Jana Margarete Schuler grew up in the small southern German town of Forchheim, in a district called "Kellerwald" ("Beer Cellar Forest"). This quirky area, filled with beer cellars from different local breweries nestled right within the woods, is rich in tradition and a bit bizarre—an environment that sparked her interest in stories that lie outside the norm.
While studying photojournalism and documentary photography in Hanover, Jana began to focus on social and cultural issues. She explores women’s empowerment in male-dominated environments, gender equality, and the lives of marginalized groups. Through colorful images, she highlights overlooked voices and challenges societal norms. Her work has been published in renowned German publications like ZEIT, GEO, Spiegel, and Stern.
