Your story builds connection

In our interview, we’ll explore your path:
What experiences have shaped you?
What moved you to take that first step?
And what lies at the heart of your work today?

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Michaela Neumann: Back to life through the body

Michaela Neumann is a qualified social pedagogue – and a woman with a clear mission: she supports women affected by trauma and its consequences in reconnecting with themselves.

What makes her work so special: many of her clients have already been on a long therapeutic journey.
They’ve been in clinics, have undergone multiple behavioral or talk therapies – and yet, at some point, they realize:

I’m not moving forward. Something is missing.

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How we work together

  • We will meet via Zoom or on the phone and spend about 20 minutes together. You will tell me what moves you and what you want to make visible.

    I will listen, suggest suitable options, and answer all your questions.

  • You decide on the duration and depth of the support, and choose the elements that suit you: sensual portraits for you - with or without individual sessions, photo report, interview, image film, or a combination of these. I will then send you a personalized offer, which you confirm.

  • When you book a shoot with me, the journey doesn't begin in front of the camera – it starts much earlier.

    In one or more individual online sessions (via Zoom), we gently explore together: What is moving you before the shoot? What feelings are surfacing – maybe insecurity, shame, perfectionism, inner pressure, or the desire to “get everything right”?

    And also after the shoot, something might touch or unsettle you. Maybe you find it hard to look at yourself in some of the photos. Maybe an old belief shows up. Maybe something else comes to the surface.

    This session is not about “fixing” you or making sure you love every single photo. It's about truly meeting yourself – and staying present instead of distracting yourself or simply deleting the image.

    I support you in becoming aware of whatever arises and in reconnecting with your body, just as it is today: alive and sensing.

    This is for you if you feel: I want more than “just a photo shoot.” I want a deeper connection with myself – one that becomes visible in my authentic expression.

  • You share your story in a personal conversation. I guide you through a clearly structured interview, from which a visually crafted video emerges – for your website, an online course, or social media.

    Depending on your goals and audience, you can choose between two formats:

    The full interview portrait allows for depth. In around 30 minutes, you tell your story – including the turning points, challenges, and what carries you today. From our conversation, a personal video is created and optionally, a written article about you and your work.

    Mini-interviews are shorter and more focused – either several short story clips (up to 1 minute each) or a portrait of up to 10 minutes. They’re especially well-suited for a concise introduction on your social media channels.

    The interview can take place via Zoom or in person. An audio-only version is also possible.

    You’ll receive the full recording for use on your website, in your newsletter, or across your social media platforms.

  • We capture scenes from your work, conduct interviews, or capture quiet moments atmospherically — whatever you want to showcase. Whether it's individual cinematic impressions for social media, a short clip with music and text, or an image film — together we will find the format that suits you best.

    Depending on the scope, production takes between half a day and two days of filming. Editing, music, color look, subtitles, or voice-over are included. For more extensive productions, I work with a small team (see FAQs).

 FAQ

  • A photo session for women (portrait session) is intentionally framed: we take about 60 to 90 minutes – without staging, without posing. You are invited to arrive, move, slow down, and open to whatever wants to emerge in that moment. You’ll receive all successful images for yourself.

    A photo report is vivid, documentary, and open-ended. I accompany you in what you do – your work, a creative process, a ritual or a meaningful encounter. I capture moments that unfold naturally and tell a lot about you - without staging. These can include portraits of you, details in the space, or scenes with others. The result: a rich variety of images.

    In a Zoom-based interview portrait, you tell me your story – no elaborate setup or in-person meeting required. Everything happens digitally, yet remains personal. We have a conversation, and I shape the recording in a way that suits your intention. You can use the finished interview on your website or in a course. The result: a portrait that shows what you stand for. Upon request, the interview can also take place in person.

    A film deepens the experience– through movement, sound, and atmosphere (1–5 minutes). It might show you in action, make your voice heard, or simply allow others to feel your essence. This could be a short social media clip, an interview with in-between footage, or an atmospheric image film.

    Each format creates its own kind of resonance.
    Together, we’ll find the one that best fits you and what you want to share.

  • Once your booking is confirmed and payment has been received, we’ll begin with a conversation. In this call, I’ll take time to understand what truly matters to you in depth.

    You’ll answer a few focused questions to help clarify your intention – both in terms of content and aesthetic direction.

    Together, we’ll explore:

    • What should be visible? (Topics, themes, messages, intentions)

    • What will the images or footage be used for? (Website, social media, speaking engagements, publications…)

    • What kind of visual language and colors suit you and your personal style?

    • How much do you want to reveal? What parts do you want to protect (for now)?

    Based on this, I will create a tailored concept (for your shoot, interview, or image film), which we’ll refine together.

    If it feels right for you and the situation, I will guide you through gentle embodiment exercises during the shoot. These can support you in staying present, grounded, and connected with yourself – even in front of the camera.

    If deeper feelings arise before or after the shoot – such as self-doubt, pressure to perform, perfectionism, shame, or discomfort with being seen – I offer individual sessions to support you emotionally and somatically through this process.

    These 90-minute sessions (held online via Zoom) are a space to meet yourself gently and honestly, and to strengthen your connection to your body and your self-awareness.
    You can book them individually or as part of your shoot experience.

    We’ll create together with trust – knowing that presence is enough, and that what wants to be seen will gently reveal itself.

  • Every project is as unique as the woman behind it.

    That's why I don't work with rigid packages – instead, I work with a clear framework that gives you guidance.

    Prices are based on the scope, format, and desired depth of service.

    As a guide (all prices plus 19% VAT (Germany) and travel expenses):

    • Individual session for preparation and integration (90 minutes online via Zoom)
      €80 per session

    • Photoshoot for Women (from 60 minutes)
      from €450
      You’ll receive all successful images, carefully edited and delivered in a password-protected online gallery.

    • Photo Report for your website and/or projects (2–5 hours)
      from €700
      You’ll receive a diverse selection of images tailored to your intended use – for example, for your website, PR, or social media.

    • Retreat Documentation (at least 1 day, individually extendable)
      from €1,600
      Includes on-site photography, image selection, editing, and delivery of all successful shots. Combination packages with film or individual portrait sessions for participants are available.

    • Interview Portrait (~30-minute interview + video editing)
      Via Zoom: from €300
      On-site interview + article:       from €600
      You’ll receive an edited video, ready to use on your website or in an online course. Optional add-ons: teaser clip, subtitles, and/or a written article.

    • Film Portrait (filming days depending on project: 0.5–2 days)
      from €1,600
      Includes: pre-session call, concept development, filming, and editing. For larger productions, a small team may join (camera, sound, editing).

    What's included:

    1. Preliminary discussion & clarification

    • Space for your questions, wishes, and uncertainties. What can be shown? What is important to you?

    • Technical and organizational arrangements (location, time, format)

    • Preparation of offer & confirmation

    2. Preparation

    • Contract & rights of use

    • Concept (storyboard, interview questions, structure of individual sessions, etc.)

    • Equipment planning (camera, sound, lighting, assistance if necessary)

    • Travel planning & contacting other participants, if necessary

    3. Implementation on site

    • Portrait shooting & photo reportage: Photographic accompaniment at a location of your choice.

    • Film: Interviewing & documentary recordings in motion and encounters.

    4. Follow-up & design

    • Selection & review of all recordings

    • Image editing: lighting, colors, authenticity

    • Film editing: structure, music, color look, text, voiceover, subtitles, if applicable

    5. Completion & handover

    • Password-protected upload (gallery & video)

    • Follow-up discussion


    In a free introductory call, we will clarify together what you need and what should become visible. I will then create a customized offer for you.

  • Payment is made by bank transfer after confirmation of the offer. As soon as the payment has been received, our work begins. More information can be found in the terms and conditions.

Testimonials

  • Marie was amazing at being able to both hold space and challenge the 'societal norms' that I held/hold onto. Her kindness and understanding helped me to open up and relax in front of her lens; her encouragement helped push me to give myself the permission to be the wild, untameable being I have held inside me.

    Beth Culp

  • My shoot with Marie was unexpected and very special. It was an opportunity I couldn't pass up and one that I still celebrate to this day. What I appreciate most about her is her combination of impressive professionalism and a deep understanding of the people she has in front of her camera. The pictures have sustained me as an entrepreneur for many years. I have never received so much feedback on a portrait photo before.

    Katja Knittel

  • Marie has a wonderful way of creating safety through her photoshoot sessions. I have never felt comfortable being photographed and Marie encouraged me to just do my thing - giving me the energetic space to do so, while lovingly being witnessed. Im so grateful for my professional photos and would absolutely work with Marie again and again.

    Maura Lee

For women who feel that their story holds gold – and are ready to bring it to light.

I look forward to meeting you!

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