FotoFair 2026 day 2

Today on the blog the results from the second day of the FotoFair 2026.
During the first day our model was Felisa.
And for the second day we asked Claudia to accompany us during the workshops.

During the FotoFair I teach 2 workshops daily
The workshops are taking 2.5 hours and are taught in small groups so there is a really nice 1:1 experience.
I love teaching smaller groups because you can really dive into the techniques and tips/tricks that are custom made for the group.

The first day I was not 100% (headache and nausea) but luckily the second day it was a lot better.

In a period where more and more larger trade show struggle it’s very nice to see that FotoFair is still going on.
And I really hope they will continue for the coming years.
Because let’s be honest, there are not a lot of outside events where you can learn, shoot awesome sets with cosplayers, old cars, RC boats, agility with dogs, horses, fire breathers and what not more.

For me it was all about “no more boring model shoots”.
So today the results from day 2.

And indeed, sometimes you want reflection in the glasses, and sometimes not 😀
In this case I loved the effect so we actually tried to get them in.

Also want to visit one of the workshops?
Check www.fotografie-workshops.nl for more information and of course the agenda.
if you want to learn about lighting, retouching etc. instead of just shooting a model…. visit the website and see you soon in Emmeloord or on another location.

Not a lot of shows left

Today, the results of the Fotofair day 1.

You probably heard this a lot since COVID.
And it’s true, well at least in the Netherlands.
A lot of the especially larger trade shows and events never came back after COVID, which I think is a huge loss, but we have to deal with it.

In the Netherlands, we have a few smaller events trying to fill the spaces, and some are indeed very nice, but we still have one large event left, and one I especially love.

Fotofair

The Fotofair is a very special and unique event.

The Fotofair (also known as the Foto & Video Fair) is the largest photography and video event in the Benelux. Held annually at the E3 Strand in Eersel, it brings together creators, industry experts, and top brands.

The festival is packed with hands-on workshops, professional masterclasses, equipment demonstrations, and various exhibitors. It’s designed for both hobbyists and professionals looking to improve their skills and test the latest gear

No trade show floor, no big building with a dedicated room.
No… FotoFair is organized in a large recreation area with a beautiful lake.
All the workshops and lectures are held inside tents. There is a big tent from the vendor (Fotogroep), and all major photobrands are there to demo or show the latest products. A few tents are reserved for other brands.
During the show there is a lot of stuff to do if you don’t want to visit the workshops.

Agility with dogs, horses, cosplay, radio-controlled boats, and a boatload more.

For us, it’s a great show because we can just drive the RV next to the tent to build up and park it a few meters away from the show area. (In the past, we could even park behind the tent :D)

Check out this video of Annewiek loading the RV in a previous year

The Fotofair workshops

This year, the theme for my workshops was “no more boring model shoots”.
During the workshops (which last 2.5 hours), I show several lighting techniques to get more “oomph” in your shots.
But we also talk about the technique, theory, how to work with the model, using light shapers, color management, and a lot more.

Today, some of the results from the first day with our model, Felisa

Fotofair results day 1: