I’m an Austrian photographer with Serbian roots. Photography didn’t begin for me with a plan or a clear goal - it grew slowly, naturally, and over time became something I couldn’t ignore.

My first images were taken with a phone, purely out of curiosity. I photographed moments, places, and small details without thinking much about technique. A few years later, my uncle lent me his camera for a trip to the States. That experience changed everything. For the first time, I felt how intentional photography could be. I knew then that this was more than a temporary interest.

I bought my own digital camera and started taking it with me everywhere - Japan, Portugal, Italy, and many other places. For a long time, landscape photography was my main focus. Later, through a brief experience in the modeling world, I found myself standing in front of the camera. That shift gave me a deeper understanding of people, vulnerability, and presence. Soon after, I began photographing friends and strangers.

Then life required a pause. Architecture studies and office work took over, and photography stepped into the background. During that time, I discovered analog street photographers whose work immediately resonated with me. The way they captured everyday life - real people, unplanned moments, quiet stories in public spaces - felt authentic and timeless. Film, with its colors, contrast, and imperfections, carried a depth I couldn’t recreate digitally.

Eventually, I bought my first analog camera from a second-hand shop. Like many beginners, I learned the hard way. I loaded my first rolls incorrectly and returned from a trip only to find out the films were empty. It was frustrating, but it taught me something important: analog photography demands attention, patience, and trust in the process.

I stayed with it. I learned through mistakes, slowed down, and became more intentional with every frame. Over time, I wanted more control and a deeper connection to the camera. Owning a Leica had always been a dream, but never something I considered realistic. Until one day it happened. I found a deal, trusted my intuition, and bought my first Leica - an M2. The design, the manual process, and the way it forces you to stay present changed the way I photograph.

My work became more confident. So did I.

My trip to Tanzania marked a turning point. Shooting entirely on film, without knowing the outcome, was both challenging and exciting. When I received the scans, I was genuinely speechless. One of those images - my personal favorite - was later selected through an open call by Leica Store Vienna in celebration of Leica’s 100-year anniversary. The main exhibition was shown in the in-house gallery, featuring the work of Barbara Klemm. At the same time, I was exhibited alongside six other photographers on the ground floor of the Leica Store, within the sales space, all responding to the same exhibition theme. Being part of this project was a great honor and a meaningful success for me.

Today, photography is how I observe the world. I’m drawn to people, everyday moments, and honest scenes that exist without direction or performance. I value imperfection, patience, and storytelling over perfection.

This journey is still unfolding…