Jürg’s Journal

Nature gives me clarity, and if I can share it through my photography, it makes me happy.

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Dare to Dream, Prove to Achieve: An Afternoon with Victor Kovalenko, the Medal Maker

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.

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Mike Baer: A Journey Beyond Boundaries

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.

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A Moment with Shirley Robertson

Shirley Robertson, a British sailor who won two Olympic Gold medals, mother of two and presenter at CNN TV Series Mainsail.Portrait shooting has a magical element which I enjoy every time from the first to the last moment, having the privilege to spend a private moment lasting from a few minutes up to one day or more with a personality.

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