Vacation Photography

What if I tell you the busiest location in your photos can look empty?

Hi, I'm Joanna, a vacation photographer based in Amsterdam, and we talk about photography, Amsterdam, and The Netherlands for your next holidays.

We head south of Amsterdam to Keukenhof Gardens for a couple's photo session. Everyone says it's always busy, but let's prove it wrong. Today's photo session is a babymoon captured on April 3rd at around 10 a.m. Originally booked at 9:20 a.m., it got delayed due to light drizzle, which is very common in April.

Today, I want to share my 5 top tips for photographing in a busy location like Keukenhof:

1) Arrive early: Keukenhof opens at 8 a.m., and aim to start at this time. If you are not a morning person, the second best time is 5:30 p.m., when tour groups leave.

2) Dress warmly. I know it is Spring, but the Netherlands is still cold. So, flowing dresses are nice, but take a warm coat. Another option is to dress in layers.

3) Wear comfy shoes. Keukenhof is a large garden with a lot to walk from one side to the other. It would be better if the shoes were easily changed between locations or if you don't need to change them.

4) You don't need a tour bus to visit Keukenhof. The best way to reach it is to purchase the bus directly at the Keukenhof site. This will allow you to arrive right at the opening time and pay a discounted ticket for public transportation.

Here is what Urvisha said from our photo session in Keukenhof:

"Our maternity shoot at Keukenhof Tulip Garden, with Joanna, was an absolute joy. Joanna's expertise in photography and understanding the nuances of maternity poses made the experience unforgettable. Her guidance and ease of communication made the session effortless, resulting in stunning photos that beautifully captured this special moment in our lives amidst the vibrant tulip fields. We are beyond thrilled with the outcome and highly recommend Joanna for anyone seeking a photographer who excels in both skill and professionalism." - Urvisha. April, 2024

Please remember that we only photograph Keukenhof Gardens in April (exclusively), so if you want to come to The Netherlands for tulips, plan your visit in April.

This photo session was captured with love for @flytographer in Amsterdam. Here is my referral link for you to have a $25 discount on your first session with them. Remember, they are in more than 350 cities, not only in Amsterdam. https://flytog.co/JOANNA

Until next photo session in Amsterdam.

Joanna, your Amsterdam photographer

Vacation photographer and local expert based in Amsterdam