Your central hub for Amsterdam photography
Discover the best Local Amsterdam Photographers, Events, and Courses.
Our Mission
Amsterdam Photo Club is your central hub for all things Photography in Amsterdam and the Netherlands. Whether you’re looking for inspiring events or courses, we make it easy to stay connected and grow your passion for photography.
- Discover the most inspiring photography events and courses in Amsterdam.
- Access opportunities to learn and improve your photography skills.
- Stay informed about the latest happenings in the Amsterdam photography scene.
Diverse Perspectives
We extend a warm welcome to both locals and expats, building a diverse and knowledgeable community of photography enthusiasts. Recognising Amsterdam as the world’s most nationality-diverse city, with over 180 nationalities represented, we share exhibitions, courses, and photography happenings in English, ensuring everyone can discover and engage with the city’s photographic scene.
Our Partners & Sponsors
Amsterdam Photo Club partners with companies that share our values to help us continue sharing events, exhibitions, and courses for photographers. Our audience is highly engaged, passionate about photography, and based in Amsterdam and the Netherlands, making it ideal for meaningful collaborations. We’ve worked with brands like Urban Photo Race, Shutterstock, Heineken, Blurb, Yelp!, HOYA, Xpozer, and I Amsterdam to create partnerships that benefit both our community and our members.
Team
Kjell Leknes
Managing Director
Kjell is the founder of the Amsterdam Photo Club and leads the foundation with a passion for helping photographers see the world differently. As a stock photographer and a graduate of the New York Institute of Photography, he brings a keen eye for improvement and perspective. Always exploring the cutting edge of photographic developments, Kjell brings fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the Amsterdam Photo Club community.
Megan Alter
Education Director
Megan is a photography mentor with over 20 years of experience, passionate about helping people use photography as a tool for self-expression and self-discovery. She guides photographers of all levels to explore their vision, develop their skills, and uncover their unique voice. Megan leads two programs: the Photography Basics Course in Amsterdam and her Online Mentorship program, Darkroom, creating supportive spaces where participants can grow creatively and personally.