Question 1

Who is Lawrence Tjia?

Accepted Answer

Lawrence Tjia is a German sports photographer based in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia. He operates under the brand FreezeMotions and specializes in handball photography at all levels, from grassroots youth leagues to international tournaments. He has been active since at least 2023, building an archive of thousands of handball action images across Germany and Europe.

Question 2

What leagues and tournaments does Lawrence Tjia cover?

Accepted Answer

Lawrence Tjia covers a wide range of competitions: the Handball-Bundesliga (HBL) including VfL Gummersbach, the EHF European League, the IHF Women's World Championship 2025 (Hamburg), the Jugend-Bundesliga, the Nordrheinliga, the Lundaspelen 2025 (Sweden), Paris World Games, the AOK Cup, and the Sauerland Cup. He is equally active at regional Cologne and NRW youth events.

Question 3

Are the photos on FreezeMotions free to use?

Accepted Answer

All photos on FreezeMotions are free to download for non-commercial use after a free registration. Clubs, athletes, and fans may use images for social media and personal purposes at no cost. Commercial licensing for media outlets, sponsors, or advertising requires a separate license agreement — contact FreezeMotions via the contact page to request a quote.

Question 4

How can I book Lawrence Tjia as a sports photographer?

Accepted Answer

You can book Lawrence Tjia through the contact form on freezemotions.com. He is available for handball matches, tournaments, and sports events throughout Germany, with a focus on Cologne and NRW. International assignments (EHF, IHF events in Sweden, Switzerland, France) are also accepted. Response time is typically within 48 hours.

Question 5

What equipment does Lawrence Tjia use for handball photography?

Accepted Answer

Lawrence Tjia uses professional DSLR and mirrorless camera systems with fast telephoto lenses (f/2.8 or faster) optimized for indoor sports. Typical camera settings for handball halls include ISO 4000–8000, shutter speed 1/1000 s or faster to freeze player motion, and wide apertures to maximize light capture under artificial arena lighting. He is familiar with anti-flicker techniques for LED-lit venues.

Question 6

Which clubs has Lawrence Tjia photographed?

Accepted Answer

Lawrence Tjia has documented matches and events featuring VfL Gummersbach (Handball-Bundesliga), JSG Handball Köln, THW Kiel, SC Magdeburg, and numerous youth clubs across the Nordrheinliga. His archive includes images from club matches, training sessions, and cup competitions at both elite and grassroots levels across Germany.

Question 7

Does FreezeMotions offer photos in multiple languages?

Accepted Answer

The primary FreezeMotions website is in German, serving clubs, athletes, and fans in Germany. This English-language page exists for international visitors, journalists, and EHF/IHF event contacts who need to understand the photographer's work and licensing options. The photo archive itself is fully accessible regardless of language.

Question 8

What is the licensing model for FreezeMotions photos?

Accepted Answer

FreezeMotions operates a dual-licensing model. Non-commercial use (social media, fan blogs, club newsletters) is free after a one-time registration. Commercial use — including press publications, brand advertising, sponsor materials, or broadcast — requires a paid license under a BY-NC-ND 4.0 Creative Commons framework or a custom commercial agreement. Contact Lawrence Tjia directly for pricing and terms.

About Lawrence Tjia – Sports Photographer Germany