An investment in a photo session that really counts never starts with a camera.
Every investment in a photo session in Belgium starts with something much more important:
a conversation.
A moment in which we discover what really matters to you.Not what you want to photograph,
but why you want to.Perhaps you want to feel again what you sometimes forget.
Perhaps you want to make a moment of strength, gentleness, or connection tangible.In that conversation, we go deeper than words.
We listen, we feel,
and we create a vision that suits you perfectly.Only then does the photo session follows—
, an experience in which you are allowed to be yourself, not perform.The images that emerge from this become a reflection
of what you have rediscovered in yourself and in the people you love.
What if photography isn't about photos?
What if it's about you —about how you're learning to see yourself, your family, or your relationship in a new light?
This investment is not about what you get,
but about what you discover.
Together, we will explore what motivates you (
), what gives you strength (
), and what connects you to the people and things that matter most to you.
The images become the result of that discovery—
not as a reminder of the past,
but as confirmation of who you dare to be today.
We now know what is important to you, what you want to feel,
and what these images may mean to you.
. You don't need to know what to do with your hands or how to look.
And whatever happens, you don't have to worry about a thing.
Everything is taken care of for you, so you can focus entirely on enjoying the moment.
You just have to be.
Together, we create a safe, warm environment in which emotions can flow and connections become visible.
The session is not a performance—it is an experience in which you or you all
are given the freedom to reconnect with who you truly are.
The magic of this moment is not in the camera,
but in what happens between you.
The Design Session is the moment when everything comes together. You don't just see images.
You see your story.What began with a conversation and an experience in the studio,
takes on its deepest meaning here. Together, we discover which images speak to you—
, the moments when you feel:
this is me,
this is us.I help you see what often escapes our own gaze:
the power, the tenderness, the love that lies in every detail.In this session, we will work together to design how your story can be displayed in your home:
as art on the wall, in a luxury album, or in a collection that brings meaning every day.The Design Session is not a selection process,
but a moment of discovery —
in which you realize that these images are more than just photography.They are a reminder of what really matters,
and a confirmation of who you are today.
When you come to collect your artwork,
it's as if the story comes to life again.The images we chose together,
, are now tangible.
You can touch them, hold them,
, and feel what they mean to you.This is the moment when the circle is complete—
, in which you not only see how beautiful the images are,
but above all how meaningful they have become.Each piece of art is created with care and craftsmanship,
completely tailored to your story.When you hold it in your hands,
you realize that it was never just about photos.It was always about you,
about you,
and about what really matters.
It is a process of rediscovery — of listening, feeling, and connecting.
Your investment starts with a session fee of €250.
This compensation includes:
– a personal discovery session in which we explore your story together
– guidance with styling, outfits, and concept
– professional makeup for moms or female portraits
– the full studio experience, with professional guidance
– use of all clothing, sets, and accessories
– reveal & Design Session to view and select your images together
– for cake smash: a beautifully crafted cake
The session fee does not include images or products.
You will only make that choice during the Design Session, when you feel which images move you.
There you will discover how you want to make your story tangible:
as a work of art on the wall, as an album, or as a carefully curated Fine Art Selection.
The images we create together are meant to be felt.
To hold on to.
To be visible in your daily life.
That is why digital files are never sold separately.
Every photo you select for your album, wall art, or Treasure Box,
will automatically be sent to you in digital format (social media format).
These digital versions are:
– ideal for sharing
– suitable for small prints up to 13 × 18 cm
Larger prints are made exclusively by professional labs,
, so that the quality perfectly matches your experience.
Digital files are therefore not a stand-alone purchase,
but a valuable addition to tangible art.
It's a piece of yourself — a memory you can feel every day.
During the Design Session, choose how many images you want to tell your story.
So you don't have to choose between digital and tangible — you can have both.
Because memories deserve a place in your hands and in your heart.
10 Fine Art images
, including a handmade Fine Art Album or Treasure Box
digital files of all selected images
15 Fine Art images
, including a handmade Fine Art Album or Treasure Box
digital files of all selected images
25 Fine Art images
, including a handmade Fine Art Album or Treasure Box
digital files of all selected images
Additional images can be added to each collection:
$50 per selected image
This way, you decide how big your story can become.
Your selected images are always made tangible in an album or Treasure Box.
Some stories deserve to be preserved.
To browse through, relive,
and share with those who matter most.
Our Fine Art Albums are handmade,
packaged in a luxurious box,
and finished with the same care and quality as our wall art.
(Included in the Fine Art Selections.)
Some stories you don't want to read in a book, but experience bit by bit.
The Treasure Box is a handmade wooden box,
filled with Fine Art portfolios — each one a small work of art in its own right.
These folios are ideal for cherishing, displaying, or sharing,
and bring your images to life in a pure, tangible way.
Each box is handcrafted,
finished in luxurious materials
and designed to last a lifetime.
You can choose from two formats, depending on how you want to present your story:
25 × 20 cm
Compact, elegant, ideal for displaying and holding
→ Included in the Fine Art Selections
28 × 35 cm
larger, more impressive, designed to let images truly breathe
→ upgrade +€250
To showcase your story in the most harmonious way, I offer carefully curated collections.
Each collection is handmade in Scotland and consists of a unique composition of artworks,
designed to breathe one emotion, one connection, or one story.
These collections are not just decoration—
; they are a daily reminder of who you are,
, and what really matters.
The images you select during your Fine Art Selection can be directly transformed into wall art, ensuring that the same emotion remains visible in your interior.
Collections start at €1650,
with different sizes and compositions depending on your space and your taste.
Together during the Design Session, you will discover which collection
best tells your story.
A collection that reveals the essence of connection.
Collection of 3 artworks
Size 117 x 102 cm
€ 1650
Four images that breathe together as one.
Perfectly balanced, visually and emotionally.
Collection of 4 artworks
Size 153 x 115 cm
€ 2100
A dynamic composition that radiates life and energy.
Ideal for stories full of spontaneity and warmth.
Collection of 4 artworks
Size 159 x 102 cm
€ 2100
A sophisticated, layered arrangement with presence.
Designed for spacious walls or architectural settings.
Collection of 4 artworks
Size 168 x 152 cm
€ 2100
Also available in size 206 x 187 cm
The most comprehensive collection.
A statement of love, strength, and lasting meaning.
Collection of 5 artworks
Size 170 x 84 cm
€ 2100
Also available in size 206 x 102 cm
Single pieces available on request from €625
In addition to albums and wall decorations, we also offer a number of fun extras, ideal as gifts for grandparents, godparents, or yourself.
You want meaning.
A moment in your life
that deserves to be paused for a moment.
Not to decide.
Not to plan.
But to feel what this moment does to you.
That is why every session at ESSENCE OF YOU
starts with a personal discovery call.
A relaxed conversation
in which you don't need to prepare anything
or make any decisions.
Just space
for your story
and what is truly valuable to you.
Schedule your personal discovery call
(completely non-binding)
by Anja Maesen