They begin with a friendship. A couple wished to mark three shared decades with something singular: a large-format work of the Alps that will accompany them for the future

Clarity does not come from more information, but from a shift in perspective.

6:23 AM. The moment of truth at 3,000 meters.
Piz Palü and Biancograt. Over 4 meters large. Perfection without compromise. A night in the cold. Waiting for that one, magical light.

Beneath the surface of every wave lies a force of staggering potential. This energy becomes visible, powerful, and measurable. Combining scientific insight with fine art photography, this article explores how ocean waves could inspire the future of sustainable energy.

When the power of the mountains meets the language of branding:
Graubündner Kantonalbank (GKB) featured several of my photographs in their 2024 annual report – an honor that fills me with a touch of pride. Read how nature photography can unfold impact in a corporate context.

Deep beneath the surface of a glacier, time slows. In hidden caves shaped by ice and silence, ancient air remains sealed — untouched for over 1600 years. These are not just formations of frozen water, but living archives of memory, light, and atmosphere.

On my journey to Nazaré, the home of big waves, years of preparation come to fruition. With three powerful storm systems brewing along the Atlantic coast, the waves are growing larger than ever. As winter storms intensify, winds exceeding 180 km/h sweep across the Irish coast, and even stronger conditions are on the horizon. This might be my chance to photography a 100-foot beast .

Exclusive interview with Swiss billionaire and Alinghi founder Ernesto Bertarelli, discussing the America's Cup, innovation, and the 'Culture of the possible'. Discover insights into resilience, continuous improvement, and what it takes to succeed at the highest level of sailing.

A year ago, we installed two cameras on the Diavolezza. Our goal was to document the impact on the glaciers caused by climate change and show these images live to a wider audience and we reached over 60 million people in the first year
Read what all happened in the first year

As Paris 2024 approaches, I had the unique opportunity to spend an afternoon with Victor Kovalenko, the legendary "Medal Maker," in a photo studio. With 11 Olympic medals, including seven gold, and 20 world championship titles under his belt, Victor’s journey from a Soviet sportsman to the head coach of the Australian Olympic Sailing Team is nothing short of inspiring. Our conversation revealed deep insights into his simple yet profound coaching philosophy, the importance of balancing dreams with hard work, and the universal lessons that extend beyond the world of sports.

Kalani - a true waterman from Brasil, raised amongst the big waves. His unique ability to master the colossal waves of Nazaré, armed with nothing but his courage and his body, redefines the art of surfing.

Explore the hidden corners of Venice in this unique article featuring stunning photographs captured during the corona pandemic by the Swiss Photographer Jürg Kaufmann.

ARD's latest documentary, features the groundbreaking Glaciers.Today project. Witness firsthand how we're capturing the dramatic impact of climate change on the Alps' glaciers, including the revealing discovery on the Tschierva Glacier in the Engadin.

Join me, Jürg Kaufmann, on a compelling journey through time and ice as we unveil the effects of climate change on glaciers. With our decade-long project, we aim to inspire a global conversation, prompting us all to #ConsiderYourImpact and foster a deeper understanding of our fragile planet.

Mike Baer, a man who has built an extraordinary career by daring to step out of his comfort zone. From founding his own bank to running marathons across all continents, Mike's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, vision, and the courage to be different. Dive into his inspiring story in our latest article.

Capturing Insights and Innovations - a Shooting with Reto Ringger for Sphere Magazine

Today I would like to give you a little insight into my portrait shooting for Sphere Magazine. The protagonist: none other than Reto Ringger, the Swiss lateral thinker in banking who has redefined the world of sustainable investment with his innovative and forward-looking approach.

The founder of SAM Group and Globalance Bank, Reto Ringger has revolutionized sustainable investing

Over the past year, we have had the privilege of working closely with a diverse and dynamic pool of professionals in finance, technology and business processes. With nearly 20 highly skilled consultants in front of our camera, our goal is to showcase the depth of expertise, the spark of innovation, and the personality behind the professionals, just as Ayaval does for its clients