Saskia Heijman

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Saskia

Heijman

Amsterdam, Netherlands

I am a passionate photographer specializing in child portraits, based in a beautiful daylight studio in Amsterdam. My love for capturing the moments of childhood drives my work, as I strive to help parents preserve these precious memories for a lifetime. Children grow so quickly, and through my photography, I freeze those moments in time, allowing families to hold on to them forever. Photography, to me, is more than just taking pictures. It’s about capturing the essence of a moment, the emotions, and the energy of a child. Every child is unique, and I aim to reflect their personality and spirit in each portrait. Whether it’s a joyful smile, a curious look, or a quiet moment of wonder, I focus on capturing real, authentic emotions. My daylight studio in Amsterdam provides the perfect natural light for creating warm portraits. The light enhances the beauty of every moment, ensuring that each image is as unique and special as the child being photographed. I work closely with families to understand their vision and make sure each session is relaxed and enjoyable, resulting in timeless portraits they’ll treasure for years to come. It’s incredibly rewarding to know that the photos I create will be cherished by families for generations. Helping parents collect memories of their children’s early years is a true privilege, and I am grateful to be a part of their journey in preserving these moments for the future. I'm very grateful to be able to do what i love!

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I am a passionate photographer specializing in child portraits, based in a beautiful daylight studio in Amsterdam. My love for capturing the moments of childhood drives my work, as I strive to help parents preserve these precious memories for a lifetime. Children grow so quickly, and through my photography, I freeze those moments in time, allowing families to hold on to them forever. Photography, to me, is more than just taking pictures. It’s about capturing the essence of a moment, the emotions, and the energy of a child. Every child is unique, and I aim to reflect their personality and spirit in each portrait. Whether it’s a joyful smile, a curious look, or a quiet moment of wonder, I focus on capturing real, authentic emotions. My daylight studio in Amsterdam provides the perfect natural light for creating warm portraits. The light enhances the beauty of every moment, ensuring that each image is as unique and special as the child being photographed. I work closely with families to understand their vision and make sure each session is relaxed and enjoyable, resulting in timeless portraits they’ll treasure for years to come. It’s incredibly rewarding to know that the photos I create will be cherished by families for generations. Helping parents collect memories of their children’s early years is a true privilege, and I am grateful to be a part of their journey in preserving these moments for the future. I'm very grateful to be able to do what i love!

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Peggy Lunion

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Peggy

Lunion

Créteil, France

🇬🇧 As a portrait photographer, I seek to capture emotion in its rawest, most authentic form. What moves me are those moments when the masks fall away, when the soul surfaces, and the image becomes a true connection. I deeply feel what the people I photograph are experiencing. As a mother of four children, two of whom live with disabilities, my personal journey shapes my gaze — one that is gentle, honest, and profoundly human. Each portrait is, to me, a tribute to authenticity, enhanced by a touch of fine art, turning emotion into a lasting imprint. ——————————————————————— 🇫🇷 Photographe portraitiste, je cherche à capturer l’émotion dans ce qu’elle a de plus vrai. Ce qui me touche, ce sont ces instants où les masques tombent, où l’âme affleure, où l’image devient rencontre. Je ressens profondément ce que vivent les personnes que je photographie. Mon vécu de maman de quatre enfants, dont deux en situation de handicap, nourrit mon regard : un regard à la fois doux, lucide et profondément humain. Chaque portrait est pour moi un hommage à l’authenticité, sublimé par une touche de fine art, pour transformer l’émotion en trace durable.

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🇬🇧 As a portrait photographer, I seek to capture emotion in its rawest, most authentic form. What moves me are those moments when the masks fall away, when the soul surfaces, and the image becomes a true connection. I deeply feel what the people I photograph are experiencing. As a mother of four children, two of whom live with disabilities, my personal journey shapes my gaze — one that is gentle, honest, and profoundly human. Each portrait is, to me, a tribute to authenticity, enhanced by a touch of fine art, turning emotion into a lasting imprint. ——————————————————————— 🇫🇷 Photographe portraitiste, je cherche à capturer l’émotion dans ce qu’elle a de plus vrai. Ce qui me touche, ce sont ces instants où les masques tombent, où l’âme affleure, où l’image devient rencontre. Je ressens profondément ce que vivent les personnes que je photographie. Mon vécu de maman de quatre enfants, dont deux en situation de handicap, nourrit mon regard : un regard à la fois doux, lucide et profondément humain. Chaque portrait est pour moi un hommage à l’authenticité, sublimé par une touche de fine art, pour transformer l’émotion en trace durable.

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The Light at the End of the Struggle

She grew up in pain: bullying, violence, illness, disability...
Michael Waldau

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Michael

Waldau

Berlin, Germany Also serving: Dallgow-Döberitz (Germany)

Michael Waldau portrait photographer & mentor I am Michael Waldau from Dallgow-Döberitz, a passionate portrait photographer and mentor for photo workshops, specializing in painting-like portraits in the style of the Old Masters (14th to 18th century). I call this type of portrait photography "Fine Art Portrait" and, somewhat more sensually, "Fine Art Sensual". With my many years of experience and passion for photography, I offer creative solutions for private customers and professional business portraits for small business owners, the self-employed, actors and artists. In my photo studio near Berlin (~ 6 km west of Berlin city limits) I hold inspiring workshops that are characterized by a family atmosphere and intensive, creative content. At the Dallgow-Döberitz photo studio (near Berlin) you will receive tailor-made image solutions and inspiring learning opportunities. + Painting-like portraits in the style of the Old Masters + Creative and staged photo shoots + Professional business portraits & headshots + Practical and interactive photo workshops

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120$ | 2 hours

Michael Waldau portrait photographer & mentor I am Michael Waldau from Dallgow-Döberitz, a passionate portrait photographer and mentor for photo workshops, specializing in painting-like portraits in the style of the Old Masters (14th to 18th century). I call this type of portrait photography "Fine Art Portrait" and, somewhat more sensually, "Fine Art Sensual". With my many years of experience and passion for photography, I offer creative solutions for private customers and professional business portraits for small business owners, the self-employed, actors and artists. In my photo studio near Berlin (~ 6 km west of Berlin city limits) I hold inspiring workshops that are characterized by a family atmosphere and intensive, creative content. At the Dallgow-Döberitz photo studio (near Berlin) you will receive tailor-made image solutions and inspiring learning opportunities. + Painting-like portraits in the style of the Old Masters + Creative and staged photo shoots + Professional business portraits & headshots + Practical and interactive photo workshops

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120$ per hour

Odette Van Drunen

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Odette

Van Drunen

Neder-Hardinxveld, Netherlands

Bij Odetfotografie draait alles om échte, pure en liefdevolle momenten. Ik ben Odet, een gepassioneerde fotograaf die houdt van het vastleggen van herinneringen zoals jullie écht zijn. Geen stijve poses, maar spontane lachjes, warme knuffels en oprechte emoties. Mijn specialiteit? Het fotograferen van gezinnen, zwangere mama’s met hun partner of gezin, pasgeboren baby’s en natuurlijk bruiloften. Of het nu gaat om de tederheid van een pasgeboren kindje, de connectie tussen geliefden of de vrolijke chaos van een gezin – ik zorg ervoor dat deze kostbare momenten voor altijd bewaard blijven. Mijn stijl is warm, tijdloos en natuurlijk. Ik werk vooral met natuurlijk licht en een ontspannen sfeer, zodat iedereen zich op zijn gemak voelt. Het resultaat? Foto’s waarin jullie jezelf herkennen en die je keer op keer met een glimlach bekijkt. Bij Odetfotografie draait het niet alleen om foto’s, maar om het vertellen van jullie verhaal. Een herinnering om voor altijd te koesteren.

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Bij Odetfotografie draait alles om échte, pure en liefdevolle momenten. Ik ben Odet, een gepassioneerde fotograaf die houdt van het vastleggen van herinneringen zoals jullie écht zijn. Geen stijve poses, maar spontane lachjes, warme knuffels en oprechte emoties. Mijn specialiteit? Het fotograferen van gezinnen, zwangere mama’s met hun partner of gezin, pasgeboren baby’s en natuurlijk bruiloften. Of het nu gaat om de tederheid van een pasgeboren kindje, de connectie tussen geliefden of de vrolijke chaos van een gezin – ik zorg ervoor dat deze kostbare momenten voor altijd bewaard blijven. Mijn stijl is warm, tijdloos en natuurlijk. Ik werk vooral met natuurlijk licht en een ontspannen sfeer, zodat iedereen zich op zijn gemak voelt. Het resultaat? Foto’s waarin jullie jezelf herkennen en die je keer op keer met een glimlach bekijkt. Bij Odetfotografie draait het niet alleen om foto’s, maar om het vertellen van jullie verhaal. Een herinnering om voor altijd te koesteren.

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175$ per hour

Shelly Johnson

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Shelly

Johnson

Menasha, The United States Also serving: Green Bay (The United States)

As a seasoned photographer with over 30 years of experience in portrait photography I have embraced a photography movement that is gaining momentum—"Empowerment Photography.” It goes beyond capturing pretty images and instead seeks to tell stories, elevate confidence, and spark empowerment. I strive to empower women of every age, shape, and size, fostering a celebration of beauty that transforms and helps each individual feel beautiful in her own skin. I want to photograph the woman who’s ever looked at a picture of herself and not felt beautiful or felt that she is not photogenic. I want to photograph the woman who says she’ll get her picture taken when she loses a few pounds, the mother who looks through her family albums and sees she is missing because she avoids the camera.

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As a seasoned photographer with over 30 years of experience in portrait photography I have embraced a photography movement that is gaining momentum—"Empowerment Photography.” It goes beyond capturing pretty images and instead seeks to tell stories, elevate confidence, and spark empowerment. I strive to empower women of every age, shape, and size, fostering a celebration of beauty that transforms and helps each individual feel beautiful in her own skin. I want to photograph the woman who’s ever looked at a picture of herself and not felt beautiful or felt that she is not photogenic. I want to photograph the woman who says she’ll get her picture taken when she loses a few pounds, the mother who looks through her family albums and sees she is missing because she avoids the camera.

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