Documentary & fine art photography

Hi, my name is

Pete Woelfel

A solitary soccer goal stands on an empty grass field against an overcast sky.

Lifestyle

storyteller

I’m all about simplicity and boldness. My photography focuses on minimalist compositions, often with distant subjects framed by negative space, letting colors and shapes speak for themselves. I love playing with vibrant hues, and my editing style is inspired by the cameras I use—Fujifilm. Each shot I edit pays homage to classic film stocks like Provia, Velvia, Classic Chrome, and Acros. The result? Bold, nostalgic colors that make every image feel timeless yet modern. 

A little more about me


I'm based out of Milwaukee, WI.

I work as a consultant full time for an IT Company out of Arizona

I shoot exclusively on Fujifilm gear, I've been shooting professionally for over 2 years.

Follow me on instagram @fuji.pete for my latest work.

Here's a dumb photo of me...

Person standing on a putting green at a golf course with clubhouse in background.

There are always two people in every picture: the photographer and the viewer.

— Ansel Adams

Non-Professional Work

This gallery is a curated collection of my favorite personal work, capturing the essence of the compositions I love most. Each photo reflects my passion for minimalist landscapes, where distant subjects meet bold, vibrant colors. The images are a testament to the styles I gravitate toward—clean, uncluttered frames that allow the beauty of simplicity to take center stage. These shots represent moments of creative freedom, where I explored the art of balance, negative space, and color, all while embracing the timeless feel of old film stocks like Provia and Velvia. It’s a body of work that mirrors my eye for detail and love for striking, yet understated scenes.

An aerial view of a misty winding road cutting through dense forest.
Lone beach chair on empty sandy shore against calm ocean horizon.
Man with suitcase standing on train platform in black and white urban scene.
Crowded Mediterranean beach with yellow umbrellas and crystal blue waters along a rocky coastline.
Officer in uniform standing by railing with mountain lake and flowers in background.
Hot air balloon floating over Florence's iconic skyline with the Duomo cathedral at sunset.
Colorful flowers frame a view of Lake Como with traditional Italian villas along the waterfront.
Snow-capped mountain peak emerging through misty clouds in soft purple light.
Black and white photo of a cliff diver leaping from rocky heights into water below.
A small ticket booth covered in snow with power lines and industrial buildings in the background.
Colorful hillside houses of Riomaggiore in Cinque Terre overlooking boats in the harbor.
Minimalist black and white landscape with lone bare tree and distant figure in fog.
Skier in blue jacket carving through fresh powder snow among tall evergreen trees.
Black and white view of a snow-covered mountain slope with tiny skiers dotting the terrain.
Person in white sweater with peaceful expression against rolling green hills.