One Hundred and Ninth Collection

Water is the element where stillness becomes strength

This black and white photograph captures the interplay of light and shadow, emphasizing vulnerability and intimacy. The stark contrasts draw attention to the subject's form and emotions, inviting viewers into a moment of quiet contemplation. Through elegant details and negative space, the artwork explores themes of solitude and self-reflection, highlighting the beauty in depth and expression.

Model @emmi_rin

Model: Ruby
Photographer: Meraki Animal Art
Ruby didn’t need to do much. Just be- calm, loyal, and full of quiet wisdom. The kind of presence that stays with you.

Pet Portrait: Bobbie - born as a model.

Studio: Lotte Rietveld Fotografie

Met Dayenka during a masterclass in portrait photography. Coincidentally, she was recently in the area and stopped by for a shoot with masks. The beautiful handmade crown also had to be used, and with the light background and my favorite lighting setup, this stunning fine art photo was created.

Model: Dayenka
Photo & edit: @estherbloemraad.fotografie

Beautyfull dalmation dog Nora

Nice to see how some individuals are a true natural when it comes to taking photos. This girl was one of them. I was able to take Wonderful portraits of her.

Model: Roos
Photographer: Rachelvschie.photography

Model: Sarah

Fotogaaf: Seline Maas
Selinemaasfotografie.nl
Instagram: Selinemaas.fotografie

He doesn’t rise by the rules they wrote.
Not because he lacks,
but because he leads with something softer.

The system favors speed, sameness, surface.
But he moves by depth, care, and quiet insight —
qualities the world often overlooks,
especially in the halls of learning.

Still, there’s a wisdom in him that unfolds slowly,
like light at dusk —
subtle, but certain.
Unmeasured, but true.

And perhaps that’s the kind of brilliance
we need to make space for.

Model: Joop Helms
Created by: @anitaschreuders_photography
www.anitaschreuders.nl

Maria Eduarda was one of my first photo shoots in the United States. A park with beautiful sunsets and abundant colors that match the joy of this charming girl.

I took this portrait during one of my 'Portretjesdagen'. This little one did such a great job; full of personality and patience!

Dieke en Roxy during a snowy day in The Netherlands. This is also one of my favorite shoots I've done so far. Especially because we don't get that many snowy days in The Netherlands. Doesn't she look like a snow princess?

Made by: Jolijn Sarolta fotografie
IG: @jolijnsaroltafotografie

Zoë🤎
www.lynnboeijinkfotografie.nl
https://www.instagram.com/lynnboeijinkfotografie

In the background an old Dutch landscape from an old Dutch master. In a time when nobility really stood above the common citizens. The models could handle this role. Fortunately just for a short period.

I absolutely loved shooting with this cheerful lady, and this photograph is one of my favorites. Everything came together: the sun shining, the blue color of the sky in combination with the brownish colors of the Labyrinth, and her beautiful outfit and elegant pose. C-mine in Genk was the perfect decor for her Communion shoot.

In my portrait "Silent Resilience," I capture a child emerging from water, their gaze penetrating directly through the lens. The deliberate low-key lighting accentuates each water droplet on skin and hair, creating a textural contrast against the absolute darkness. I chose black and white to strip away distraction and focus on raw emotion. The child's sideways glance conveys a complex narrative of vulnerability yet defiance. The floral pattern clothing provides subtle structure amid the dramatic chiaroscuro. This image explores childhood's fleeting innocence and the universal human experience of emerging from darkness.

One of the loving photos from this beautiful pregnancy shoot