Sandra Stokmans Fotografie

I’m Sandra, a documentary photographer based in Maarssen with a big heart for families. My specialty is family photography: Day‑in‑the‑Life sessions and family photos that don’t rely on posing but show real life. Whether it’s newborn and baby photography, children’s portraits, a christening or communion reportage, or a birthday you want to remember forever — I look for the moments you may not even consciously notice now, but will want to return to later. My approach is human, gentle and unobtrusive. With my Day‑in‑the‑Life method I move with your day: no staged poses, no “make‑you‑feel‑good” gimmicks, but images that move you because they are genuine. That produces photographs that are not only memories but also tools: family photos you proudly display, prints that still stir emotions for generations, and visuals that create recognition and trust. Why do families in Maarssen and the surrounding area choose me? Because I see and hear what matters. After nearly twenty years of professional experience in the corporate world, I capture precisely the human side that strengthens communication and memory. My images are warm, engaged and accurate; they tell a story at a single glance. My motto fits that perfectly: real is more meaningful than perfect. How do we work together? We start with a no‑obligation introductory meeting. Together we decide which stories you want to see again: a morning with your newborn, an afternoon of play and homeliness, or a family day with grandparents. Preparation is practical and light: a short questionnaire and a simple plan for the day so everyone feels comfortable. During the session I stay subtle — I photograph while you do what you do. After the session you select the images that move you most. I edit them carefully and deliver them digitally, ready for print or social media. For families who want ongoing documentation, I also offer extended storytelling sessions and Day‑in‑the‑Life albums: tangible keepsakes to browse again and again. Would you like family photography that is human, authentic and memorable? From Maarssen I’d love to help capture your story in pictures — in a way that touches, connects and endures.