THE LENS

CHARIS

Hi, I’m so happy you’re here.
I'm Charis and  I was born in 1988 in the Dutch artists' village of Bergen, and now live in a little house by the river in Rotterdam with my wonderful (almost) husband and our sweet baby boy named Toms.

Before weddings became my world, I worked in the fashion industry—traveling from New York to Paris and beyond. That time shaped my eye for beauty, detail, and emotion—something I now bring into every love story I get to capture. After graduating from the Photography Academy in 2017, one of the very first weddings I photographed was immediately featured in Italian VOGUE and The LANE, propelling my career.

Today, I lead a small, passionate team of four, and our work is recognized and published around the world. But for me, it’s never about perfection—it’s about personality. I love bringing in bold pops of color and just the right amount of rock and roll. A little edge, a little soul—something real, instead of overly picture-perfect.

On your wedding day, I want to feel more like a friend—just one with a camera in hand. Someone you can trust to be calm, creative, and completely tuned in. I’ll fix your dress, offer gentle direction, and capture the big feelings and the quiet, in-between moments too.

We create photos that feel real—timeless, modern, elegant, and full of emotion. With a love for storytelling and an eye for beauty, we’re here to capture your day just as it felt: full of love, joy, and all the little things you’ll want to remember forever.

I hope to meet you soon,