Nilla Berretty-van Loenen (1989) is a Dutch documentary photographer. She started her career in 2010 after graduating as a 3D designer. Berretty developed further by starting at the Photo Academy and doing an internship with various photographers. Her first interest was in portrait and fashion photography. As part of her self-development, she made many self-portraits in her early years, so she could keep full control about the result. Over the years, her interest has shifted to documentary and reportage.
In addition to photography, Berretty studied Traditional Chinese Medicine and has practiced for several years. After a few years she decides to go back to photography. She concentrateson on people who are overlooked by others; people with a pronounced passion, love and purity, who can drown in a particular hobby. She has broadened her knowledge by going back to study at the Dutch Academy for image creation Eindhoven and the Photo Academy Amsterdam. She also focuses on social issues.
