Christiane Griese Fotografie

Our main focus is on emotional wedding reportage — as a team (Christiane & Madlen) we have accompanied couples across Europe and capture the genuine, unrepeatable moments. This documentary approach has given us a keen eye for relationships, glances and little gestures — exactly what makes family photography so meaningful. Because weddings are our primary service, family photography is offered as a complementary speciality: family sessions, maternity, newborn and baby photography as well as children, baptism and communion photos are created with the same care and commitment to authenticity as our wedding reports. Our working style remains consistent: 90% natural light, simple posing and a focus on connection and atmosphere rather than staged images. In our daylight studio in Borchen near Paderborn we provide a calm, comfortable setting for newborns and parents. For outdoor shoots we select locations that suit you and let children play naturally — producing lively, unstaged family photos that still move you years later. With very young children or U3 sessions we prioritise patience, gentle guidance and safety. How we work: we discuss your wishes beforehand, choose fitting locations together and create a relaxed atmosphere during the shoot. Images are professionally edited and delivered via a personal online gallery — the same service many couples know from our wedding work. Because family photography is offered alongside our wedding business, early booking is recommended to secure your preferred date. If you want natural, timeless family and children’s photos — from maternity to newborn to communion — and appreciate a sensitive, calm approach, we’d love to hear from you. We bring the sensitivity earned from over 150 weddings and apply it to creating heartfelt family portraits.