Personal Coaching

I offer inspiration. Not instructions.


I’m not here to show you how to be a photographer.
I can’t give you your voice—
but I can help you find it.

This is one-on-one work.

Focused, honest, and built around you.

Not about quick wins or formulas.
It’s about stripping away what’s not yours—
and reconnecting with what is.

I don’t teach how to shoot.

I help you see.

1:1 PHOTOGRAPHY COACHING

For those ready to create with clarity and intention.

This isn’t a course. It’s a conversation.
Not about perfect images—but meaningful ones.

We work one-on-one to refine how you see, deepen your process, and make work that feels like it’s yours.

Not noise. Not theory. Presence, direction, and your creative rhythm.

Why this isn’t another workshop:

Workshops teach technique.
This goes deeper—shaped around your questions, your pace, your path.

Together we explore:
– Your why: what moves you—and what blocks you
– Visual voice: creating work that connects
– Personal feedback you can build on
– Clear direction for what’s next—your way

UNLOCK YOUR UNIQUE VISION

Real Stories. Real Growth.

What Photographers Say About working with me / 1-on-1 Coaching

Before working with Sascha, I felt lost with my camera—I was just clicking without intention. In just a few sessions, I started to understand light, composition, and most importantly, my own vision. Sascha’s approach is both structured and intuitive, making me see photography in a completely new way. Anna, Vienna

I started with one session, but quickly realized that long-term coaching with Sascha was exactly what I needed. Over several months, he helped me refine my vision, structure personal projects, and develop a portfolio with real depth. His mentorship challenged me beyond technique—he helped me see with intention. Working with him has been a turning point in my photography. Horea, Romania

I’ve been doing photography for years, but something was always missing. Sascha helped me redefine my style, push creative boundaries, and build a portfolio I’m truly proud of. His long-term mentorship provided not just technical growth, but also a mindset shift. Highly recommended! Thomas, Munich

What others felt on this path—read their words.

Stop Imitating. Start Becoming.

The Foundation

A focused session to reset, refine, and move forward.

A half or full day designed to sharpen your eye and reconnect you with your work.
Ideal for photographers needing clarity, direction, or hands-on feedback—fast:

  • 1:1 coaching in Vienna or online

  • Portfolio + project review

  • Vision refinement & practical next steps

  • Custom pricing based on options

Clarity Sessions


Your voice, refined over time.

A series of 4 deep sessions to strengthen your vision, storytelling, and presence behind the camera.
We focus on what’s already there—and build it with intention:

  • 4 full-day sessions (in-person or hybrid)

  • Portfolio + project development

  • Storytelling, critique, mindset work

  • Support between sessions

  • Custom pricing based on options

The Deep Work


Long-term mentorship, built around your rhythm.

For photographers ready to evolve—artistically and professionally.
We grow your body of work, process, confidence, and direction:

  • Ongoing 1:1 sessions

  • Creative direction + critique

  • Branding, strategy, business support

  • Portfolio building for release or exhibition

  • Custom pricing based on duration and structure

REady to begin?

If you're at a point where refinement matters more than noise—you're in the right place.

This is for photographers who know how to shoot, but want more:
More clarity. More direction. More meaning in the work.

I’ll help you cut through the overwhelm, reconnect with your vision, and elevate what you’re building—whether that’s your voice, your portfolio, or your business.

The next step is yours.

contact@van-der-werf.com

Based in Vienna. Creating wherever the work calls.

German or English—write in the language that feels most like you.

Free Photography Guides

Start grounded. Stay focused.

These tools are designed to help you reconnect with what matters in your work.
Whether you're seeking a stronger perspective or committing to a long-term project, the guides offer structure without pressure—and clarity without overwhelm.