One Hundred and Nineteenth Collection
Guus came to my studio with his dearest little Aapie, the cuddly toy he’s had since birth. Having his photo taken felt quite exciting and a little overwhelming, but with Aapie by his side, he found the courage. It’s so beautiful to see how much safety and comfort a birth cuddle can give.
Model: Guus
Photo & edit: @estherbloemraad.fotografie
Fenne came to my studio on a rainy Saturday afternoon. We wanted to create portraits in the style of the old masters. For the series of portraits with birth cuddly toys, she also brought along her dear, cherished rabbit.
Model: Fenne
Photo & edit: @estherbloemraad.fotografie
We made this photo in the studio, but I also have some images from the Dullstroom bird rescue centre... the wings are from a photo I took there. This composite was made in post production.
“Elegance in shadows. A timeless portrait where light gently traces the contours of grace, revealing beauty in silence and mystery in darkness. The soft satin drape and delicate pose create a moment that feels both intimate and powerful.”
Thank you to my Muse @ohhhkerry
This is a picture of my son Tim. He is almost ten years old. I like the serious look and his beautiful blue eyes. It is so valuable to capture moments like this!
A Quiet Moment
Sometimes a portrait doesn’t need a dramatic landscape or a grand setting.
This image was taken during a simple walk in a city park. No forest, no wide heathland. Just a dog, a bit of grass, and the quiet rhythm of an ordinary afternoon.
A beautiful woman sits relaxed on an elegant sofa, the light highlighting her delicate features and calm expression. Behind her, on the wall, there is a large painting of a sheep, adding a surprising and artistic contrast to the scene.