Elise van den Arend Photography 📸

I am Elise, a wedding photographer based in Arnhem, and I photograph with a love for real life. For me, wedding photography isn’t about perfect poses but about moments that feel like memories: a look, a laugh, the light that softens everything. As your wedding photographer I take a warm, approachable approach so you can recognise yourselves in the images — not staged, but true. Why choose me as your wedding photographer in Arnhem? Because I move through your day with attention and calm, always looking for those small, meaningful moments. My style combines calm, atmospheric portraits with documentary images of spontaneous emotion and details. The result is a wedding reportage that captures both the mood and the story of your day: intimate, loving and timeless. How do I work with couples? We start with a get-to-know — often a message or a short conversation — so we can feel if there’s a good connection. Before the wedding I sometimes ask for inspiration images; this helps me understand your style and wishes. On the day I work in a relaxed, unobtrusive way; I’ll occasionally give a small direction or prompt to bring out natural moments, but I’m mostly focused on documenting what happens. With a smile I’ll be by your side throughout the day to make sure you feel comfortable. In addition to full wedding reportages I offer loveshoots, engagement and proposal shoots: ideal moments to get used to the camera and naturally capture your connection. These shoots are perfect as a preview for the big day or as an extra keepsake after your wedding. After the shoot I edit with care; for me editing is more than technical work — it’s about returning the feeling I experienced during the day. You’ll receive a carefully selected and edited collection of wedding photos that let you relive the day again and again. Does this feel right for your wedding in Arnhem or the surrounding area? I’d love to tell you more and to help plan how we can best capture your story.