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Wedding couple sharing intimate moment under veil.
Elegant wedding couple holding hands and posing naturally walking at the entrance of Landgoed De Voorst during couple portraits
Closeup portrait of bride as the groom is lifting her veil during an intimate alternative wedding ceremony in Noord Holland
Glamorous pregnancy portrait of a black woman climbing elegant staircase in luxurious pink tule dress in a historic Amsterdam house.
Romantic pregnant couple enjoys a picnic date under trees at sunset with flowers and basket on a forest path.
A couple embraces during their wedding celebration while guests hold sparklers around them at night.
A romantic couple embraces on a beach at sunset with gentle waves washing up on the shore.
01/07

Your expat friendly photographer in the Netherlands

Meet the Photographer for dreamers, romantics & free spirits

Hi, I'm Boryana Mileva, the heart and soul behind Avelim Photography (it's just my last name reversed!). I'm a self-taught photographer, working graphic designer, and behind the camera... a hopeless romantic.
People I work with have often never done photoshoots before. I make sure my clients enjoy themselves while being photographed, and they always walk away with images they love. I document weddings, maternity sessions, and love across the Netherlands for people with big feelings and beautiful stories.

my philosophy

Warm, dreamy, and emotionally honest...


... my work is about capturing the atmosphere of your moment, not just the visuals.


I photograph in a way that feels discrete and intuitive, giving space to feelings and natural interactions.

This is my philosophy, when I assemble the collage of your memories. 

Testimonials

Boryana captured our wedding day — even though it was a small gathering with just a few close friends — and we couldn’t have imagined anyone else doing it. Our photoshoot had to be squeezed in between getting hair and makeup done and the ceremony, and we were so stressed about the timing. But Boryana took care of everything and made sure it all ran smoothly. She planned every detail perfectly so we didn't have to worry about a thing.

Rada & Petar

A couple in wedding attire holding a cake shares playful moments and laughter during an outdoor photoshoot in a sunlit forest.