I visited the Negenmaandenbeurs in Amsterdam 2026 for the first time this year. What stayed were small gestures, fragile stories, and the enduring power of heirlooms. A reflection on memory, motherhood, and why I photograph at all.

Professional headshots do not have to feel stiff or overproduced. During a summer visit to Bern, I photographed Miriam in a short, relaxed session using natural light and a simple reflector. With the old city of Bern and a concrete wall as quiet backdrops, the focus stayed on presence rather than performance. These images now live in her daily business communication and social media, and one even found its way into the local newspaper. This post reflects on what makes a professional headshot feel usable, human, and lasting.

Maternity posing in Amsterdam homes is not about creating shapes. It is about listening to light, space, and the body as it already is. A quiet guide to finding ease indoors.

This maternity photoshoot at home in Amsterdam Oud Zuid unfolded on a warm summer afternoon, guided by soft northern light and the quiet rhythm of a familiar space. At 32 weeks pregnant, she chose comfort over performance and presence over perfection. What emerged was a series of intimate portraits shaped by light, texture, and trust. This post reflects on why photographing pregnancy at home creates space for authenticity, how preparation changes the emotional tone of a session, and how these moments later become heirlooms that carry memory forward.