Bio

Ariane Totzke is a Swiss-based photographer celebrated for her evocative style and her ability to capture the emotional depth of nature. Her work is distinguished by a masterful use of light and shadow, often revealing subtle emotions and fleeting moments in landscapes and natural phenomena. As a wildlife photographer, Ariane has a unique talent for capturing rare expressions in animals, such as laughter or a grumpy mood, bringing an anthropomorphic touch to her work. Her images has been featured by Tamron Switzerland, Sony Alpha, published in GEO Magazine, and exhibited internationally. Her project Beyond the Jungle, exploring the Swiss primeval forest, was awarded at the Luxembourg Art Prize in 2024 and again in 2025. She also received Platinum and Gold at the Global Photography Awards and was honored with eight Silver and two Gold Awards at the New York Photography Awards in 2025. Ariane shares her work with an engaged community of over 113,000 followers on Instagram and Threads, offering insights into nature, photography, and her creative process.