Balestra Gallery

Capturing Life's Moments

Creating Visual Stories
Exploring Europe's Beauty
Seeking Serenity Everywhere

David Sickerling Fotograf Bergneustadt Hochzeitsfotograf Gummersbach Eventfotografie Bergneustadt

ABOUT DAVID

Willkommen in meiner Welt der Fotografie, Videoproduktion und kreativen Inhalte.

Ob mitten im urbanen Leben von Köln oder in der ruhigen Weite der Natur – ich bin stets auf der Suche nach Momenten, die Geschichten erzählen und Emotionen wecken.

Mein Portfolio reicht von authentischen Porträts und natürlichen Landschaftsaufnahmen über Hochzeitsreportagen in Köln und ganz Deutschland bis hin zu dokumentarischer Fotografie und professioneller Videoproduktion.

Als Fotograf und Videograf aus Köln arbeite ich mit einem kreativen Blick für Details und einem Gespür für Atmosphäre. Ich begleite Paare an ihrem großen Tag, entwickle Imagefilme für Marken oder schaffe ästhetischen Content für Social Media – immer mit dem Ziel, echte Verbindungen sichtbar zu machen.

Durch meine Arbeit entstehen emotionale, ausdrucksstarke und bedeutungsvolle Bilder, die berühren und inspirieren – und die dir helfen, dich und deine Geschichte authentisch zu zeigen.

SOCIAL MEDIA AGENCY

VIDEOGRAPHY

PHOTOGRAPHY

Black and white photo of a man standing outdoors in front of a building, leaning against a signpost, with one hand on his chin, wearing a black T-shirt and shorts.
Billboard with three images advertising bread on a street, with German text and trees in the background.
Close-up of a person's eyes and eyebrows in natural light.
Street with parked cars between tall buildings, leading to a view of the sea at sunrise or sunset.
Black and white photo of a smiling person wearing glasses and a sleeveless top. They stand in an urban setting with a fountain and people in the background.
Person wearing a yellow beanie holding a black backpack in a snowy, forested area.
Beachfront with blurred person in foreground and buildings in background at sunset.
Rocky coastline with ocean waves and green vegetation.
Close-up of a man's face with facial hair and patterned shirt
Sunset over a body of water with silhouettes of people on a pier.
Lush green tree branches with leaves in a forest setting, blurred foreground for depth.
Natural sea sponge on a concrete surface with light and shadow contrast.
Lavender flowers in foreground with a scenic sunset over water in the background.
Low-angle view of a tall building with a grid of windows, looking up towards a blue sky, with an airplane flying overhead.
City skyline at sunrise with a cathedral silhouette
Aerial view of a beach with turquoise water, white waves, and golden sand, bordered by lush greenery.
Winding road with switchbacks through rugged hilly terrain, surrounded by sparse vegetation and small trees, seen from an aerial perspective.
Blurry blue and white van in a field of tall grass with focus on grass blades.
Rocky cliff covered in dry brown vegetation overlooking calm blue sea.
Close-up of a traditional tiled dome with geometric patterns on a historic building, surrounded by modern architecture and blurred flowers in the foreground.
Airplane contrail in blue sky with clouds
Arc de Triomphe illuminated at dusk with blurred lights from passing traffic
Ferry docked at sunset on calm water with distant hills
Sunset clouds with sun rays
Dramatic sunset clouds with orange and dark gray hues.
Interior of Covent Garden Market with arched glass roof, hanging lanterns, and a crowd of people shopping and dining.
Blue sky with wispy clouds and airplane contrail.
Rocky sea cliffs and beach with ocean view
Close-up view of dark ocean waves with subtle ripples.
Aerial view of a winding road through a hilly landscape with mountains in the background and scattered greenery.
Aerial view of ocean waves crashing against a rocky shoreline.
Aerial view of a snowy landscape with a river winding through hills, covered in snow and trees, under a cloudy sky.
Sun rays shining through clouds over misty mountains and forest landscape.
Close-up of wildflowers with blurred mountain background
Aerial view of a coastal town with cliffs, residential buildings, and dense greenery, overlooking a calm sea with an island and distant mountains.
Sun reflecting on ocean waves at sunset

Client Testimonials

  • Marvin

    Das Coupleshooting mit David in Gummersbach war einfach wunderschön! Von Anfang an war die Stimmung total entspannt und herzlich – David hat mit seiner positiven Art sofort eine Verbindung zu uns aufgebaut und dafür gesorgt, dass wir uns richtig wohl vor der Kamera gefühlt haben. Die Fotos sind unglaublich geworden: ehrlich, liebevoll und voller Atmosphäre. Er hat so viele kleine, echte Momente eingefangen, die uns als Paar wirklich zeigen. Ein riesiges Dankeschön für diese besondere Erinnerung – wir würden es jederzeit wieder machen! 💛📷

  • Atelier Irimo

    Working with Balestra Gallery on their video project was an exceptional experience. Their professionalism and vision translated into a video that perfectly captures the essence of the gallery. The final piece is a vibrant showcase of their unique offerings, highlighting the depth of interaction between art, the gallery, and its visitors. We’re proud to have brought their story to life visually.

  • Tapeo & Co Restaurant

    We recently had the pleasure of working with Balestra Gallery for our restaurant’s promotional video, and the experience exceeded all our expectations. Their team demonstrated exceptional professionalism, creativity, and dedication to capturing the true essence of our dining experience. The final video is not just visually stunning, but it also perfectly communicates our passion for culinary excellence and the unique ambiance of our restaurant. We are beyond satisfied with their work and proud to showcase it.

  • Tanveer

    Balestra.gallery transformed our precious moments into timeless masterpieces. Their keen eye for detail and artistic flair brought out the true essence of our memories, creating stunning photographs that we will cherish forever.

  • Janina

    Exceptional professionalism and a passion for capturing the extraordinary define Balestra.gallery. Their unparalleled skill and dedication made our photo session an unforgettable experience, delivering images that exceeded our expectations.

  • Alaya Retreat Centre

    Our collaboration with Balestra Gallery to enhance our online presence was transformative. Tasked with revitalizing our website and managing our social media channels, they exceeded every expectation. Balestra Gallery's approach was not only highly professional but also creatively inspiring, resulting in a website that beautifully reflects our retreat center's ethos and social media content that genuinely engages our audience. Their strategic insights and dedication have significantly increased our online visibility and engagement, making our message resonate more deeply with our community. We're incredibly grateful for the impact their work has had on our digital footprint.

Social Media Content Creator

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View fullsize In search of wonders… just look up 🌤️ . #clouds #horizon #photography #arial #lostcreators #cologne
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Voyage Vista

Embark on a Soulful Expedition with Voyage Vista

Willkommen bei Voyage Vista! Dies ist kein gewöhnlicher Newsletter – es ist ein Ort, an dem Ideen, Träume und Reisen aufeinandertreffen. Mit persönlichen Geschichten, ehrlichen Reflexionen und Momenten voller Gefühl nehme ich dich mit auf eine Reise, die weit über geografische Orte hinausgeht.

Es geht um die Magie eines Sonnenaufgangs, um ein Gespräch mit einem Fremden, das nachhallt – und um jene Klarheit, die entsteht, wenn man unterwegs ist oder tief in Gedanken versunken.

Ich lebe in Köln, aber mein Herz schlägt für das, was verbindet – zwischen Menschen, Kulturen, Gedanken. Voyage Vista ist mein Weg, genau diese Verbindung mit dir zu schaffen. Ich möchte nicht nur erzählen, was ich gesehen und erlebt habe, sondern auch hören, was dich bewegt: Deine Reiseerinnerungen, Herzenswünsche, Gedanken, die nicht mehr loslassen.

Jede Ausgabe von Voyage Vista ist eine Mischung aus persönlichen Einblicken, atemberaubenden Orten und kleinen philosophischen Impulsen – denn Reisen ist nie nur das, was wir sehen, sondern das, was wir daraus machen.

📩 Mein Ziel? Dir mit jeder Mail einen Moment zu schenken: zum Nachdenken, Träumen oder einfach zum Staunen.

Wenn du Lust hast, gemeinsam die Welt und dich selbst zu entdecken, dann komm mit auf diese Reise. Abonniere Voyage Vista – und werde Teil einer Community, in der Fernweh auf echte Verbindung trifft.

Denn jede große Reise beginnt mit einem ersten Schritt – und unserer beginnt genau hier. 🌍✨

Don't wait - let's create something incredible together. Reach out to us and take your brand to the next level.

balestragallery@gmail.com