Marcin is a photographer educated at the Artistic Faculty in the Maria Curie-Sklodowska University in Lublin, Poland with passion for climbing. His work is regularly featured in international and local climbing and outdoor magazines. Marcin has been awarded with several prestigious prizes such as the 2020 Monochrome Award in the street category, 2019 International Photography Awards in winter sports, extreme sports, fine art and landscape categories and the 2018 MonoVision Photography Awards just to mention a few.
Q&A
- How did you start with photo/video?
I started my adventure with photography during my studies, then joining climbing and photography became my real passion.
- How would you describe your style?
The fact that I’m a climber helps me to capture the dynamic and beauty of climbers movement. I’m always looking for the right interesting composition and frame, beautiful colors and light, dynamic moves and eyes full of emotions. The details are essential, the thrash is the photographer’s best friend. Photography is an adventure and gives me the chance to experience great time with good friends and visit beautiful places.
- What inspires you?
People who manage to follow their passion despite obstacles.
- What is your dream shoot or project?
Shooting ice climbing on icebergs and glaciers in Greenland.
- What is your best advice to others that want to develop as photographers?
Pursue your dreams, never give up.
What is in your bag?
- What is the most important in your bag?
Camera and lenses, climbing gears such as rope, harness, carabiners and ascenders.
- What bag do you use?
Lowepro Powder BP 500 AW.
Discover more about Marcin Ciepielewski
Instagram: @marcinciepielewski
Facebook: ImageOfPassion
Website: marcinciepielewski.pl