| depotrotterdam.nl | Depot Rotterdam | The website introduces the Miske family, the original owners of Depot Rotterdam, and their son, Coen Miske, who was active in a furniture factory. Various historical photographs are shown, including images of animals in the zoos (Gorilla in Artis, Zebra in Artis), scenes from the city (for example, Spring in Amsterdam) and landscapes (Lopikerwaard, Krimpenerwaard). The photos are available as cushions and can be ordered via email. | | photograph 62 cushion 823 city 1875 landscape 2609 family 6462 | Zaanstad → Wormerveer 530 |
| maibeeldbank.nl | Maria Austria Institute (MAI) | The image archive includes photographs of artists such as Taco Anema, Maria Austria, and Cor van Weele, as well as of events like the 10th edition of the SAIL in August 2025. The website offers various categories, including ‘Current’ and ‘Featured’, to help users find photos. A colofon (credits) and privacy and disclaimer are present, providing information about the sources and the responsibility of the institute. | Visual Arts → Art History 449 | photograph 62 photographer 1366 archive 2067 event 45199 | |
| spinsister.nl | Ochrid Hogen Esch | The site features a selection of photos from ‘de sista’s’ blog about the Provençal village of Bédoin in Southern France. ‘De sista’ also produced late-19th-century black-and-white photographs, presented despite their technical shortcomings. The website refers to the Taalvlinder, a translation website where ‘de sista’ was active. | Internet → Archives 422 | photo 7778 blog 13392 | Amsterdam → East 1423 |
| picturesfrom.nl | PicturesFrom.nl / Postcards From.nl | The website contains a collection of approximately 120,000 digital topographic photos. Users can search for photos by location using a search function. The site also offers the opportunity to order, have appraised, and/or sell old postcards. | TravelContent → Maps 141 | postcard 278 order 6912 collection 7566 photo 7778 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| eindhovenfotos.nl | eindhovenfotos.nl | The website contains a collection of stories about wartime and resistance in Eindhoven, accessible via www.eindhoven4044.nl. There is a biography of Gerard Philips, including a collection of old Philips postcards. The site presents various historical projects, such as a book about Eindhoven’s city maps, a film about the life of Anton Philips and a nostalgic video of Eindhoven in the 1950s and 60s. | Local History → Dutch History 1067 | video 6714 history 7286 photo 7778 story 8285 book 11396 | North-Brabant → Eindhoven 11845 |
| weertisveranderd.nl | N.V. | The website contains an extensive collection of photos of Weert, particularly from the period of 1870 to 1980. There are photos of various streets, buildings, and locations in Weert, including Streets, Bassin, Beekpoort, and the Corn Market. The website also includes information about historical events and occurrences in Weert, such as the city's carnival and the presence of various religious institutions. | Local Government → Municipal Projects 36 | street 281 buildings 898 collection 7566 photo 7778 event 45199 | Peel and Maas → Baarlo 442 |
| deblikkentrommel.nl | De Blikken Trommel | The website collects old photographs, often loose copies or single pages from albums, sourced from various sources such as flea markets, the internet, and thrift stores. Carte de Visite are presented as valuable historical documents, typically albumen portraits on cardboard cards with logos that contain artistic elements. Old photo albums are also collected, offering insights into the lives of families, friends, and colleagues from the past, creating a snapshot of bygone times. | Internet → Archives 422 | photographs 254 album 1495 logo 4660 | |
| fotografica.nl | Nederlandse Vereniging van Fotograficaverzamelaars | The Nederlandse Vereniging van Fotograficaverzamelaars was founded in 1977 and operates as an association with a democratically elected board and an annual general meeting. The association publishes the Photohistorisch Tijdschrift four times a year and organizes international Fotografica exchange fairs twice a year. They are committed to documenting related photographic heritage and helping members preserve it. The website provides information about the Fotograficabeurs in Hilversum on November 9, 2025, membership benefits, a member magazine, an online catalog of offered collections, and links to other photographic associations and historical collections. | Periodical Publications → Magazines 1001 | fair 583 camera 1733 magazine 2182 collection 7566 membership 10442 | North-Holland → Hilversum 4397 |
| stereoscope.nl | N/A | The creator began their interest in stereographs with a vintage Holmes stereoviewer and Keystone/Underwood cards, describing it as a nostalgic experience. Driven by a desire to recreate the experience, the creator researched and acquired analog stereographs, a Revere 33 camera, and a Revere 22 viewer, modifying and restoring them. Seeking to digitize and view these stereographs, the creator designed an iPhone holder, a tripod mount, and utilized a Fuji-film 3D camera and a Windows-to-Mac conversion application. | Business → Technology 57503 | 3d-printer 22 holder 58 iphone 662 camera 1733 | |
| staversevissersvloot.nl | René Zwaan | The website contains photos, including historical photos of the Staverse Visservloot, focusing on fishing vessels and the harbor. These photos are currently temporarily removed due to copyright issues. The website describes the 1953 Waternoodsramp and its impact on the region. The book ‘Staverse Vissersvloot 1883 tot 2022’ is for sale at various local shops and via the website itself, for €34.95 plus shipping costs. | Local History → Dutch History 1067 | photo 7778 book 11396 | Southwest-Friesland → Koudum 134 |
| zeemering.nl | Erwin | The website features images colorized by Erwin, primarily in Dutch with translation for English via Google Translate. One project involves the colorization of images from the Volgas magazine, with contributions from renowned sports journalists and photographers. An article about the Dutch race car driver John van Hulzen, accompanied by colorized photos, is available, along with a biography of Fernanda Willekes MacDonald. | Periodical Publications → Magazines 1001 | motorsport 114 image 2605 restoration 3417 | |
| uitgeverijdiafragma.nl | Uitgeverij Diafragma | The Fotografische Dienst Gemeentewerken Rotterdam documented the reconstruction of Rotterdam (1945-1965) and the post-war period, including social problems and everyday life, often in less prominent areas. This documentation encompassed not only the large-scale reconstruction but also the social issues and lived experiences, frequently in less conspicuous locations. The publisher collects and publishes a selection of these archive photographs, providing a deeper insight into the history of Rotterdam. | Specialized History → World War II 1134 | archive 2067 photography 9503 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| zowasutrecht.nl | zowasutrecht | The website presents historical photos of various neighborhoods and areas in Utrecht, such as Overvecht, Vredenburg and Lombok, related to specific time periods. Historical events and situations in Utrecht are described, including details such as markets, street names and the construction of buildings and infrastructure. The website contains anecdotes and details from the past, such as the scene of a man urinating on Maartensbrug, illustrating daily life at the time. | Local History → Dutch History 1067 | history 7286 photo 7778 | Amsterdam → East 1423 |
| silverportraitstore.nl | Silver Portrait Store | The store creates handcrafted Wet Plate Collodion portraits, a technique rediscovered from the 19th century. Customers can book a session for a Wet Plate Collodion, Tintype, or Black Glass Ambrotype portrait, with a maximum group size of five people. The store offers various sizes and framing options, and is open on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. A visit is possible to view the portraits and discuss the possibilities. | Recordings & Production → Recording Studios 473 | session 1791 portrait 3685 | Amsterdam → East 1423 |
| julesbeau.nl | Jules Beau | Jules Beau is regarded as the pioneer of sport photography, active around 1900 in Paris. His photographs documented a wide range of subjects over a 20-year period, from sporting events to technological advancements. The book contains a selection of his work, grouped by subject and accompanied by explanations, and is available in hardcover format with 75 photos and 160 pages. | Time Periods → 20th Century 226 | sporting events 47 paris 84 format 362 technology 6816 photography 9503 book 11396 | |
| barthofmeester.nl | Aerocamera Bart Hofmeester | The Aerocamera Bart Hofmeester company, located in Rotterdam, Berkel en Rodenrijs and Zestienhoven Airport, played a significant role in Dutch photography in the 20th and 21st centuries as one of the largest photography studios. Fotobureau Roel Dijkstra has acquired various archives from Aerocamera Hofmeester and is currently digitizing a large number of old slides and negatives. Visitors can view a selection of these digital photos and search for them. Photos can be ordered in various sizes and materials, including fine-art prints. | | aerial photographs 13 slides 88 print 5511 | Lansingerland → Berkel and Rodenrijs 929 |
| afamilyaffair.nl | afamilyaffair.nl | The film follows Tom Fassaert, who receives an invitation from his 95-year-old grandmother on his 30th birthday. Marianne, a former famous photo model, has a complex and sometimes controversial family history. Through the film, Fassaert investigates his relationship with his grandmother and the impact of her life on his own identity and family history. | Film → Documentaries 813 | grandmother 28 family history 126 photographer 1366 film 3007 | |
| amsterdamdam.nl | AKV|St. Joost, Avans Hogeschool | The Dam is historically significant as a central square in Amsterdam, serving as the heart of the country and a place for important events and memorials. Between 1984 and 1992, the French historian Pierre Nora introduced the term ‘lieu de mémoire’ (place of memory), and the Dam in Amsterdam largely fulfills this criteria. A team of photographers, led by Flip Bool, has studied a comprehensive collection of photographs of the Dam, providing a unique overview of the location and Dutch photography history. | Historical Sites → Monuments 1027 | dam 63 photographs 254 monument 1168 memory 1641 history 7286 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| eduardsanders.nl | N.V. Sanders Fotopress | The site offers an overview of Eduard Sanders' photos, sorted by province, including photos whose location and content are unknown. Users can view the photos and contribute to researching their original location. The website describes Eduard Sanders' work and the effort involved in determining the origins of the photos. | TravelContent → Maps 141 | province 518 photo 7778 | Netherlands → North-Holland 92956 |
| fotosinc.nl | FOTOSINC | FOTOSINC is an online platform presenting the photography and graphic art of Hans van Voorst and Herma de Jong. Hans van Voorst's photographs are carefully edited to reflect the original vision of the photographer, and are not created through artificial intelligence. Herma de Jong's work often originates in the studio, combining photography with various other artistic mediums and is available in limited editions. | | photographs 254 work 3122 artist 5745 | |
| fotovanrotterdam.nl | Foto van Rotterdam | The website contains photographs by J.F.H. Roovers, who documented daily events from 1935 to approximately 1965 for various purposes. Henk Hartog photographed daily events such as parties, fires, and accidents between 1960 and 1995. A third section features images of postcards and photos from the archive of Uitgeverij Voet, consisting of almost 20,000 copies, which is regularly updated. | Websites → Archive Websites 69 | photographer 1366 archive 2067 photo 7778 event 45199 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| verzetsmonumentweert.nl | Comité Herdenking en Bevrijding Weert | The website contains stories and photos of people who were active in the resistance against German occupation in Weert and Stramproy during World War II. The aim is to create a tangible memorial and raise awareness of the role of resistance in the region. Visitors are encouraged to share their own stories and photos with the committee. | World War II → Resistance 78 | resistance 230 monument 1168 photo 7778 story 8285 | Weert → Stramproy 123 |
| photographen.nl | None | The site is compiled based on literature research and personal archive research, collecting addresses of photographers. These addresses serve as a tool for determining the period in which a photograph was taken. The website offers this information to interested parties and encourages visitors to suggest additions and improvements. Example photographs are largely from the owner’s own collection. | Social → Personal Blog 2718 | bibliography 42 photographs 254 address 901 photographer 1366 collection 7566 | Tytsjerksteradiel → Burgum 371 |
| heemschutsinthuybert.nl | Heemschut Sint Huybert | The website was launched on April 21, 2019 and has since been expanded and redesigned in 2023. The website contains information about streets and houses with history in Sint Hubert, with detailed family information for buildings built before 1972. The cemetery of Sint Hubert, with an overview of graves from 2003 to 2023, is depicted in photos and archives, as well as a collection of old school photos. | Local Communities → Villages 1005 | cemetery 395 photo 7778 house 8121 | Land van Cuijk → Mill 342 |
| marlieshulzebos.nl | Marlies Hulzebos | The website features photographs taken by Marlies Hulzebos using an old camera and homemade glass negatives, particularly documenting events around Warffum. A specific story recounts a visit by Minister Sophie Hermans to Warffum in 2024, discussing gas extraction in the region and resulting protests. Marlies Hulzebos offers her work for sale or exhibition and emphasizes that the online representation is only an indication of her creations. | | minister 60 portrait 3685 photography 9503 | Het Hogeland → Warffum 112 |
| amersfoortsefotografen.nl | Amersfoortsefotografen.nl | The website contains an overview of the names of photographers who were active in Amersfoort. For each photographer, information is available, such as the history of their studio and their relationships with other photographers. In addition to the photographs, the addresses of the photographers and links to sources are also provided. | Internet → Archives 422 | address 901 photographer 1366 work 3122 studio 5465 history 7286 | Utrecht → Amersfoort 8011 |
| roellouwers.nl | Roel Louwers | Roel Louwers provides a platform for displaying his expertise in repairing old cameras, including classic models from brands such as Argus, Graflex, Speed Graphic, Kodak and Retinette. The website contains photos under the names PhotoReplay and ISOsports, showcasing sports photography, particularly of supercar Challenge and other motorsports, as well as ice hockey and other sports. Roel Louwers is active in re-enactment and sports photography, with a particular focus on motorsports. | Event Coverage → Sports Photography 118 | re-enactment 39 ice hockey 45 motorsport 114 camera 1733 photography 9503 | |
| maartenkoch.nl | Maarten Koch | Maarten Koch’s photography utilizes a process dating back to 1851, involving silver plates and a series of unpredictable steps – from collodion mixing to developing and fixing – to create unique, historically evocative images. Koch describes his work as ‘photography in its rawest form,’ emphasizing the magic and the element of chance inherent in the technique, and his lifelong fascination with the method. His photographic works are held in collections across numerous countries, including the Netherlands, Portugal, Italy, and the USA, signifying a growing recognition of his distinctive artistic style. | Artistic Expression → Fine Art Photography 502 | silver 479 plate 787 image 2605 light 5148 photography 9503 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| waterloopleintimemachine.nl | N/A | The program creates a modeled city where the street layout and location of buildings correspond, but details such as facades and building heights are randomly generated. Users can use a slider to select the period in which they want to explore the neighborhood, and occasionally encounter photos from the Amsterdam City Archives Beeldbank (Image Bank). The website uses the open-source Jekyll documentation theme 'Just the Docs' and is available in a browser version and as source code on Github. | Architecture → Urban Planning 1465 | jekyll 12 reconstruction 89 buildings 898 photo 7778 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| janwilms.nl | Jan Wilms Photography | The website provides an overview of Jan Wilms’s creative projects, encompassing photography, music, and their combinations. The ‘continent-A’ project in collaboration with the World Pavilion in Steyl involves a photo and sound performance based on large photographs. The website also features photographs of the residents of Buggenum and Ouezindougou, who proudly stand in front of their homes, and links to other projects such as children’s programs about Africa. | Family Activities → Children’s Entertainment 571 | photographs 254 performance 7586 photography 9503 music 13170 | Leudal → Buggenum 47 |
| alkmaarsefotografen.nl | Alkmaarse Fotografen | The website includes photographs from photographers active in Alkmaar during the 19th and early 20th centuries. In addition to the photographs, descriptions of the studios and relationships between the photographers are presented. The website also offers information about 19th-century fashion, featuring examples of hairstyles and beards, and includes lists of addresses. | Artistic Expression → Fine Art Photography 502 | photographs 254 address 901 photographer 1366 fashion 2212 work 3122 studio 5465 | North-Holland → Alkmaar 6507 |
| hartsievanmestadsie.nl | Hartsie van me Stadsie | The website describes Hartsie van me Stadsie as a way for Utrecht residents to bring a piece of the Domtoren's history into their homes. Due to the restoration of the Domtoren, smaller pieces of the tower are suitable for museum displays. Hartsie van me Stadsie collaborates with WP-Indigo by VitaThemes. | Specialty Shops → Souvenirs 193 | domtoren 16 history 7286 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| jaapsgrijstinten.nl | jaapsgrijstinten.nl | The website describes Jaap van Emmerik's long-standing interest in the Port of Rotterdam, which as a child was primarily located within the city and a place where he could play a lot. The website presents photographs of the port in various periods, including black-and-white images and color photos, illustrating the changing situation of the port. The website features a selection of photos of different locations around the Port of Rotterdam, such as the Europoort, the Maasvlakte, and the Roeiersvereniging Eendracht. | Local History → Dutch History 1067 | photographs 254 port 324 | Rotterdam → Gunvor Energy Rotterdam 90 |
| carolienbeekman.nl | Carolien Beekman Photography | Carolien Beekman is a fine art photographer who draws inspiration from landscapes, often exploring the interplay between natural and manipulated elements. She is also involved in the operations of Photo31, a Dutch platform for professional and art photography, and she graduated from the Fotoacademie in Amsterdam in 2017. Carolien's work is represented by Wallmore and will be featured in an exhibition at the Atelierroute on September 27th and 28th at the Smederij in Blaricum. | Artistic Expression → Fine Art Photography 502 | photographer 1366 landscape 2609 exhibition 5332 photography 9503 | North-Holland → Blaricum 800 |
| diefranzi.nl | diefranzi.nl | The website describes how Franzi, a young Jewish woman, went into hiding during the war with the grandparents of the author in Utrecht and gave her small, simple Zeiss-Ikon Kolibri camera to her mother as a safeguard. The story recounts the tragic fate of Franzi and her beloved Max, who married in the Westerbork camp and were ultimately murdered in Auschwitz, while the author later used the camera to take photos of Jewish cemeteries. The author initiated a project to photograph all Jewish cemeteries in the Netherlands with the Zeiss-Ikon Kolibri, in order to honor and share Franzi's story. | World War II → Resistance 78 | camera 1733 story 8285 photography 9503 | Midden-Drenthe → Westerbork 277 |
| familieversteegen.nl | Family Versteegen | The website describes the wedding of Bert Versteegen and Jo Vink, which was completed with a Latin Mass in the church of St. Jan’s Onthoofding in Zoeterwoude. Details are provided about the photographs taken by Jan van Bemmelen, including the group photo of family and guests, and the studio portraits taken at Slegtenhorst’s Fotowerken in Leiden. The text gives a description of the wedding reception which took place in Café Dolle, with details about the attendees and the entertainment, such as recitations and comedians. | Time Periods → 20th Century 226 | photograph 62 guest 1334 photographer 1366 church 3439 wedding 4258 | Vijfheerenlanden → Leerdam 672 |
| kroniekhaarlem.nl | kroniekhaarlem.nl | The website contains photographic reports of various construction projects in Haarlem, including De Vierhoek, the restoration of Molen de Adriaan, the new Toneelschuur building, De Appelaar, Koningscarré, and Raaks. The website also offers an overview of old photos of Haarlem, with a special focus on the period 1860-1900, based on the book ‘Haarlem in Photographs’. The website documents the development of various locations in Haarlem, such as the Lange Begijnestraat, the Klokhuisplein, and the Koningstraat, through photos and descriptions of the changes. | Planning & Development → Spatial Planning 889 | changes 326 construction project 701 city 1875 photo 7778 | North-Holland → Haarlem 8674 |
| locusfocus.nl | Dolf Segers | Dolf Segers started photographing approximately two years ago and has continued to develop his skills by attending photography courses. The website showcases Segers' work and provides visitors with the opportunity to view the photos and offer feedback. Dolf Segers regularly updates the website via the news section with recent additions. | | work 3122 portfolio 6854 photography 9503 course 14728 news 15293 | |
| marleysworld.nl | Marleys | The website contains a vast collection of photos by Marleys, ranging from macro photography of birds and nature to historical photos of Dutch East Indies and World War II. There is a section dedicated to vintage cameras, including models from brands such as Agfa, Canon, Leica and Nikon, as well as various camera accessories like light meters. The website includes personal stories and anecdotes from Marley, for example, about the ‘fry baker’ Toon Martens and a description of a steam train journey. | Specialized History → World War II 1134 Technical Aspects → Cameras 320 | dutch east indies 27 bird 922 camera 1733 history 7286 photo 7778 | The Hague → Haagse Hout 347 |
| shutterfeed.nl | Shutterfeed.nl | The website showcases photographs categorized by themes such as portraits and animals, landscapes, and man-made structures. Examples of featured photographs include images from Kyrgyzstan, China, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan, highlighting diverse subjects like people, buildings, and animals. The photoblog contains a collection of posts dating back to January 2022, offering a historical record of the photographer's travels and perspectives. | | photographs 254 buildings 898 landscape 2609 animal 2908 portrait 3685 | |
| toerismestudioviviankleyn.nl | Harry Kleyn Fotograaf – and Tourism Studio Vivian Kleyn | The website documents the life and work of Harry Kleyn, a photographer born in Dutch East Indies who established a studio in Amsterdam, where he created an extensive archive of black and white photographs. It describes his creative period from 1940 to 1983, during which he produced a vast archive of black-and-white photos, often in the company of artists and performers. The website marks the 100th anniversary of Kleyn’s birth and the 33rd anniversary of his death, and promotes the publication of a book featuring a selection of photographs from his oeuvre. | Local History → Dutch History 1067 | photographs 254 photographer 1366 archive 2067 studio 5465 artist 5745 book 11396 | The Hague → Haagse Hout 347 |
| jesfotografeert.nl | Jessica van Veen | Jessica van Veen, born in Baarn on May 12, 1985, has been creatively active throughout her life. Since 2008, she has been working as a professional photographer and displays her portfolio on her website. Visitors can reach Jessica van Veen through the contact form for tips, feedback, or potential assignments. | | photographer 1366 work 3122 portfolio 6854 | Utrecht → Baarn 1628 |