Sports photographer based in Europe // capturing the lifestyles & personalities of top athletes for brands and teams     info@bramberkien.com     +31 6 28782194    
info@bramberkien.com     +31 6 28782194    
Bram Berkien - Sports photographer based in EuropeBram Berkien - Sports photographer based in EuropeBram Berkien - Sports photographer based in EuropeBram Berkien - Sports photographer based in Europe
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Behind the scenes of winning the Tour de France

  • January 3, 2023/
  • Posted By : bramberkien/
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  • Under : Behind the scenes sports photography, Sports content

The Tour de France is the biggest cycling race in the world. I embedded with Team Jumbo-Visma and shot their victory behind the scenes, from finish to celebration, focusing on Jonas Vingegaard.

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Hiker wearing a backpack on top of a mountain, cheering

How to recognise a quality photographer

  • November 22, 2018/
  • Posted By : bramberkien/
  • 1 comments /
  • Under : Behind the scenes sports photography

Need help choosing from the thousands of photographers offering their services? These are my tips that will help you find the right quality photographer for you.

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Climber making a huge swing in a climbing move in a bouldergym

5 ways I try to make life easier for my photography clients

  • November 13, 2018/
  • Posted By : bramberkien/
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  • Under : Behind the scenes sports photography

Being a photographer doesn’t just mean sending your client photos. Instead, it’s all about helping them to quickly get the things done that they want to accomplish. In a sense, my photos are only a means to an end. By understanding how my photography clients will be using my work, I can make the experience even better for them. These are five things I do to make life easier for my clients.

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Girl with a paddle in a canoe on a lake in Norway

Back to basics: getting inspired shooting canoeing in Norway

  • October 8, 2018/
  • Posted By : bramberkien/
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  • Under : Behind the scenes sports photography

How on earth did I end up here? This went through my mind as I’m taking photos of a bunch of young people dancing on top of a mountain with a 360 view of lakes and more mountains. It was just another typical day though, part of last summer’s assignment to shoot campaign images during a trip to Norway.

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Football player Hirving Lozano from Mexico during PSV Eindhoven title celebrations

Unique behind the scenes photos of PSV Eindhoven’s title celebrations

  • June 4, 2018/
  • Posted By : bramberkien/
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  • Under : Behind the scenes sports photography

During PSV Eindhoven’s title celebrations this year, the club commissioned me to shoot behind the scenes photos. The result is a unique series of images documenting the side of this event you normally don’t get to see.

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Screenshot of Cafe Obscura livestream

Watch me and my buddy Chris König in a photography talkshow

  • June 2, 2016/
  • Posted By : bramberkien/
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  • Under : Behind the scenes sports photography

Recently I was invited to be a guest in a Dutch talkshow on photography called Cafe Obscura. We talk about a bunch of subjects like finding your own style, working on personal projects and making it in the photography business through honest marketing and focusing on a niche.

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Portrait of top Slovenian climber Janja Garnbret

Adidas gig: shooting top climbers at Rockstars

  • October 12, 2015/
  • Posted By : bramberkien/
  • 1 comments /
  • Under : Athlete portraits, Behind the scenes sports photography

At the recent Adidas Rockstars climbing competition, I completed a special multi day project where I shot portraits of all top competitors. Here’s what went on behind the scenes for this unique project!

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About this blog

I shoot cinematic images portraying the lifestyles of athletes for brands. On this page I aim to show what went into making these photos and show a little about my process and approach. My ultimate goal is for my photos to be a dedication to the hard work of these athletes.

Get in touch!
I'm always looking for top brands and athletes to collaborate with. Just shoot me a message and let's create something awesome together! info@bramberkien.com
Recent posts
  • Behind the scenes of winning the Tour de France
  • Why employer branding is my next step in photography
  • Campaign images for Cody Gakpo’s PSV apparel
  • Why I joined the 1% for the Planet movement
  • Helping athletes chase dreams for Talent Empowerment
Themes
  • Athlete portraits
  • Behind the scenes sports photography
  • How athletes train
  • Personal
  • Photography business
  • Sports content
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