Kai Weise is a photographer based in Hanover, Germany.
He works worldwide, combining approaches from art and photojournalism with a fresh take on visual communication. This approach to modern photography has made him a trusted partner to many major companies.
With an academic background in visual journalism and documentary photography, Kai brings a distinct perspective on storytelling and visual perception to every collaboration.
In addition to his commissioned work, Kai works on independent documentary projects in which he explores the interactions between humans and nature as well as man-made power structures with depth and empathy.
His work has received several award nominations and has been featured in publications and exhibitions.
Selected Clients
BMW
OMR
Hannover 96
UNICEF
DRV — German Travel Association
fvw Medien
Deutscher Evangelischer Kirchentag
Robert Enke Stiftung
STERN magazine
team agrar
proFagus
Niedersächsische Krebsgesellschaft
Klett Verlag
Leibniz University Hannover
HMTMH — University of Music, Drama and Media
Awards and recognitions
Canon Student Development Program
LOBA Newcomer — Nominee
TruePicture Award — Nominee
Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant — Longlist
Publications
STERN
ZEIT Campus
GO Magazin
Emerge Magazin
BREMER Magazin
Exhibitions
Identity - Courage - Love 2023
Werkschau HS Hannover 2024
Rotterdam Photo 2024