What’s Next With Willem Sizoo
The photographer and Amsterdam member shares 27 of his favourite things
‘Born in The Netherlands, and raised in Mulanje, Malawi, I’ve now settled in Amsterdam. I currently spend most of my day-to-day time in my studio, Pre-Reserved [@prereserved], surrounded by other creators and artists. I work on a variety of cool projects with brands and creatives, connecting the right people and ideas for the best outcome.’
Seven lessons in life
Opening up a studio in Amsterdam, being able to see so much creativity flow within this city
Dropping out of art school
Travelling
Learning to say ‘no’
Having patience
Don’t do illegal stuff abroad
You can learn from anyone
Six-word memoir
I am not defined by words
Five accounts
@prereserved
@long_terms
@camilleboumans
@migueltriano
@bobsizoo
Four locations for work
Galapagos, Ecuador – aka paradise, with less than 100 inhabitants and no Wi-Fi
Kalahari Desert, Namibia – the most remote location one will go to
Tokyo, Japan – I was there for a month documenting the youth culture
Paris, France – always a good idea
Three brands
Mendo
CP Company
Morentz gallery
Two cameras
Instax wide – with these, I photograph everyone coming by the studio physicalising the network of creatives in and around Amsterdam
The iPhone – best camera, period