Hani Kanaftchian · photographer in Brussels since 2013
Hani Kanaftchian in Uccle. Over 2,000 sessions. One thing matters most: that you leave with photographs that truly feel like you.
What you feel,
comes before what you see.
I discovered photography as a language. Every face has a story, every expression is a moment we will never see again. I opened my Brussels studio with one thought in mind: helping people feel comfortable in front of the lens, because a photograph is first and foremost about a person, not just a face.
I believe a good photograph isn't about equipment or a rigid pose. It's about a connection. My role is to create a setting where you forget the camera and feel like yourself again. The rest, the light, composition and retouching, is my job. I'll take care of it.
Over the years, and with more than 2,000 clients I have worked with, I have refined a method that combines technical precision (controlled Broncolor lighting, fine retouching) with listening. Every session begins with 10 minutes of conversation. For Essential Portrait, these are added to the 45-minute session, selection included. A preliminary conversation is also offered, with no obligation. We talk, we often laugh, and only then do I take out the camera. It is in this order that the best images come about.
Hani Kanaftchian is a 60 m² studio on Rue Vanderkindere in Uccle, for portrait, corporate, family, maternity and newborn sessions. For weddings and events, I travel throughout Belgium and abroad. Above all, it's a promise: you'll leave with photographs that truly feel like you, with every project receiving the same care and attention.
A professional photographer since 2013, I have turned my passion into my profession. Curious about the world around me, I never go anywhere without my camera.
Outdoors or in the studio, Hani adapts to every situation. Location, light, weather… He sees challenges to meet rather than obstacles.
The perfect moment doesn't wait. You sense it, look for it and catch it as it happens. Hani anticipates the glances, laughter and quiet moments that make a photograph say something.
A portrait's purpose is to show someone as they really are. Helping people feel comfortable enough to be themselves is where memorable images begin.
A short interview about my philosophy, background and way of working.
No jargon, no surprises. Here's exactly what happens, from your first message to delivery.
We talk by phone or at the studio to understand what you need: how you'll use the photos, the atmosphere you have in mind and any practical considerations. I'll recommend the most suitable session, without sales pressure.
On the day, I welcome you at the studio or meet you at the agreed outdoor location. I guide you clearly while giving you space to settle in. Depending on your package, allow 45 minutes, 1½ hours or 2 hours, including the final selection on site.
We select your images together on site. I then carefully retouch each one: skin, light and colour. For a personal session, your private delivery gallery is ready within 7 to 10 days; delivery times for reportage photography are specified in your quote. Premium prints are available as an option.
Faultless, both as a person and as a professional! You can feel his passion for photography every second, and the result is beautiful! Thank you for creating memories that will last a lifetime. We can't wait to have them printed on canvas and put them all around the house! See you soon! Mégane and Félix.
Honestly, Hani is an incredible photographer! As soon as you arrive at his studio, which is lovely by the way, you feel at ease. He took beautiful photographs of me, and I really recognise myself in them, which isn't always easy. He's incredibly professional and also really friendly, and that makes all the difference. His photos aren't just beautiful, they tell a story. If you're looking for someone for portraits or a photo session, go for it. You won't be disappointed. Thank you again, Hani, it's an experience I'll never forget!
Hani is a talented professional. Three of us came for a free photograph that one of us had won. Hani gave us twice the planned time and made the effort to accommodate each person's wishes. He took the time to help us feel confident and give us advice, then helped us choose from the more than 200 photos he had taken! The high-resolution photos, with black-and-white versions as a bonus, were delivered promptly! An excellent place for professional and personal photography or web presence needs. I highly recommend him.
Book your session or get in touch about a bespoke project. I reply personally to every message.
