Ralph Piepenburg specializes in authentic portraits and impactful business images. He also occasionally offers wedding and engagement photography in a personal, unobtrusive style.
My main focus is portrait and business photography — capturing people with an authentic, understated visual language that works for applications, company profiles and personal portraits. I aim to create relaxed sessions where natural expressions and real character come through. Technically I'm comfortable both in the studio and on location; I adapt lighting and approach to the desired result and retouch images carefully to preserve personality. I prioritise clear communication and preparation: before a shoot we clarify the purpose of the images, discuss wardrobe and setting, and create a relaxed atmosphere so genuine moments can appear. This process delivers portraits and business images that look professional and feel true to the person. Weddings are a secondary offering for me — I occasionally photograph weddings and engagement sessions and work in collaboration with my partner under the name First Kiss Hochzeitsfotografen. In this role I favour a mix of discreet reportage and intimate couple shoots: wedding photos that document the day sincerely and without artificial staging. Engagement portraits and short reportage packages are available as complementary options. I also run workshops tailored to your level — from camera basics to composition and working with models — so hobby photographers can learn to shoot with intention rather than relying on automatic modes. Why choose me: I bring experience, patience and an eye for honest moments. My aim is to provide usable, truthful imagery for people and businesses — and when requested, to supplement projects with wedding and engagement photography delivered in a calm, emotionally aware style.