Franca Gielen, photographer and videographer
About me

Hi! My name is Franca.


A passionate traveler and photographer from The Netherlands. From a young age I have moved a lot — at least about ten times. I started to be known for often being on the move, something that still defines me today. When I took my first trip to Africa, I fell in love with travelling; diving into other cultures, getting to know the local people, going on adventures — you get the idea.

I studied Tourism Management and graduated with a specialization in travel photography. What started as a hobby blossomed into a passion, and eventually into work that makes me more than happy. You can find me as a photography coach for Travelmarks Photography and as a freelance photographer and videographer. I love to keep learning and expanding my creative and technical skills — there are so many possibilities that allow you to be the most creative version of yourself.

As a coach I guide the Travelmarks photography trips through India: Fotografiereis Holi Color Rajasthan India and Fotografiereis Rajasthan.

Education

Tourism Management

Graduated with a specialization in travel photography.

Coaching

Photography coach

Photography coach for Travelmarks Photography — guiding photography trips through India.

Freelance

Photographer & videographer

For brands, couples and properties — across Europe.

When the light fades, I keep shooting.


Astrophotography is one of my favourite forms of photography — capturing the beauty of the night sky in ways that are both awe-inspiring and humbling. The clarity of a starry night, star trails circling Polaris, meteor showers... and sometimes, a light painting of my own.

Light painting self-portrait under the night sky
Services

What I can do for you


Through photography and videography, I help individuals and businesses establish and promote their brand: photography & videography (travel, wedding, real estate, lifestyle), content creation, and marketing & web design. I am based in The Netherlands and available across Europe.

Let’s work together