Ulla Burghardt is a portrait, business and event photographer in Cologne/Düsseldorf/Bonn. She also occasionally photographs families, newborns and children with a sensitive, reportage style.
As a visual artist and experienced photographer, Ulla Burghardt combines artistic sensitivity with years of professional practice in portrait, business and event photography. Holding a Bachelor of Fine Arts in photography and painting and a background in psychology, she quickly establishes rapport with people and captures honest, natural moments. These strengths define her work: professional, calm and observant. Ulla’s main focus is on people, corporate and reportage assignments—authentic portraits, clear business headshots and thoughtful event coverage. From this core practice she also offers family photography as a complementary service: she occasionally photographs families, children, newborns and family celebrations such as baptisms, communions and birthdays. Family sessions receive the same care and documentary approach as her primary work, while remaining an additional offering. Her style is unobtrusive and attentive: rather than heavily posed images, Ulla seeks real interactions and candid expressions. This approach is especially rewarding with children and babies, where patience and a relaxed atmosphere produce genuine results. Her editorial and corporate experience also ensures confident control of composition, light and visual language—qualities that benefit family portraits intended for both private keepsakes and public use. The process is personal and straightforward: before the session Ulla discusses your wishes and suggests suitable locations—at home, outdoors or a meaningful place in Cologne/Düsseldorf/Bonn. On the day she works quietly and patiently, following the rhythm of children and newborns and prioritizing trust over pressure. Why clients choose her: Ulla brings academic training, international experience and an empathetic approach. She speaks German, English and Spanish and has a long track record in exhibitions, teaching and assignments for magazines and companies. If you want a photographer who documents family life with respect, clarity and a reportage sensibility—alongside her main expertise in portrait, business and event photography—Ulla is a dependable, thoughtful choice.