Kars Tuinder is a renowned Dutch photographer and filmmaker celebrated for his compelling documentary work and contemporary art photography. With over 35 years of international experience, Kars has captured social, cultural, and political narratives across the globe, blending technical mastery with storytelling vision.
Now based in Bangkok, Thailand, he is the founder of Photohostel & Photocafe, a vibrant creative hub hosting photography exhibitions, workshops, and upcoming global photo tours. Kars also leads JTKT Productions, managing international film projects and documentaries that explore human stories with empathy and depth.
Join Kars on immersive photography tours and workshops across Thailand, Nepal, Europe, and other bucket-list destinations. Each tour is carefully designed to provide hands-on guidance, unique photographic opportunities, and unforgettable experiences for photographers of all skill levels.
Kars began his photography journey at just 15 years old, studying at the Photo Academy in the Netherlands. Over the years, he has earned numerous national and international awards, including the Monovisions Photography Award, National Geographic Public Award Benelux, and multiple recognitions from LensCulture, Life Framer, Monochrome Awards, and Sienna SIPA Awards.
His photography has been exhibited globally and featured by renowned platforms such as LensCulture and Life Framer, capturing compelling human and environmental narratives.
Kars leads photography tours and workshops worldwide, focusing on:
Destinations include Thailand, Nepal, Bhutan, Iceland, Europe, and other iconic global locations, ensuring photographers can capture bucket-list landscapes, wildlife, festivals, and human stories.
Regularly hosts exhibitions, workshops, and curated tours at Photohostel & Photocafe in Bangkok.
Join Kars Tuinder on a world-class photography tour or workshop to capture stunning landscapes, wildlife, cultural stories, and portraits. Expand your skills under the guidance of a seasoned international expert.