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Ilse Van der Merwe

Ilse Van der Merwe is a South African photographer currently based in Indonesia. She combines her background as a forensic social worker and scuba diving instructor to capture unique perspectives of the world both above and below the water. Driven by a passion for exploration and a bubbly personality, she documents her global travels with a keen eye for hidden details. She thrives on new challenges and finds joy in sharing the beauty she encounters through her photography.

📍 Bali, Indonesia
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Camera Equipment:
iPhone X featuring 12MP wide-angle and telephoto cameras with f/1.8 and f/2.4 apertures respectively.
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She has been recognized as a Photo of the Day award winner.

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