photography by christoph eicken
Christoph Eicken was born in Germany but grew up in Turkey. As a result he is fascinated by traveling and interested in different cultures, especially the Middle Eastern region. Back in Germany he worked as a freelance photographer for magazines and published a photo travel report about Turkey, Syria and Jordan. Since 6 years he lives and works in Houston, TX.
In his other life he is a PhD Chemist. After ten years in academic research he now enjoys working in the biotech industry.

Dalia Eicken is the significant other half behind this project. Apart from giving Christoph the push to pick up the camera again after a few years of abstinence she is taking care of you during portrait sessions, contributing her creativity, and doing the make-up. In addition, she is custom matting & framing the artwork. Proof of her energy & creativity are also her paintings, drawings and jewelery...