Hi, I’m Elias van der Zijden, a 19-year-old music and event photographer based in Leiden, the Netherlands.

I’m drawn to the energy of live music. The lights, the movement, and the connection between artist and the crowd. Photography is my way of capturing not just the big highlights, but also the small in-between moments that truly tell the story.

When I’m shooting, I move with the crowd and follow the rythm, creating images that take you right back to the moment.

Based in Leiden, I work across the Netherlands and anywhere else you need me to be. If you’re looking for high energy, creative visuals, let’s work together and create something unforgettable