PhD Defence Photography Groningen
Timeless storytelling for your doctoral achievements
Your PhD defence is a once-in-a-lifetime moment.
Years of research and dedication have led to this day. From preparing your defence, getting dressed, to final touches and the celebrations afterwards, I photograph each moment thoughtfully. Capturing small details and meaningful interactions that tell the full story of your PhD journey.
You experience the day, I ensure it is remembered.
From preparation
to celebration
Dear PhD Candidate
My approach is calm, unobtrusive and supportive. I keep my presence subtle, to let genuine moments unfold. I want you to be fully present and enjoy your day, while I capture everything naturally. When needed, I guide you with posing and small practical gestures. I'm not just your photographer, I'm also there to help the day flow smoothly, so you feel confident and at ease.
I capture your PhD ceremony from start to finish. From the first moments of getting ready, to the walk towards the defence and the moments immediately after. Including the classic photo on the stairs and the celebrations that follow.
Meet the Photographer
Hi, my name is Annemarij
And I am a photographer specialised in PhD defence photography here in Groningen.
I love witnessing such an important milestone up close. I truly value to capture the details, emotions and interactions that make your defence unique.
Testimonials
"I very rarely have good photos of me and there are so many here"
The gallery is beautiful! You have an amazing eye and I couldn't be happier with the photos! I very rarely have good photos of me and there are so many here, I am so happy.
Testimonials
"You have a great eye for capturing all the details and emotions of the day"
Thank you so much for these amazing photos. You have a great eye for capturing all the details and emotions of the day. I love all of them.
Prices & Info
The packages below are the most requested ones from clients. Designed to cover all the beautiful moments of the PhD ceremony.
If you are envisioning something unique, I'm happy to create a custom package for you. Share your ideas with me!
Ceremony
Only
What's covered?
- 2 hours
- Full PhD ceremony
- A minimum of 70 photos
- Preview within 1 week
- Online gallery
- Travel costs
Starting From
€ 425
Ceremony + Reception
What's covered?
- 3 hours
- Full PhD ceremony
- Reception
- A minimum of 100 photos
- Preview within 1 week
- Online gallery
- Travel costs
Starting From
€ 500
The Complete
Story
Includes the 'Ceremony & Reception' package plus a content creation video.
A portrait format video, designed for easy sharing on social media. Perfect if you want all the important moments captured by video as a beautiful memory too.
Starting From
€ 725
Get in touch
Check availability. Let's defend your date!