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in·spi·ra·tion
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the process of being mentally stimulated
to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.
Hey I'm Chris,
born in Bavaria, south of Germany and a former head chef turned traveling photographer for a while, now on starting a new journey into photojournalism. If you’re reading this, you’ve probably found my work somewhere, on Instagram, YouTube, or my website. I stoped put content behind paywalls. Everything I share here, like photos, thoughts, and stories is free to access, because in the first I want my stories to be read and thoughts should be shared, not monetized.
This page is just a creative corner of the internet where you can follow along more closely, support me if you feel like it, and maybe send a virtual coffee if you want.
For more information about me feel free to enter this pages here.
And If you’re interested in my career as chef visit this page
That’s it… almost.
What I do have, is a print shop and an archive where you can find stories and images about my work, you should definitely visit.
Thanks for reading and nice that you're here.
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Germany - Kasse, 28.04.2026
Handball, EHF European League, Quarter Final, MT Melsungen vs FC Porto, Kassel, Germany. MT Melsungen secured a 28–23 victory in a hard-fought first leg, taking a five-goal advantage into the return match in Porto after a physical and tightly contested encounter. Photo Christoph rutenkolk
Germany – Kassel, 25–26 April 2026
Two days at the 103rd “Herkules Bergrennen” Herkules hill race in Kassel, featuring nearly 100 participants ranging from Wartburgs and MGs to German classics such as Mercedes. A broad spectrum of historic motorsport culture set against below the UNESCO World Heritage and the iconic fountains of the documenta city.
Day one opened under ideal conditions with dry roads and clean light for the first runs. The morning session was interrupted after an accident caused by an oil spill on the course. Demonstration runs were halted while emergency services responded immediately on site. According to current information, material damage occurred to the vehicle and the driver sustained minor injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital. The remainder of the day continued in a controlled format after the interruption.
Day two took a calmer course. Higher temperatures, significantly more spectators, and a smooth running schedule defined the Sunday. With no incidents, the competitive runs continued throughout the day and concluded around 4:30 p.m.
Two days defined by historic machinery, controlled risk, and the enduring appeal of classic motorsport in a unique setting.
Germany – Kassel, 08.03.2026
More than 2000 people and countless police women and men gathered today in Kassel, Germany, to celebrate International Women's Day. A gratifyingly large number of people from all walks of life took this opportunity to demonstrate against patriarchy, for equal payments, LGBTQ+ rights, and above all for the visibility of women in order to protect their rights not only in Germany but internationally. By Christoph Rutenkolk News
Germany - Frankfurt - Römerplatz, 05.03.2026
On Thursday afternoon owners of the club “Voltaire”, “Ver.di” and representatives of local parties like “Die Linke” and “SPD” gathered to save the clubs stay. The house shall be sold and now they demand the city to buy the house to save the stay of the club. Further more the workers union Ver.di used this as a platform to give attention to their latest strike debates. Additional provided a newlywed couple a special attraction when they emerged from the building behind the demonstration during the demonstration. By Christoph Rutenkolk - Reportage & Portrait
Germany - Kassel - Probonio Arena, 01.03.2026
DEL2 - Kassel 3:2 Rosenheim
On Sunday more than 4000 people watched the game between Kassel Huskies and Starbucks Rosenheim. Kassel won in the first seconds of overtime 3:2. At the end it was a heated game between the two of the top teams this season. By Christoph Rutenkolk - Reportage & Portrait
Germany - Marburg, 27.02.26
On Friday the climate strikes in Germany had its revival for this year in 2026. In Marburg gathered on Friday some hundred climate activists and lead their protest through the old town. The first sun rays of this year gave the whole event a pleasant vibe and was very peacefull despite blockades and some stops on their way.
projects
Originally started 2023 with my first portrait project ever “I feel lost!” once was meant to tell the story about former students and young people how they remember their time turning from adolescence to the adult age during the lockdowns where every other generation partied or travelled and lived their first years of “freedom” after school and slide into the chords of adulthood.
But this project should turn time by time more into a completely different topic till the end of 2025. “Let me see you” is my Story about portrait shooting and the spheres how it can change between you who takes and gives and the person in front who takes and gives as well just different, about how faces can change within hours, from careful, shy or soft, into outgoing, loud and brave!
Musk oxen (Ovibos moschatus) in Dovrefjell National Park near Dombås, Norway, September, 2023. During a short trip through the high plateau landscape, I accompanied a couple of these up to 400kg heavy ancient animals, which were reintroduced decades ago, in their natural habitat. The region is characterized by wide plains, long cliffs, waterfalls and open tundra. The series documents a time in the presence of these giant and impressive animals, in the rugged north of Dovrefjell, Norway. By Christoph Rutenkolk - Portrait & Reportage
A spontaneous night shooting with Jogilė Ramoškaitė where chaos, humor, and raw energy turned a simple idea into a full story by Christoph Rutenkolk
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