english speaking family photographer in the netherlands

 

English speaking newborn photographer Amsterdam — mother and baby by window

I am here For the beginnings that are too important to forget

Parenthood isn’t perfect, but it is beautiful in all its raw power, love, and challenges. I document your journey exactly as it is: honestly, softly, and intimately.

 

Welcome, I’m Nora.

 

Nora van Arkel, documentaire fotograaf voor zwangerschap geboorte kraamtijd en newborn regio Leiden en Den Haag

Becoming a parent changes everything. One moment you feel invincible, the next completely insecure—and often, both at the same time. This transition is a period of immense love, but also of finding your footing in a new version of reality.


As a mother of a baby and a toddler, I understand this transition deeply. I am here to capture your first chapters just as they unfold. You don't have to prove anything here; there is no need for "Instagram perfection." Just the honest, beautiful truth of your family. I might just be the right family photographer in the Netherlands for you if that resonates with you <3.

Pregnancy & Newborn Sessions

Maternity photographer The Hague — couple on the beach

Whether it’s the quiet anticipation of your pregnancy or the first few weeks with your baby, I capture these fleeting moments during a softly guided session. We can meet at your home or in a beautiful outdoor location (forest, dunes, or heathland). I always follow the rhythm of you and your baby. Does the baby need to feed, be changed, or sleep? That is not a "break" in our session—it’s part of the story, and it often makes for the most beautiful, authentic pictures.


Sessions for €349

 

The Postpartum Story (Kraamtijd)

 

English speaking postpartum photographer Amsterdam — family with newborn at home

The first weeks with a baby are a hazy, beautiful, and sometimes overwhelming "bubble." In the Netherlands, we call this kraamtijd. I document the precious, real moments of this fleeting period: the feedings, the first baths, the recovery, and the tired but proud smiles.


During these sessions, I stay quietly in the background while you go about your new everyday. I don't ask you to do anything differently. To support your recovery, I also bring a home-cooked meal for your fridge, so you can focus entirely on your baby.


Reportages from €899 (Includes a high-quality linen album)

Birth Photography

Newborn photography Amsterdam — close-up detail

The most intense and human performance you will ever give, documented with love and care. I am on-call from 37 weeks onwards and present from active labor until a few hours after birth to capture those life-changing first encounters.


Birth reportage: €1499 (Includes a high-quality linen album)

 

family photographer the hague

Family photographer The Hague — candid sisters laughing

the Photoshoots

are all including:



as much time as we need (on average between 1-2 hours)

20 professionally edited images delivered in high resolution in an online gallery, where you get to pick your own favorites

basic album 15x20cm with 5 spreads (upgrades possible)

access to client closet (mama & baby)

styling advice


€349


excl. travel costs from 20 km outside of Warmond and delivery costs

Maternity photographer The Hague — golden hour dunes shoot

 

Upgrades & add-ons

 

Luxury album in various sizes and finishes

1–4 additional photos: €15 per photo

5 additional photos: €65

All photos (full gallery): pricing for this is personalised based on the number of photos in your gallery

Additional print of your photo album to give to grandparents, godparents or friends

Rush delivery

 

bundels

 

two-in-one


If you book a (maternity or other) shoot simultaneously with a second shoot (for example a newborn, 3-month or 1-year shoot) you get a €50 discount on the total amount.


€50 discount


mix shoot & documentary



When you combine a (maternity) shoot with a simultaneously booked documentary photography session (birth/postpartum) you get €100 discount ór an upgrade to a luxury 20x30 album with personalized cover and 12 spreads (instead of 2 small albums).


€100 discount ór luxury album upgrade
English speaking documentary photographer Netherlands — honest postpartum detail

 

I'd love to get to know you

 

Every session is a loving, intimate time capsule, meant to capture a precious moment of you and your family forever. Feel free to send me a message to learn how I work and discuss the possibilities. I speak English fluently and would love to hear your story.

Available for sessions throughout the Randstad area, including Leiden, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, and Utrecht.

Pregnancy photographer Amsterdam — couple in the dunes

"We will always cherish these photographs, and we're so grateful for the wonderful experience you created for us."

"We absolutely loved going through the pictures and reliving such a special chapter of our lives. You have done a wonderful job capturing these precious moments, and we truly appreciate the care, creativity, and attention to detail that you brought to the shoot. Thank you for helping us preserve these beautiful memories."