Der Rote Drache Fotografie is the official photographer of the Ascona Polo Cup. Behind the name is Kathrin Gralla – an active polo player and professional photographer who covers international polo events in Europe and beyond. Her authentic photo reports appear in renowned media and provide organizers, sponsors, and partners with high-quality content for press, marketing, and communication.
«Photography with fire and passion» – this guiding principle summarizes what Der Rote Drache Fotografie stands for: Every major event tells a story, and that very story is made visible.
Every event tells a story
Polo is emotion, precision and elegance – and it is the moments between the goals that define the character of a tournament. For many years, Der Rote Drache Fotografie has been covering international polo tournaments in Europe and beyond. The photo reports appear in renowned media and provide organizers, sponsors, and partners with authentic content for press, marketing, and communication. Images that not only show what is happening, but also make it feel like you are there.
The sport from personal experience
As an active polo player, Kathrin Gralla knows the sport from her own experience. She understands the rhythm, recognizes the decisive moment – and captures it. Professionally. Discreetly. Authentically. This insider knowledge makes the difference: Whoever knows when the game turns is already there with the camera where everything is happening.
The view behind the camera: Kathrin Gralla
For Kathrin Gralla, extraordinary images emerge where openness, respect, and genuine curiosity meet. Inspired by Peter Lindbergh, she seeks connection in every assignment first – only then the image.
After her training at the New York Institute of Photography, she co-founded Der Rote Drache Fotografie with Nati Levi in 2009. Prior to that, she worked for over twenty years in international management positions in marketing and business development. A master's degree in marketing and psychology, as well as her training as a certified systemic coach, combine economic insight with psychological understanding and shape her view of people and communication.
References, media, and international environment
As a photographer, Kathrin Gralla works for the German press agency (dpa), among others. Her work has appeared in international media such as Vogue, Forbes, Gala, Bunte, Polo+10, Polo & Luxury, and Highlife. She speaks German, English, Mandarin, and Hebrew and moves naturally in an international environment. Whether on the polo field, at exclusive events, in corporate communications, or in high-quality portraits – her photos not only show what is happening, but also convey how it feels to be there.
Official photographer of the Ascona Polo Cup
At the Ascona Polo Cup, Der Rote Drache Fotografie ensures that the emotions, elegance, and decisive moments of the tournament are captured – for memories, for the press, and for everyone attending the event at Lake Maggiore.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the official photographer of the Ascona Polo Cup?
Der Rote Drache Fotografie with Kathrin Gralla is the official photographer of the Ascona Polo Cup. As an active polo player and professional photographer, she accompanies the tournament and captures the decisive moments.
What characterizes Der Rote Drache Fotografie?
Der Rote Drache Fotografie has been covering international polo tournaments for many years and provides authentic photo reports for press, marketing, and communication. The guiding principle is «Photography with fire and passion».
Who is Kathrin Gralla?
Kathrin Gralla is a photographer and active polo player. After her training at the New York Institute of Photography, she co-founded Der Rote Drache Fotografie with Nati Levi in 2009. She combines over twenty years of experience in marketing and business development with a master's degree in marketing and psychology, as well as training as a systemic coach.
For which media has Kathrin Gralla worked?
She works for the German press agency (dpa), among others. Her work has appeared in media such as Vogue, Forbes, Gala, Bunte, Polo+10, Polo & Luxury, and Highlife.
What services does Der Rote Drache Fotografie offer?
The spectrum ranges from polo and event photography, exclusive events, and corporate communications to high-quality portraits – always with the ambition to capture moments authentically and tangibly.