ArtCafe Photography, LLC - Ashburn, Virginia

Araceli Rosenberger

Our Santa experience with Kerstin was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment I contacted her, her communication was warm and professional. She took the time to understand our little family and create a truly personalized experience. Kerstin engaged our three young children from start to finish, weaving a magical story with a jolly Santa, fresh-baked cookies, and a timeless set. She captured every precious moment with artistry and skill. The resulting photos are captivating wall art and storybook that will forever remind us of this short time in our children's lives and the magic of Christmas. Kerstin offers a bespoke experience, that has all but vanished in the photography world. If you're looking for a photographer who will capture the spirit of the season and create memories that will last a lifetime, look no further than ArtCafe Photography.

Bev Panuga

The ArtCafé Photography - Magical Santa Portrait Experience is an absolute game-changer for families! My family and I have turned this into a tradition, visiting Kerstin Becker's studio twice because it's hands down the most enchanting Santa encounter for our kids (ages 5 & 6).

Kerstin works pure magic, transforming the session into an unforgettable moment for the little ones. What blew us away was that our kids didn't even realize they were in a photo session with Santa! No tears. No awkwardness. Kerstin effortlessly orchestrates this beautiful interaction with Santa, complete with cookies, milk, and personalized gifts, all while capturing these timeless, genuine portraits.

We left with not just amazing portraits but also two Signature & Fine Art books entitled ‘Dreaming of Santa’ that blew us away. The enduring quality of these books ensures they will be cherished for generations to come. The stories are personalized with our children's names, adding that extra touch of customization and wonder.

But wait, there's more! Santa sent personalized letters to our kids both before and after the photo session, amplifying the entire experience. Kerstin's dedication truly surpasses any typical customer photo sessions we've encountered.

We were so thrilled with our Santa photos that we couldn't resist purchasing not only the Christmas cards but also a stunning “Showcase” Wall Art (30” x 40”).

Trust me, immersing your entire family in this magical experience is a decision you won't regret. Kerstin and her team are absolute professionals, turning this Christmas/Holiday experience into an exceptional gift in itself.

R Lowder

Kerstin Becker, was wonderful to work with. We didn’t quite know what to expect, but when we walked into her studio it was like a fairy land, the girls got to pick out whatever dresses they wanted and whatever they wanted to have in their scenery, she really worked hard to make sure that she was creating a piece of art that correctly reflected their personality. At one point she worked hard on an image for my one daughter, but it didn’t quite fit and she very graciously made some adjustments and my daughter was delighted. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience.

Iyabode Lucas

My experience with ArtCafe Photography is always phenomenal. The sessions are interactive and real capture is made from natural every day pose. You get to relax and the beauty that lay within you is brought to life. I'm hoping to get a portrait done at least once every year. And for folks who are still sitting on the fence, please give this a shot and you will be mesmerized. The photos are keepsake memories to be enjoyed for years. And to Kerstin, my wonderful and friendly photographer, I say "danke schon".

Chase Adams

I booked a Santa session with Kerstin and was very impressed with the whole experience! My daughter was able to spend a lot of time with Santa. He read her a poem, looked for her name on his good list, and gave her a magical box in which to store her Christmas wish list. He was the perfect Santa and the experience was memorable. Kerstin was very understanding and positive even when my autistic son chose not to spend much time in the photo frame and instead started dismantling the set. I’m very excited to see the images from this session and choose some for my home. I’m very glad that
I booked this session at Art Cafe Photography!

Dale Johnson

We set up a Santa photo shoot for kids and I can’t even begin to describe what an awesome experience Kerstin provided. My 4 and 3yr old spent an hour hanging out and talking with a perfect Santa cosplayer. The memory and experience itself was worth the cost by far. We will be looking at different shots soon and selecting the style of art. We can’t wait. Kerstin’s studio is amazing and I was just as impressed with the waiting room... champagne, coffee, snacks, and a themed wardrobe. Kerstin and her husband were wonderful with my kids and were able to get my shy daughter to feel comfortable. This was, by far, the BEST experience I’ve had photographing my kids. The activity is normally pretty hard and frustrating but Kerstin made our time a great experience. And that’s what I saw this photo shoot as... an experience and not just photography. My kids will remember this for a long long time and I’m pretty sure you can’t put a price on that. I’d recommend Kerstin and her Santa photo shoot to everyone. An absolute must.

Anamaria Mihuta

We booked a maternity photo session with Kerstin and everything was impressive from Day 1...from her studio, to her services/products, to her equipment and her professionalism. The pictures came out amazing! I was in tears the whole time we looked at them because she captured so beautifully this important moment in our lives ?. We cannot wait to do the baby pictures as well. She certainly has a talent in bringing out the best of us through her photos. She also has lots of maternity dresses to choose from which makes everything easier as you don’t have to do anything but show up and have a good time. We highly recommend her services!!! The Christmas photos we saw in her studios were amazing as well and we will be definitely doing those with the baby next year!!! You are amazing Kerstin! Thank you for everything!

Lena Kerner

I worked with Kerstin on multiple occasions in the past doing makeup for her clients and it's always been a pleasure. She also took photos of our family for my daughter's first birthday and we loved the whole experience. Her home studio has a cozy feel, with kid friendly environment. She is a very talented photographer, love her style and the photos turned out fantastic! I would recommend her to anyone!