Cynthia Boll

About Cynthia Boll

Award-Winning Photojournalist and Filmmaker

Cynthia Boll is an internationally renowned photojournalist and filmmaker known for her in-depth and compelling stories. With a keen eye for urgent global issues, Cynthia captures the impact of political, economic, and environmental factors on people worldwide. Her work is a powerful combination of visual storytelling and social engagement.

Vision on Sustainability and Social Impact

Cynthia is the driving force behind projects that focus on themes such as land subsidence and climate change. With her award-winning global multimedia project Sinking Cities, she highlights the challenges faced by urban areas such as Jakarta, Gouda, and Venice. These stories are not only artistically impressive but also an urgent call to action and awareness. As the founder of the transmedia campaign Utarakan Jakarta, she demonstrates how multimedia and participation can contribute to social change.

International Recognition

Her work is acclaimed worldwide and has been published in leading media outlets. Cynthia’s photographs have been exhibited in unique locations, including the Watersnoodmuseum, the old city of Jakarta, Dubai World Expo, and in 2025 during the Architecture Biennale in Venice. Sinking Cities, Jakarta is included in the collection of the Nederlands Fotomuseum in Rotterdam. Her exceptional talent has been recognized with the Silver Camera and the prestigious Canon Female Photojournalist Grant.

Mentorship and Television

In addition to her work as a photographer and filmmaker, Cynthia inspires others as a permanent jury member on the popular RTL4 program Het Perfecte Plaatje. Her role underscores her leadership and passion for sharing knowledge while encouraging others to view the world from a new perspective.

Speaker and Inspirer

With her presentations, Cynthia takes the audience on a visual and emotional journey. She tells stories of ordinary people in extraordinary situations, with sustainability and social justice at the forefront. Her expertise and passion make her an inspiring speaker on themes such as climate change, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and travel.

Cynthia Boll’s work and vision represent a powerful voice for change and demonstrate how art and journalism can contribute to a better future.