About Me
A photographer & blogger on the road, that’s what I am but who I am. A down-to-earth Zeeland girl, raised on a beautiful farm with my brothers, sister, and lovely parents! From a young age, I realized that I was interested in starting something that was completely my own, so that no one could have a say in my 'freedom'... and so it happened, at the age of 21, I started my own photography business under the name Mardiefotografie.
It was a big step for someone who was only 21, but it felt right, and I had to do it! My dream was to make a living from this, and I succeeded, but then came a new dream...
A camper and traveling as a photographer! Well, first the camper, that was a plan where I thought I’d be traveling just two months after buying it... unfortunately, that wasn’t how it went at all! Haha.
First, I had to get it fixed mechanically, then it broke down at least five more times, and after sprucing up the interior, adding solar panels, batteries, inverters, a shower, etc., I will finally make my first trip of 2.5 months in 2024.
Then I had to think about how I could still make money on the road... but not with just any temporary job or something random. There had to be a plan to generate another source of income...
That’s when this website came into play, full of information and fun blogs to read about my travels, photography tips, what and how to shop for a trip, must-haves, photos you can have printed, and so much more.
Actually, there’s a little bit of everything you might have been looking for a long time, or that one push to take the step and start living as a 'digital nomad'.
So, I’m a huge life enthusiast, working dreamer, and carefree spirit, traveling in a 1979 Mercedes 307D camper, incredibly curious about everything...
I love going on adventures with my camera and capturing the most beautiful images!
On the way, I stop at the most beautiful places, and I photograph businesses/individuals/families/couples/portraits/weddings, etc.
You can also find me on location, and if my easel with the Mardiefotografie sign is outside, you can approach me to see what I can do for you.
In addition to photography, I love sharing information with you here on my website about the travels I make... if you’re still unsure about combining travel and work or just want to chat about it and ask your questions, feel free to send me a message!
About Photographerontheroad
Photographerontheroad came to be when I realized that, in addition to my photography, I absolutely love writing and blogging… and it turns out, that's a perfect combination!
Photography, promoting products, and helping others understand why they should invest in something.
Just daydreaming with your laptop in a bar under the sun while coming up with and writing the best new blogs.
Photographerontheroad provides you with all kinds of information about travel, pros and cons, beautiful locations, photography tips, handy items to bring on your trip, discounts, do's & don'ts, and additionally, the Instagram account is there to follow my travel stories and, of course, the photos I take while traveling, which are also featured in more detail in the blogs!
Mardiefotografie & Photographerontheroad are essentially a combination of two different businesses that still work together.
If you want more information or wish to book me, feel free to send me a message without obligation.
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When I started combining travel and work, I realized there’s a lot of information out there, but actually taking the step was a lot scarier than I expected…
"Organizing, an old camper, garage visits, locks, solar panels, electricity, earning money on the road, 2.5 years of camper renovation, ANWB, what if... too good to be true."
These are just some of the moments I experienced before I left!
You don’t want it to be disappointing or feel like you’ve failed from the first week. That’s why it’s important to be well-prepared. With work that can be done remotely, and maybe an additional job you can do along the way!
That’s the main reason I started Photographerontheroad. I collaborate with various individuals, websites, businesses, and products.
For this, I can promote campsites/hotels/hikes/brands/products on my Instagram account, or I can photograph brands/clothing/jewelry/products, etc., that you send me and promote them on my Instagram and websites.
Through Mardiefotografie & Photographerontheroad, I travel around Europe, working to deliver beautiful results for your requests in an online gallery.
