Brenda de Vries.
Born in the Netherlands, is a versatile photographer whose work spans advertising, fashion, and portraiture with a bold, authentic edge. A graduate of the Amsterdam Fashion Institute and Fotoacademie Amsterdam, she initially explored the technical side of apparel before diving into photography full-time. Her vibrant imagery, often featuring real people, captures raw human connection and everyday beauty, earning her accolades like the International Photography Awards and a spot in Lürzer’s Archive’s 200 Best Advertising Photographers.
Under her pseudonym Rosalinde C. Zeidman, de Vries explores mental health through multimedia art—photography, video, and tactile installations—creating works that invite interaction and reflection. Projects like her Social Dilemma series, where participants surrendered their phones for portraits, showcase her knack for blending social commentary with striking visuals. Exhibitions in Amsterdam, Berlin, and New York, including shows at the Amsterdam Museum and Arti & Amicitiae, highlight her dynamic presence.
De Vries’s commercial work for clients like Miljonair Magazine balances editorial finesse with accessibility, while her teaching at Sandberg Institute nurtures emerging talent. Her alter-ego projects, tackling themes from neurodiversity to personal freedom, add depth to her practice. Currently, she’s experimenting with mixed media, weaving photography with painting to explore subconscious narratives. With a philosophy of “doing what makes you smile,” de Vries’s art—whether a glossy campaign or a raw, conceptual piece—pulses with curiosity and heart, making her a standout in Dutch contemporary photography.
