Portraitfotograf Berlin - Karsten Schilling

Karsten Schilling is a professional portrait and business photographer based in Berlin whose primary focus is Business Photography — business portraits, headshots, staff photos and personal branding imagery for websites and PR. That specialisation brings a refined sense for expression, lighting and visual impact, together with a structured workflow that delivers reliable results. As an additional offering, Karsten photographs families, newborns, babies, children, baptisms, communions and birthday moments. These sessions are treated with the same attention and care he applies to his commercial work: calm direction, respect for individual needs and a preference for authentic, natural moments rather than staged snapshots. His process begins with a short consultation to discuss mood, location and the desired image language. Small family sessions can take place in his Charlottenburg studio — praised for its lovely north light and flexible backdrops — while children often benefit from a mix of studio and outdoor locations (e.g. around Kurfürstendamm). For newborns he emphasises a relaxed pace and gentle handling, often favouring natural-light setups. Clients appreciate his practical approach: outfit and pose guidance, unobtrusive coaching in front of the camera, and a careful image review afterwards either in-person or via an online gallery. The aim is consistently the same — to create family photographs that feel true to you and will be treasured. Please note: family and children photography are supplementary services to Karsten’s main business photography practice. If you need both business and family imagery, he can often combine them in a tailored session. Get in touch for a non-binding consultation to see if his style fits your needs.