Marc de Groot on photographing Ibiza and documenting club culture

n this episode of The Dexter Jones Podcast, I sit down with Marc de Groot, one of Ibiza’s most respected photographers and visual storytellers. For more than two decades, Marc has been behind the lens documenting Ibiza’s nightlife at its most iconic. From superclubs like Amnesia Ibiza, Cream, and Clockwork Orange, to countless events including Kevin & Perry Amnesia Ibiza, his work has quietly shaped how the world remembers the island. Marc shares what it’s really like capturing Ibiza nightlife while remaining completely sober since 1994, how he transitioned from DJing into photography and videography, and the responsibility that comes with documenting culture rather than just marketing it. We talk about the rise of phones on the dancefloor, the difference between art and promotion, and how Ibiza itself has changed through the years. The conversation also explores the role of platforms like DontStayIn.com, the realities of creative work in a party-driven industry, and Marc’s advice for anyone hoping to build a sustainable creative career on the island. This is not a surface-level chat. It’s an honest look at memory, integrity, and the people behind the images that defined Ibiza. If you care about Ibiza history, club culture, photography, or the unseen work that documents a scene, this episode delivers. 🎧 Take your time with this one. We talk about: 🎧 Starting out as a DJ before moving behind the camera 📸 Photographing Ibiza’s most iconic clubs and events 🎥 Videography, storytelling, and visual legacy 🍺 Being sober in a party-fuelled industry 🧠 Art versus marketing in club photography 📱 Phones on the dancefloor and cultural impact 🎨 Advice for creatives working in Ibiza Find Marc de Groot: Website: https://www.marcdegroot.co.uk/ Ibiza Wedding Photography: https://www.ibizaweddingphotography.net/ For guest invitations, sponsorship proposals, and collaboration enquiries, please contact Dexter: [email protected]