Fotografie Lavinia

As a specialist in family photography from the Benthuizen area, Fotografie Lavinia helps families create memories that truly resonate. Family photography is more than posing; it’s about capturing moments of pride, connection and personality. Lavinia works with a direct, warm approach: no fuss, just honest images that show you as you really are. Why choose Fotografie Lavinia? Because she focuses on families and child photography with an eye for purity and character. Her style can be colorful when appropriate, or subdued and painterly when that better suits the mood. Whether it’s newborn, baby or child portraits or a full family shoot, she seeks out the small, genuine moments — a held hand, a mischievous glance, a proud parent — and records them with care and craftsmanship. How does she work with families? The collaboration starts personally: a short phone call to discuss wishes and expectations and to offer practical clothing tips. During the session Lavinia creates a relaxed atmosphere — with a cup of coffee, plenty of patience and playful guidance so children feel at ease. She alternates between posed and spontaneous situations, and shows images during the shoot so trust grows and true interaction can emerge. After the session you’ll receive the carefully edited images through a secure client portal. You choose your favorites and we often schedule an ordering appointment to bring the best photos to your walls. Lavinia believes photos are meant to be seen: on display, as keepsakes and as gifts. The story behind the images: Lavinia is a natural people-person, trained at the Fotovakschool and shaped by years of practical experience. She values honesty in imagery — tough with a raw edge, yet always warm. Based in Benthuizen and working across the surrounding area (Alphen aan den Rijn, Leiden, Zoetermeer), she uses her creativity to capture families in a comfortable, engaged way. In short: if you’re looking for a family photography specialist who blends calm, joy and authenticity, Fotografie Lavinia turns your moment into a collection of proud, lasting memories.