“If you're looking for a photographer who can truly capture the essence of who you are, I can truly recommend Dave”

CHLOË HOPMAN

MY SIGNATURE APPROACH

THE REAL YOU
headshot experience

I’ve built my approach around one simple truth: when you feel comfortable, relaxed, and truly listened to, your real self shines through.

That’s why I guide you every step of the way- so you can relax, be yourself, and know you’re in safe hands.

One of my superpowers is to make absolutely EVERYONE feel comfortable in front of the camera

CONFIDENCE GUARANTEE

WE DON’T DO SHAME HERE

My studio is a space designed for to feel complete freedom to express yourself without shame or fear

#PHOTOPSYCHOLOGIST

I will support you to dare to look at the things you don’t like about yourself and your appearance, and reframe them into positives that empower you!

WE’RE A GOOD FIT IF:

  • YOU WANT TO GAIN CONFIDENCE

    I promise that you will leave my photo studio feeling more confident in yourself than when you arrived. If you’re open to being seen as you really are, being listened to and encouraged, and guided through the process, then this photo-experience is the right one for you.

  • YOU WANT TO DEVELOP YOURSELF PERSONALLY & PROFESSIONALLY

    You are not afraid to invest in yourself but you need some guidance in how to best present yourself on camera. I will help you challenge your preconceptions of what a headshot should be like, empowering you to discover more about how you want to show up through expressing yourself freely. The result? An experience that feels liberating and a set of photos that represent the best version of yourself- confident, aligned, authentic, and unashamedly YOU.

  • YOU WANT TO SHOW UP AS THE REAL YOU

    Being real is more important than anything. That’s why every aspect of this photo experience will represent you truly. From the hair and make-up choices, outfits and posing, all the way through to the natural editing of the final photos, you will recognise yourself. Your new online profile picture will match the real life you and make a lasting first impression.

THIS REALLY RESONATES WITH ME- LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN RIGHT NOW! ->

PREMIUM CLIENT PERKS

  • Pre-session styling consultation to find your best colours and outfits

  • Complimentary guide “How to Prepare For Your Photo Session” - advice on how to get ready so you feel confident and relaxed before stepping into the studio

  • Confidence-boosting guidance on exactly how to pose, plus live previews so you can see the magic unfold in real time

  • A relaxed, all-inclusive experience - from great coffee to curated sets, everything’s designed so you can take it easy and enjoy every moment

  • A premium, feel-good experience from start to finish - you’ll walk away feeling confident, seen, and truly proud of how you showed up

  • Photos that don’t simply capture your beautiful essence but tell a powerful story - yours!

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • STEP 1: Schedule a phonecall to discuss your photo experience

  • STEP 2: Phonecall: describe your vibe, your needs and wants, and find which experience fits you best.

  • STEP 3: Confirm photo experience

  • STEP 4: Photo Session: Meet in Volkshotel lobby. Sip delicious coffee whilst receiving your hair and make-up styling. Shoot in the studio, reviewing results on screen as we go.

  • STEP 5: Receive online preview gallery within 3 days of shoot; choose final photos.

  • STEP 6: Receive finalised photos and post your favourites online (tagging Dave!)

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  • "Just wrapped my very first full-on photoshoot and wow, what an experience! 🎬✨ Hours flew by as we played with poses, outfits, lighting, and pure creativity. Huge thanks to Dave for making me feel so comfortable and confident in front of the camera- your energy made all the difference.”

    Ivania Vélez

  • "Dave is not only an amazing photographer but also an amazing human being. He has creative ideas on how to create perfect lighting while at the same time is able to discuss life and have fun with you. I definitely recommend working with him."

    Danique Scipio

  • "I love Dave's energy, enthusiasm and passion. Dave instantly makes you feel welcome and creates a calm and fun environment. I really enjoyed the experience! We also worked together on ideas for backdrops & outfits which suited my personality - I appreciated having good direction and support in this and during the session. Thanks Dave for some great photos and an amazing experience 🙏"

    Dylan Alexander

  • "I can't recommend Dave's work enough. He's a complete artist, both technically and personally. I've never felt so comfortable in front of a photographer as I did with him; it felt like two old friends having a nice time together. Additionally, he was absolutely professional when it comes to answering my questions before and after the shoot, meeting deadlines, and considering my requests. I am more than happy with the results!"

    Ana Cavalcanti

  • "It was a real pleasure to work together with Dave on my headshots: when we were preparing for the photo shooting, he was really curious about what I wanted, what I was looking for. The whole creative process is a team work as I felt involved in it all along. I am not the person who is the most at ease in front of a camera, but Dave makes it really easy. And I love his style! I heartedly recommend Dave for his great work :-)"

    Zineb Benabbes

IS IT WORTH IT?

and other valid questions

Investing my time, energy and money into what exactly?

I don’t think I really want to spend 3 hours in a photo studio.

Can’t you just take a few quick pictures, 30 minutes tops, and we’re done?


I don’t usually wear any make-up, so how will this be the real me if I have a makeover before we start?


Can’t I just go online and buy a generated headshot in an instant?


I’m not used to being the centre of attention, so I’m not sure this is for me.

LONG-TERM BENEFITS OF A
PHOTO SESSION

I hear you! I’ve wrestled with all these questions myself. They are valid, and current, and worth asking yourself.

Let’s break it down real quick:

Investment

When you invest your money, you want it to be in something worthwhile. Or better yet, in someone worthwhile. That someone is you! Forget that €50 groupon you saw one time. We are here to create the essential you photos that you will love, cherish, share, and benefit from. The photos of the real you will be launched upon the world, and the world will love it! This is why your investment is guaranteed to be worth it. You’ll have the best profile photo of all your colleagues (yes they will get jealous!), the most representative About Me page on your business website, the coolest Slack avatar, LinkedIn headshot. Get yourself ready for your inbox to be buzzing with that job offer, promotion and speaking engagement. Your photos will attract you the right kind of attention for all the right reasons!

Clear and transparent pricing

I believe it’s so important to know what you’re getting into, and I love details. That’s why you can read about every photo experience on this website and see immediately what it costs. There are no hidden fees, and if you have any questions about pricing, you are so welcome to ask me directly :)

Payment plans

As a small business owner, freelancer, entrepreneur, I get it, I really do! Cash flow is such an important thing to consider. That’s why I offer payment plans to spread the cost of your session if you are not comfortable to pay it all in one go.

Length of a Studio Session

It’s often said that in life we remember how someone treated us, how we felt when we did something. That’s why I’ve designed a headshot experience that will help you enjoy being photographed and will get you the high quality photos you want! Look at it this way - the quality of our interaction will lead to the quality of the resulting headshots. It’s all one. That’s exactly why we take our time (trust me, it goes quickly!) and take plenty of photos - it helps to produce the best results and a great experience. Both of which will stay with you for a long time. A super quick interaction is not the shortcut you might hope it would be- with no time to acclimatise and relax, it’s very unlikely to either enjoy yourself or achieve a good variety of results.

Natural Make-up

The goal of having a hair and make-up stylist get you ready for a photo session is to help you look your natural best. Most women and men these days ask for a natural look which is definitely an art, putting the art in make-up artist! 100% of people enjoy the experience and attention, and the resulting photos are better every single time. A healthy, cared-for you is what we want to see. What we absolutely will not do is to change your appearance so dramatically that no-one will be able to recognise you. So don’t be afraid- I hear you desire to look natural, and we got you covered!

Generated Headshot

When you invest your money, you want it to be in something worthwhile. Or better yet, in someone worthwhile. That someone is you! Forget that $50 groupon you saw one time. We are here to create the essential you photos that you will love, cherish, share, and benefit from. The photos of the real you will be launched upon the world, and the world will love it! This is why your investment is guaranteed to be worth it. You’ll have the best profile photo of all your colleagues (yes they will get jealous!), the most representative About Me page on your business website, the coolest Slack avatar, Linked In headshot. Get yourself ready for your inbox to be buzzing with that job offer, promotion and speaking engagement. Your photos will attract you the right kind of attention for all the right reasons!

Centre of Attention

On several occasions I have photographed people who actively tried to hide, whilst standing right in front of me and my camera. I understand that receiving attention is not comfortable for everyone, and if that’s the case for you, you can feel amongst friends because that’s actually how most of us feel! During your photo session, I will be your cheerleader, question-poser, conversation partner, and co-creator. I will encourage you to take up a bit more space, whilst still being yourself, prompting and guiding you, and giving you natural poses that boost your confidence. This is genuinely why I love to photograph humans - we are all different and that’s beautiful. You have permission to fully own your story, all of it!

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  • This is the case for lots of people but don't worry about it! This is a relaxed headshot session with no time pressure. We will sip some coffee and start shooting when we are ready, stress-free. I have built my whole approach to photographing people around the fact that you need to feel comfortable, relaxed and listened to in order to be able to be yourself in front of the camera. So relax, you’re in safe hands with me!

  • Fantastic question! In our first call we will dive into what your intention is for your headshot session, and what colours and styles suit you best. I’ll help you pick out and bring a range of outfits that will bring out the best in your complexion and personality.

  • I will select the best photos from the session to show you in an online viewing gallery- consider these your digital negatives. These will be edited into a consistent set so you can see pretty closely what the final results will look like. From this gallery you will make your choices of which photos will be given the finishing touches - this selection will be retouched and cared for me and released to you once fully ready. As the viewing gallery is only for viewing and choosing from, it will not be available for download.

  • I really love natural looking headshots. I love real people with real faces. I want you to look like you! And I do hear you. I hear the deep desire to look your best, and to look how you used to when you were younger. The benefit of a headshot session with me is that I will use amazing lighting, styling and posing to help you look your best. When I edit, I will colour grade, subtly remove minor blemishes and stray hairs but I'm not in the business of making you look like someone else. Remember that your headshot is your online calling card, so it’s best that you and your photo are consistent!

  • It’s often said that in life we remember how someone treated us, how we felt when we did something. That’s why I’ve designed a headshot session experience that will help you enjoy being photographed and will get you the high quality photos you want! Look at it this way - the quality of our interaction will lead to the quality of the resulting headshots. It’s all one! That’s exactly why we take our time and take plenty of photos - it helps to produce the best results and a great experience!

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