When I was 8 years old I first stood under the Saturn V rocket at Kennedy Space Center, being completely in awe about the rocket and what it represents. The fascination that humans were able to create this gigantic machine to fly to the Moon got a hold of me and developed into a passion for space exploration and the dream to fly into space myself.

After my first encounter with the Saturn V rocket, I went to the library to get books about the universe and started to draw solar systems and learn all the specifications of the planets. After discovering that my qualities were not in math or physics, I decided to develop a back-up plan for something that I knew matched my talents better. This finally resulted in a study at the art academy, where I developed visual design concepts around space-related topics as much as I possibly could.

After graduation, I felt my passion for space come back quite strongly and then I made the decision to give a career in the space industry with an art degree a try. It took many attempts to get my foot in the door, but my efforts paid off: I was asked by a design company in Cologne, Germany, to join a project with the European Space Agency about going back to the Moon. This was music to my ears and it was proof for myself that my skills are valued in the space industry.

Soon after, I founded my design studio Void & Visual, where I help ambitious minds tell their most compelling stories and turn them into opportunities - especially when those stories involve space exploration or efforts for a healthier planet.

My job is the most fun when my days have a bit of all the magic ingredients a designer needs ;-) From serene, super quiet, in-flow creation sessions, to being outdoors for gaining new inspiration and perspectives, to dynamic social events with like-minded people to connect and work with.

Next to that, it is also a lot of fun to teach graphic design classes to people with a technical background. Every summer, I do so at the International Space University. After one of my workshops, somebody came to me and explained how the workshop has changed her view and the way she perceives information. She said it made her realize the importance of structures, typography, imagery, etc. and she was very grateful to have gained that new perspective.

It's on those days my work is the most rewarding and fulfilling.

Go for it!

Yes, the heart of space revolves around science and engineering. However, in my view, the only way to make the discoveries, knowledge and the exploration of the universe understandable and tangible for humankind, is by combining the super powers of various disciplines.