Confidence means knowing that you have the ability to get the job done. It starts from there. Being confident you can do it. It’s a mix of knowing and doing that gets you more confident. 1 Stand tall, legs apart shoulders length, and imagine an invisible string pulling you up from the top of […]
How often do we look in the mirror and all we can see is our imperfections? We focus on the things that we don’t like about ourselves and we forget to appreciate the things that make us unique and beautiful. If you’re not happy with who you are, it’s time to make peace with yourself. […]
The other day I was taking a portrait of a wonderful strong beautiful woman, who survived the brutal C. She lived her life being of service to her family and yet at 50, she was doing this photoshoot for herself, doing a photo shoot for the first time, doing something for herself. She was still […]
As a new mom, all you crave is a little pampering and some time off. I interviewed Tatiana about how she feels about becoming a mom and taking time off for herself.
As you know, last year I have become a mother. It was indeed the most remarkable and unforgettable year, becoming a mother, having a daughter. It’s been a time of growth, acceptance and much-needed self-love. It’s incredible to see a new story come to life, to witness it from the early stages, […]
So many people I photograph and friends tell me that they are single and can’t find a partner to share their lives in Amsterdam. They start blaming the city, their busy lives, their careers. I always ask them, are you ready for love? Valentine is coming and I feel compelled to write about this. […]
As the year renews, it is a good time to reflect back and see what still works with you, so you can keep it, and what does not, so you can throw it away. You can apply this for any item in your closet, kitchen, cosmetics, paperwork. Same goes for habits and rituals. Notice what has to stay, […]
I’ve just received the most heartwarming review from my first Glamour Photoshoot Session I’ve done.. I’m most humbled and grateful. I guess it’s been a journey for both of us, Su ! “Ever since I celebrated 30 years of my life I was preparing for my 40th birthday. I wanted to celebrate this milestone with […]
While shopping for a Christmas tree, I remembered what my father always said when I was young. As usual, like my parents did, I shop around for days, looking at trees around town, checking sizes and shapes and colours. Looking for the perfect tree. Then I find it. It is the most beautiful tree, double […]
That Chick in Amsterdam is a new community for international girls that just want to have fun, meet other girls that want to go out and hangout. It grew to 1500 people over night and it’s very active online. Me and my colleague photographer Teresa Hulst, hosted a photo shoot for this group. We wanted to meet-up with some […]