He is founder of “Studio Press” and works from his studio in Maastricht. He began his career as an aircraft engineer at aircraft manufacturer Fokker. Photography was initially a hobby, but grew to a profession when Guy followed an education at the Dutch Fotovakschool. Guy van Grinsven was in New York City on September 11, 2001. As the only Dutch photographer/cameraman he witnessed the attack on the World Trade Center. His images were frequently broadcasted on television and published in many newspapers and magazines.