I regularly photograph couples, families and surprise proposals in Montreux, Lavaux, Vevey and along Lake Geneva.
This is where I share outdoor portrait sessions, location guides, planning advice, and real stories from couples, families, and wild-hearted souls who chose to create something meaningful in nature.
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This is where you’ll find posts about family sessions, couple shoots, solo portraits, and relaxed photo experiences rooted in connection, movement, and real moments.
Where portraits become immersive mountain experiences.
This is where you’ll find sunset adventures, secluded surprise proposals, alpine lakes, hidden viewpoints, and thoughtfully crafted photo experiences designed for those who want something a little more intentional — and a little more unforgettable.
Practical advice to help you feel prepared and confident — what to wear, how to plan, what to expect, and how to enjoy your photo experience without stress or awkwardness.
Guides, tips, and honest insights to help you plan an intentional elopement or intimate wedding in Switzerland — from logistics and seasons to choosing a day that truly feels like te ressemble vraiment.
Hey Salut!
Moi c'est Maaike Jansen
Your Montreux-based outdoor portrait & adventure photographer, mountain nerd, and calm-in-the-chaos guide.
I help couples, families, solo travelers and wild-hearted humans create meaningful photo experiences across the Swiss Riviera, Lake Geneva and the Alps — from relaxed portrait sessions to intimate mountain elopements.
With local knowledge, thoughtful planning support and natural storytelling photography, I’m here to help you feel at ease and create images that are honest, emotional, and completely you.
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Des conseils pratiques, des idées de lieux, des exemples de timelines… tout ce dont tu as besoin pour créer un elopement authentique, intentionnel et inoubliable au cœur des Alpes.
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