Piotr-Kwasnik

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Piotr Kwasnik

Piotr Kwasnik is an award-winning filmmaker and director of photography based in New Zealand. From an early age, he was already holding a camera, trying to capture the world around him. That early curiosity grew into a passion for storytelling and an obsession with the tools that make it possible.

With a strong eye for detail and a love for experimenting with new cameras and rigs, Piotr crafts visuals that blend technical precision with emotional impact. His work spans commercials, social media content, and music videos for artists including Alien Weaponry, Devilskin, and Rei. Always with a focus on creating images that resonate, crafted not just to be seen, but to be felt.

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