This is what I call a power portrait. The soft light hits her just right. And that's exactly what black and white does here: it strips away everything that doesn't matter, and leaves only what does. Her presence. Her strength. Her story. Because that's what I believe a portrait should feel like, not perfect, not polished for the sake of it. Real.
Barbara Kempeneers

À propos de moi
A true portrait shows a child as they really are. No forced smiles, no distractions—just personality. That’s what I aim for in every image. My style is pure and timeless. I keep the setting simple, so all the focus is on expression, posture, and the little details that make each child unique. The portraits I create aren’t just for today, but for years to come. Some moments will never return, except in photographs. Based in the Netherlands, I work with parents who want more than just a picture. They want a portrait to cherish for generations.
Photos sélectionnées
I photographed these twin sisters just as they are...full of joy, laughter, and perfectly matched in spirit. I love creating portraits that capture children for who they truly are, in their own element. There is nothing that makes me happier than preserving those genuine moments.
I took this photo of a beautiful woman during sunset on the beach. While the light was colourful and magical, I also love this black and white version. It draws all attention to her and her beautiful pregnancy.
A non-traditional portrait of a cool boy mom with her two energetic boys. Not a perfectly posed photo, but a photo in which they truly recognize themselves. I love creating images like this.
A portrait that captures their special bond between a grandmother and her granddaughter. A beautiful photograph for now, that will become a memory of priceless value in the future.
A bit unusual portrait of a mother with her two sons. Just the way they are. A bit of fun, a bit of chaos, but above all, a lot of love.
Very pretty sweet girl with a beautiful smile.
Two sweet little characters, brothers, curious and adventurous. A bit shy at first, but in the end, I was able to capture them just as they are - their true selves.
Galerie photo
Netherlands

Mayera Heij
Driebergen-Rijsenburg

Tara Kruit
Dordrecht

Hatice Langkemper
Haarlem

Bente Oosterwold
Groningen

Ceciel Rip
Zoetermeer

Evi Van Der Zon
Duiven

Amber Den Oudsten
Nieuwendijk

Karlijn Fierens
Oudewater

Dominique Barendregt
Hoek van Holland

Agnes Bos
Emmen

Manal Tasgaoui
The Hague

Manon Rietbroek
Hengelo
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