About Stephan Gatzen A beautiful village right next to the Rhine river near Cologne, Germany, is the home of photographer Stephan Gatzen. His passion for photography stems from his early twenties when he started exploring the world with not much more than a back- pack and a camera. Soon after, he started his career as a professional photographer working for newspapers, magazines and agencies. His art work is influenced by different themes including nude art, peoples, natures, sports and travel.