I’m a French-American portrait photographer based in Bordeaux, specializing in joyful portraits of children. I love working with both French and international families, and sessions can take place in either French or English.

What I love most about photographing kids is their wonderful spontaneity. One moment they are thoughtful and curious, the next they burst into laughter. Those little expressions — the ones parents recognize instantly — are the moments I love to capture.

In my studio in Bordeaux, sessions are designed to be relaxed and playful so children quickly forget about the camera. With a few bubbles, a bit of confetti, and a lot of patience, the real personalities of kids begin to shine.

The result is portraits that feel natural, joyful, and timeless — images that families will cherish for years as their children grow.

Every child is different, and every session unfolds a little differently.

Some children arrive full of energy and laughter, while others take a few minutes to warm up. I take the time to create an atmosphere where they feel comfortable and free to be themselves.

Because the most beautiful portraits happen when children simply forget the camera is there.

I photograph children in my bright studio in Bordeaux, near Barrière Saint-Genès, a space designed to keep sessions simple, relaxed, and focused on what matters most — the personality of your child.

Childhood moves quickly.

I would love to create portraits that celebrate the joy, curiosity, and personality that make your child unique.

Diane Hamacher is a children’s portrait photographer in Bordeaux, with a studio near Barrière Saint-Genès.

© 2026 Diane Hamacher