Ruben Hamelink (1992) is a self-taught photographer and filmmaker from Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
In his work, he examines how people interact with the historical context of their environment and explores how history shapes the identity of a country and its inhabitants.

By documenting the world around him, he aims to challenge assumptions, disrupt stereotypes, and prompt viewers to consider their own place in the larger narrative of human experience. He strives to approach each project with empathy and sensitivity, recognizing that the stories he tells belong not only to the past, but also to the present and future.

Zilveren Camera Documentair Internationaal Winner (2019)
reFocus Award Gold Film/Analog Winner (2023)
Hellerau Portrait Award Finalist (2022)
PX3 Single Image Documentary Bronze Winner (2020)
OpenWalls Arles (2020)
Celeste Visible White ‘In Conflict’ Winner (2017)
Siena International Photography Awards Finalist 2017
Felix Schoeller Award Flash Forward Shortlist 2017

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All images on website are available in print. Vietnamese Veterans photo book limited stock.

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