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Amsterdam-maternity-photoshoot

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Looking for a maternity photoshoot in Amsterdam? When you’re visiting a new city, sometimes you don’t want to carve out two hours for a photoshoot. That’s why I offer a 30 minute session slot, available only in the evenings. Photoshoots are €135, 30 minutes, and comes with 20 retouched images delivered in an online gallery.

Maternity Photoshoot Amsterdam

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You’re visiting Amsterdam and you want a little something to remember the city. Not something that screams “tourist” from your kitchen fridge or office filing cabinet, but something you can seamlessly integrate into your everyday life and respond to compliments with, “Oh yeah, I picked it up when I was in Amsterdam.”

Souvenirs from Amsterdam You’ll Actually Use

amsterdam souvenirs

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We’re so busy these days, but I ordered two books in May because I’d have Mother’s Day and my birthday (I turned 27!) to read them. I was so excited and had heard great things about them, but was majorly disappointed. And I’m not a snobby reader. I majored in English and I love Shakespeare […]

Sim’s Book Reviews

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Quick and Easy Aldi (NL) and Albert Heijn Meals As promised, here’s what I’m cooking every week, no ads, no life story. I will add that these are not gourmet. These are the meals of people who moved to a new country with two kids and are starting two businesses. We are tired. My Dutch […]

What I Cook in the Netherlands as an American Expat

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gemeente bridal portraits

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If you’re getting married at the Gemeente, rest assured that this day is still all about you and your fiancé.

Gemeente Wedding Photography

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Each baby’s approach to their cake smash photoshoot is completely different and showcases their budding personality.

Cake Smash Photoshoot

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netherlands tulip fields family photos

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Let me let you in on my biggest tulip secret as a family photographer: the rows of space in between the flowers are the perfect race track!

Netherlands Tulip Fields Family Photos

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Trek de aandacht van uw doelgroep met hoogwaardige en luxueuze branding- en productfotografie.

Branding Fotografie

branding fotografie

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The Bos en Lommer neighborhood is full of hidden gems, but the park I photograph in is my favorite secret when it comes to Spring blooms!

Bos en Lommer Spring Family Photos

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Spring in Amsterdam is oh-so beautiful, but you need outfits that are both cute and can weather a downpour.

Amsterdam Outfit Ideas for Spring

amsterdam quilted jacket spring outfit

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