Maaike Manshanden Photography

As a specialist in corporate portraits, Maaike Manshanden in Alkmaar focuses on authenticity and professionalism. Her approach is rooted in portrait photography: she seeks the natural expression of the person behind the CV. For entrepreneurs, freelancers and professionals this means images that build trust and clearly communicate your personality — suitable for LinkedIn, company profiles and internal communications. Why choose Maaike? Her strength lies in capturing subtle, recognizable expressions that make a professional portrait feel human and approachable. Rather than rigid, formulaic poses she prefers a calm, considered approach with careful attention to light, composition and posture. The result is business portraits that combine your expertise and character without looking forced. How does Maaike work with corporate clients? Every assignment starts with a short introductory conversation to discuss expectations, target audience and the desired look. During the session she creates a relaxed atmosphere in which people feel at ease — that produces the most natural and convincing portraits. Maaike gives clear, friendly guidance so clients feel comfortable in front of the camera, while maintaining a professional appearance suited to corporate use. Maaike focuses primarily on portraits with a business purpose: LinkedIn photos, corporate profiles and individual portraits for online and print. Her images are ideal for personal branding, team profiles and communication materials where reliability and recognizability matter. With a steady working method and an eye for detail she ensures each portrait supports the message you want to convey. Based in Alkmaar, Maaike serves professionals across North Holland and beyond. If you are looking for corporate portraits with a natural, professional look — created by a portrait photographer who cares about people and image — Maaike Manshanden is your specialist. Get in touch to discuss options and the exact look you want to project.