Nienke Laan Photography

I’m Nienke Laan and family photography is what I’m passionate about. As a photographer based in Alkmaar I focus on family shoots and all the intimate moments around them: from playful children’s portraits to calm newborn photos and relaxed day‑in‑the‑life reportages. My style is fresh, spontaneous and atmospheric — I work with natural daylight, creative compositions and a documentary eye to capture your story authentically. Why choose me? Because I create calm and trust. I put people at ease quickly and give gentle, specific direction when needed. That produces photos where you are genuinely yourselves — not stiff poses, but the small interactions and real togetherness that will mean the most later on. I pay close attention to light, colour and composition and combine that with the ability to catch those spontaneous moments while you go about your usual routines. How do I work? Often I blend in unobtrusively during your moments: a morning at home, a walk in nature or a playful afternoon in town. For families who want to preserve their everyday dynamics I also offer day‑in‑the‑life reportages — a meaningful, tangible time capsule of ordinary life. For shorter memories there are location-based family shoots and creative window shoots that are low-threshold and safe. What do you get? Images with mood and emotion that suit your family, professionally edited and ready to share or print. I deliver photos via a personal online gallery and can also arrange a beautiful photo album as a tactile keepsake if you wish. My approach is personal: we discuss wishes and locations in advance, I take my time during the shoot and afterwards you receive a curated selection of edited images. I photograph families in and around Alkmaar and enjoy translating everyday moments into beautiful pictures. If you’re looking for a family photography specialist who works in a relaxed, creative and involved way — let’s meet and capture your family story together.