Frequently Asked Questions about your Pro Photographer

As I am a photographer in Brussels, and Brussels is full of Art, I started studying graphic art. Nowadays I use paint, ink, and metal in installations and other artworks. My work can be seen in a few exhibitions a year, and of course I also use my photography in my work, and I rework it to new works using, as said, paint, ink, Ipad, Artificial Intelligence and more.

So the word Photographic points both to my work as an artist and photographer in Brussels.

Sorry to say, but no. In my practice I have to focus 100% on my client, the work, the photography models, the journalist, the press conference, whatever. Taking an intern with me is almost impossible and my schedule is very irregular, with working hours during days, nights and weekends.

Yes, but why?

Let’s be honest.

Sander is Dutch, and the Dutch are supposed to speak many languages so he speaks Dutch and English, French, and German. But his main language is communication in visuals!

Of course the budget needed for high quality is rather high. For some it is a lot of money, but photography is an investment. Say I photograph your event. The pictures can be used for years and will let your event shine. The photographers’ budget is just a fraction of the total budget of your event, but it’s the only lasting memory. So a professional photographer needs a budget to cover for his material, the years of experience and the time of preparation, photography, postproduction archiving and administration but all in all investing in professional photography is worth every penny.

Yes of course I work for private persons. This can be a head shot in my photo studio, or a family portrait on location.

If you want to see more of these kinds of assignments, go see the private portraits page.

Yes, I am organising workshops for individuals and groups and you can even book my workshops for team building events or as a private lesson.

Next to being a photographer I love sharing my knowledge in fun workshops.

Well yes, I know all the right spots to shoot great portrait sessions outside of the studio in Brussels. For every location I know exactly when the light is at its best and I know how efficient these locations are concerning photography background, levels, and price. For inside locations, hotels, lobbies, public transport places, I have a list, but I am always open to your suggestions.

Photographing Trump, Obama, Putin? No, I have so many great photo assignments, I couldn’t pick just one. In fact the real joy of being a photographer (at least that’s my vision) is the variety of work. The fact that no job, no assignment no client and no portrayed person, story or even factory is the same, is what makes this job so wondeful!

That’s a great question Sander. Yes they are all real, I mean someone once really asked those question, but not all of them are frequently.. Some were asked only once! But when you read them it means they can useful anyhow, I sure hope.

Serious, this is a question I get all the time. Also because I am a photography teacher and I worked in a professional camera shop for about 10 years, so I do know how it works.

Right now I would say. Inform yourself, know your priorities. Size or speed, pixels or lenses, whatever your focus is, keep it on that. Maybe you go second hand, maybe you want to buy new.

The most important is to find you a trustworthy dealer with a physical shop. Inform yourself by a salesman you trust. Buy your gear in that shop so you can get all the aftersales tips and services by real people behind a desk. A really honest and frank salesman or woman help you buy a camera that fits your demands and your budget. Go find a specialized camera store, not a gadget store.

Sander de Wilde’s photography thrives on a creative spirit that seamlessly blends spontaneity with meticulous planning. His approach transforms simple moments into compelling narratives, using light, colour, and composition to tell stories beyond the frame.

Whether capturing the subtle expressions of a portrait or the dynamic energy of a corporate event, Sander infuses each shot with a playful curiosity that invites viewers to see the world through a fresh, imaginative lens.

This creative vision not only highlights his technical skill but also breathes life into every image, making each photograph a unique visual journey.

Sander also works as a visual multidisciplinary artist. This website is mainly focused on photojournalism and corporate photography but Sander also shoots fashion photography, fine art photography and experimental analog photography. Check his visual art page for more info.

The self-care you do before the shoot is your choice, so please just take the suggestions below that resonate with you. Hopefully this countdown to the shoot will help you to get prepared!

2-3 weeks before the shoot
– ensure you have communicated to the photographer what you think you want. Do research and look at examples you like. Show them to your photographer well in advance.
– you could even set up Pinterest board so we can share ideas
– shop for new clothes if you need them! Choose the best quality you can pay for. Quality of materials matters!


1-2 weeks before the shoot
– Book in for a haircut if necessary so it has time to settle before the shoot. Don’t cut or dye your hair right before the shoot. A new haircut looks its best after a week, and freshly colored hair can look too vibrant and unnatural on camera.

A few days before the shoot

– Avoid drinking alcohol and eating salty foods a few days before your session so your skin doesn’t look tired
– Drink lots of water and get plenty of sleep so that your skin is glowing for the shoot


Just make sure that you look after yourself before the shoot. If you feel good about yourself then you’ll feel more confident and it will show in the photos!

You can read more tips in this blog post