Joanna van Gemeren Family Photography

To say the last months are a photographic-struggle is like saying nothing.
But then again, being able to bring in front of my camera people who are an important part of my life and work with them to create these amazing shots - is all that matters.

This woman is one of the most beautiful, strong, adventurous, and amazing people that I know. Her laugh is contagious from across the room.
Cannot wait for the next time we can do some photos together :)













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In search of inspiration, I visited Amersfoort. Really surprising city. But definitly inspiration bucket is much more fuller now!

Love how one type of photography can translate to other :) Soon some results!

I was quiet for a moment, but I am back!

Love LOVE pre rain clouds!

To all the mothers out there who pour their hearts into raising incredible human beings, and to all the sisters who share an unbreakable bond, this is a celebration of you. Your love, your laughter, and your presence are truly priceless.

There are frames that cannot get out of my head after photoshoots. Another overshare is coming.
I had the pleasure to photograph this family before. This time two sisters wanted to join.

It is a unique experience photographing families. Different dynamics, emotions, goals, and expectations. Each making photoshoots such a fantastic experience.

Maternity photoshoots are becoming one of my favorite ones :)

Do you prefer black&white or color version? And why?

Another overshare is coming!

There's something truly enchanting about the soft, warm light of the golden hour embracing the glowing mom-to-be. It's a mesmerizing backdrop for celebrating the miracle of life. Honored to be a part of this journey, preserving the joy and love of expectant mothers through my lens.

I could just post and post and post photos from this photoshoot!

Yay!
I am looking for 2 families or couples to try out a new location and techniques.

The family must be available a weekday evening in June or July and come to Vianen. (there are also options for weekends but text me for details)
It is important that you will work with me on styling for the photoshoot. (so we will find a nice combination of clothes that will enhance the final images)

For your time you'll receive 3 fully edited digital images.
Please comment below or send me PM if interested. I will notify the chosen family by Friday 🙂

Model Calls are free sessions that I offer when i am looking for images to use for marketing purposes. A model realase must be filled out prior to the session allowing the images to be used for marketing and promotion.

Did I already say how amazing this photoshoot was?

In the enchanting realm where the ethereal light of the setting sun meets the world of photography, magic happens. The golden hour, that fleeting period shortly before sunset or just after sunrise, casts a warm, golden glow over everything it touches, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. Recently, we had the privilege of witnessing such a mesmerizing photoshoot, featuring an incredible woman who effortlessly embodied beauty, grace, and empowerment.

The same dress, different location, different model and whole mood changes.

I am in love with this photos .

Last 5 minutes of the photoshoot and we had a moment to try out the lace dress! So delicate, boho-like. Perfectly fitting with a flower crown.

What do you think? Should I make more colors?:)

Are you an expectant mama, or do you know somebody who is? I am looking for 2 pregnant mamas to model some new additions to my client maternity wardrobe. You must have a sizable baby-bump! The session will take place in Vianen on outdoor location. For helping me out, you will receive a complimentary session with 2 digital files.

Wardrobe, backgrounds and posing will be chosen by me.

Model Calls are free sessions that I offer when i am looking for images to use for marketing purposes. A model realase must be filled out prior to the session allowing the images to be used for marketing and promotion.

See you soon on a photoshoot!:)

Photoshoot in full sun is always challenging but not impossible :) And we do not always have to hide under bridge!

The dress worked amazing! Small changes were needed and still need to try it out but I am sure - that we can create amazing, amazing photos with it! So glad that it is now part of my client closet.

Why it is so important for me to make my own dresses and have my client's closet? Will show you in a few days!

Thank you to amazing Tamira Weide-Jaarsma

Finally took the dress for a spin! I was eyeing this bridge for some time, it looked perfect to combine it with this nice set.

I tend to make pictures in nature mostly, somehow forgot that architectural photography was my first artistic outlet. Need to go back more to it.

Are you team nature or concrete?:)

o wow!
I am almost done and I am amazed at how good it looks!
Next week - try out photoshoot! Or maybe you also want to try it on and make some beautiful amazing photos??

Let me know!

This time something different!
Let's bring that color :)
No, I am not saying those dresses are for everyone - but nothing is for everyone and that is an amazing thing :)

The last dress is coming with me next week to a photoshoot also! Just wait for the results, it will be stunning!

I have one more dress to make, one more lace top, and then I can focus on additions. Already two headpieces are in progress, third one almost is ready to leave "drawing board" and then - will be a good moment to start doing the tulle cape!

What a mix oh my ADHD is so happy :) !!

Just a quick sneak peek!
I am almost done with this dress and cannot wait to photograph it on amazing Tamira Weide-Jaarsma next week!

It can be fitted to sizes 38-52 and can be mixed up quite nicely also :)

Oh it will look amazing on you also!

What do you think?

This is a special dress and it is only a prototype.
It was handmade by my mother-in-law and me with amazing help from my mom that was helping via text hehe :)

I wanted to create a dress that can accommodate every shape and size - it will not work for all of us, but almost all!

I will be making it in lace and different colors and materials! So everyone will have something to choose from.

How do you like it?:) Is there anything you would change or do differently?

Client Closet update!

To start with a few options :)
different styles, colors and sizes.
The blue dress can fit sizes from 42-54.
Dirty pink - around 36-44
Brown dresses between 42-50
And my score of the day - black top with skirt (handmade) - 40-54

The majority of dresses I am getting are very stretchy or they look good also with quite some amount of cloth pins on the back :)

Tomorrow I will reveal my favorite and most versatile dress and - HANDMADE (by my mother in low and me) !

What do you think? What kind of dresses you would like to see in my closet?

It is happening!
I am opening a client closet :)

It is a beautiful selection of dresses and headpieces that you can use during our photoshoots!
If you fall in size between 36-54 you will find something for yourself:)

It is just the start so the collection will be growing.

Next in plans - lace boho dress and beautiful burgundy dress with wide sleeves.

Stay tuned - tomorrow will be a day of the reveal! :)

I will leave this a bit without explanation.
Just stay tuned!

See you soon :)

This illustration was created as homework I got from an amazing artist Edyta. https://www.instagram.com/andryszak.tattoo .
Just create something with baroque painting in mind. And here it is!

Cannot wait to print it out:)

Would you like to have your own illustration with your child in it? Let's chat!

Tell me a secret.

Lately, I was busy with something absolutely different than normally. But let's not forget that we are getting into a season where all outdoor photoshoots will be again not only creating some awesome pictures but also a lot of fun!

I offer two different photoshoots - today let's talk about Lifestyle.

If you are thinking about photoshoot and think "but how I will know what to do", "but, what will look good on the pictures, what should I wear"... lifestyle photoshoot is perfect for you!

We will talk in advance about clothing choice, location, time, and what you would like to see in your pictures. During the photoshoot, I will direct you and tell you what and how to do. Maybe we will think about some activity that you would like to do with your family, or I will give you some prompts on our location.

You will not even notice when 60 minutes will pass by :)

I still have some spots available in March and April bookings are also possible.

Just send me a message :)

Last week we talked about documentary photoshoots, this time we will talk about something a bit different - lifestyle photoshoots. I was so reluctant to such sessions! Oh my! But as it turned out only, because I just did not get it. I was so focused on documentary that I lost sight from what lifestyle is and what it gives to others. And what it gives to me!

Lifestyle is AMAZING! It allows you to focus on emotion and at the same time helps with creating a beautiful image before it even will have a place. We talk about details beforehand so we all know what to expect.

Lifestyle Photography is a session aimed to show you in your best, although with flexible stylization. We will talk beforehand about your clothing choices and we will discuss location. I will guide and lead you, leaving space for your interpretation. Not on every photo you will be looking at the camera, rather, on most of them you will be looking at each other. You will hug, embrace each other, or be busy with some activity. Types of tasks that aren’t awaited moments will allow you to feel more freely and forget that you are on a photo session. The purpose of such a session is to show your relationship sprinkled with beautiful aesthetics (location, clothing, final photo editing).

Do you have any questions? Are you more documentary or lifestyle photography person?

Did you already saw my website? https://www.joannavangemeren.com/

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When your kiddo dreams about giraffes asking for direction :)

Let this Christmas' time be magical - in your own kind of magic!
From our family to yours:)

Winter magic.
This season not many of you are interested in outdoor photoshoots, which makes this season ideal for personal projects and also enjoying new and a bit different things.