Natural family photos in Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm: Gabi Hartmann captures families, newborns and children on location. Warm, empathetic and full of heart.
Based in Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm, I am Gabriele “Gabi” Hartmann — a photographer who approaches family photography with passion and heart. For me, photographing families, children and babies is about more than pretty pictures: it’s about preserving fleeting moments, relationships and milestones in a natural, timeless way. My style is relaxed and authentic. As a mobile photographer I come to you, or we agree on a location that fits your family — whether it’s outdoors in nature, a quiet spot in the woods, or another place that has meaning. Children are often most comfortable in familiar or open environments, and that comfort leads to honest, lively family photos that show real development and connection instead of stiff poses. I work with families across life’s moments: newborn and baby photography, portraiture for baptism or communion, joyful scenes at children’s birthday celebrations, and classic family portraits that link generations. My focus is on capturing atmosphere and intimacy — the small gestures, the shared smiles, the quiet looks that later become cherished memories. How I work: we start with a short conversation to understand your wishes and the mood you want. During the session I create a calm, trusting atmosphere so even shy children can relax. I combine gentle direction with documentary-style shooting to produce a mix of posed portraits and spontaneous moments. After the shoot I carefully select and edit the strongest images to enhance light and color while preserving the authentic emotion. Being mobile gives me the flexibility to meet your needs throughout Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm and the surrounding area. If you value warm, honest family photography that documents your children’s growth and captures special family events, I look forward to hearing from you. Warm regards, Gabriele Hartmann.