How soon will I receive my photos?

Photos are delivered within 48 hours via your Private Online Gallery, edited and ready for viewing, sharing, and downloading.

What locations do you cover?

We specialize in promotion ceremonies at the University of Maastricht and surrounding areas in Maastricht city.

Can I order physical photo albums?

Absolutely, you can select the 25 or more favorite photos from your gallery to create a beautifully printed, hand-bound album with a linen cover with your name and date printed on the cover.

What makes Ad’s photography unique?

With over 500 promotions photographed, Ad captures every detail with personal attention, with no disturbing flash or camera sounds, and deep familiarity with UM traditions.

Are digital galleries included?

Yes, all packages include a digital online gallery where you can access, download and even share your photos quickly and easily.

What Language does Ad Speak?

Ad speaks, of course his Native Language which is Maastricht Dialect, then Dutch, English and German, he understands French and Spanish ..

ENGLISH | PhD Defence Photographer | Promotie Fotograaf UM

Your PhD Thesis Defence Photographer on Maastricht University

PhD Defence Photography by Pro. on the Maastricht University.

Having photographed over 500 Graduation / PhD Ceremonies and Inaugurations at Maastricht University, we can proudly say, we are the PhD Defence Professionals in Maastricht ..

Maastricht Uninversity PhD Defence Photograper

Digital Online Gallerie for Instant Sharing Within 48 hours.

You’ll receive a personalised, secure online gallery where you can easily view, download and share your PhD Defense photos for the time of one year, ready whitin 48 Hrs after your defense.

Ask for our *Unique Linen Photo Albums as Keepsakes.

Choose from hand-bound photo albums with linen covers, specially designed to bring your graduation day to life. *(extra options)

Flexible Packages to Suit Every Need .. Choose: A . B . C . or C+.

From basic coverage A. to comprehensive photo reports C+ including the reception and family portraits, tailored to your requirements.

Check Your Choice Here.

[A] Thesis defence in the Auditorium, including the group-photo on the staircase, approx. 75 photos.
[+1.5 hours]

Choose this package if you are not having a reception.
I will start approx. 10 /15minutes before the start of your thesis defence and finish after the photo with the Corona on the stairs of the UM on Minderbroedersberg.
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PhD Defence Photo Reportage. [A]
[A] 300,- all-inclusive.
"just the basics"

[B] Thesis Defence in the Auditorium +the staircase photo +first the part of the reception, approx. 125 photos. [
+2 hours]

Prefer your defence plus part of your reception in the Refter? choose [B]
I’ll start approx. 10/15 mins before your defence begins and stay until the first part of the reception in the Refter, including group photos of your colleagues and the atmosphere during the reception...
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PhD Defence Reportage [B]
[B] 350,- all-inclusive.
"Most Popular"

[C] Thesis Defence in the Auditorium +staircase photo, +the reception +series of family photos (approx. 175 photos). [
+2½ hours]

Or opt for the Complete defence and your entire reception on camera.
Again starting with ±10/15 mins beforehand in the dressing room, followed by the defence in the Aula, the staircase photo and reception with group photos in the Refter or *another location within Maastricht.
+Series of separate family photos before or after the reception.
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PhD Ceremony Reportage [C]
[C] 400,- all-inclusive.
*Is your reception at a different venue? and you would like me to be there as well, then choose C+ 450,- all inclusive. +30 mins. extra.

Frequently Asked Questions About Promotion Photography

Wondering how i prepare for your promotion photoshoot? By arriving 15 minutes early, to already do some pictures of you and your Paranimfen at the Zweethok of UM and arriving guests.

Can family members join the photoshoot? Yes, family photos are included in the extended package C and C+ to capture those special moments with nice photo's.