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Hi, I'm Sanmi!

A self-taught, internationally published and prize-winning photographer and videographer from Berlin, celebrated for cinematic storytelling and evocative imagery that transforms everyday moments into compelling visual narratives.

I picked up my first camera in March 2018 with a simple goal: capture moments, not just places. What began as curiosity evolved into a passion for visual storytelling—a way to archive reality and rediscover the extraordinary in the ordinary.

Since then, I've had the privilege of working with industry-leading brands including Mercedes-AMG F1, Red Bull Racing, and Polarpro, while building a community of 55,000+ followers who share my appreciation for authentic, impactful imagery.

I'm intentionally genre-fluid in my approach. From high-octane motorsport action to serene Arctic landscapes, from automotive excellence to raw street photography - I thrive in diverse environments. This versatility isn't just about range; it's about mastering the craft itself, developing an eye that adapts and evolves regardless of subject or setting.

Continuous growth drives everything I do. I'm constantly refining my technical execution and post-processing workflows, because I believe that great photography is both art and discipline - a commitment to seeing better, shooting smarter, and creating work that resonates.

Whether you're a brand looking for premium content, a fellow creator seeking collaboration, or simply someone who appreciates visual storytelling, I'd love to connect.

Let's create something remarkable together.

  • Winner of the 2025 Sony Street Contest x IFA video category with more than 500 submissions from all around the world.

    My submission: Pulse of Berlin

  • Published on the cover and with the largest contribution in the Revised & Extended Tokyo City Edition by the renowned art publisher Trope.

    Trope Tokyo, the fourth volume in the Trope City Editions series, celebrates the architecture and urban landscapes of Japan's capital city, a dynamic metropolis fusing the ancient and the ultramodern. Following its original publication in 2020, the Tokyo Edition was revised and updated in 2026 to present a current view of the city.

    Get the book here: Trope City Edition - Tokyo

  • Winner of 2025 Lexar Memory ‘Catch The Motion’ challenge with circa 10.000 submissions from all around the world.

    I put an emphasis on the various forms that motion can be portrayed by covering all suggested categories:

    • Urban Motion,

    • Sports Motion,

    • Nature Motion, and

    • Human Motion

    My submission: Flow State of Mind

  • Published in the 100 best images of 2025 in the renowned [HUNDRED] edition of @Photographizemag.

    The book presents a carefully curated selection of contemporary artists from across disciplines and geographies & brings together one hundred voices whose practices reflect sustained engagement with form, concept, and artistic intention. Rather than tracing a single theme, the book offers a measured overview of diverse approaches that define contemporary creation today.

    Learn more on their website.

  • Published in the New York - City Edition by the renowned art publisher Trope.

    Trope New York, the fifth volume in the Trope's City Editions series, celebrates the architecture and urban landscapes of New York City, one of the world’s cultural capitals.

    Get the book here: Trope City Edition - NYC

    Fun fact: you can buy the Book in the Guggenheim Museum of Art in NYC!

  • Listed in Article by Sony Alpha

    From Streets To Stories: See How These Creators Walk The Intersection Of Documentary & Street Photography

    Sanmi Krueger is a photographer from Berlin. His aim is to capture moments rather than places, meaning he looks to tell stories and convey emotions through his imagery. He says that “I became very passionate about the art of photography as it allows me to archive the reality, to share the beauty of our planet with my ever growing community and to rediscover the ordinary.” The emotive images below were taken with the Sony Alpha 1.

  • Self-publication of my very own motorsport magazine Gasoline & Grain.

    🔻 CASUAL, NOT EDITORIAL • DESCRIPTIVE & EVOCATIVE • MINIMALIST & IMPACTFUL 🔻

    „Trying to fit in while remaining true to yourself can be quite a challenge.“ - my motivation is very much founded in this experience. We‘re seeing stellar artists in the creative scene who‘re living their experimental mindset, trying out new things, redefining the ordinary - or short: do art. And yet, for so many of us who dare to deviate from the norm, it sometimes can seem impossible to be published - and I want to change that! ❤️

    Instagram: @gasoline.grain

  • Exhibited in June 2025 in scope of open call gallery under the theme ‘I found a way to make you smile’ in Berlin’s renowned ‘Galerie Streulicht’.

  • Teaming up with Mercedes-AMG at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed, marking 130 years of motorsport excellence. Resulting in a curated photography collection highlighting the thrill, heritage, and engineering prowess of AMG, featuring unforgettable moments from the festival.

    From classic legends to a modern F1 powerhouse, witness the evolution of speed and performance that defines Mercedes-AMG.

    See gallery here: AMG x GOODWOOD

  • Working with the Iron Drift King Team during the Drift Masters 2023 event in Ferropolis, Germany, certainly was a highlight of the year.

    The drift scene is not only a large family, where everyone is actively supporting one another, it is also a photographer’s dream discipline when it comes to capturing unique, movie like scenes.

    My Gallery: Drift Masters GP 2023

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