Natural family photography in Oststeinbek and Hamburg. Melanie Sommerfeldt captures authentic moments in outdoor sessions, homestories and maternity/newborn shoots.
As a family photographer based in Oststeinbek and serving the greater Hamburg area (including Bergedorf, Reinbek and Glinde), Melanie Sommerfeldt focuses on capturing the genuine moments that make family life unique. Photographing expectant parents, newborns and families since 2015, she combines technical skill with a calm, empathetic approach to create images that feel honest and timeless. Why choose Melanie? Her signature is natural, emotional photography: she prefers capturing real interactions over stiff posing. Whether it’s a lively outdoor family session, a tender maternity shoot, or a relaxed newborn homestory at home, Melanie fosters a comfortable atmosphere where children relax and true expressions emerge. She is practiced in working with babies and kids and brings thoughtful props and ideas to enhance the session. How she works: Every booking begins with a phone consultation to discuss wishes, locations and outfit guidance. Family sessions typically take place outdoors (about 60–90 minutes), while newborn homestories are designed as calm home visits (around 2 hours) allowing time for feeding and cuddles. After the shoot Melanie carefully edits the best images and provides them in a password-protected online gallery roughly two weeks later. If desired, she also advises on premium prints and photo albums. Melanie’s motivation is personal: as a mother she knows how quickly these moments pass and how valuable thoughtful photographs are for families and children. Her core services are family, maternity and newborn photography; she also accepts requests for children’s events such as baptisms, communions or birthday sessions to document family milestones. Get in touch to tell her your story — she looks forward to creating lasting memories with you.