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Hennie en Behanke | Wedding | Red Ivory Lodge

Wow…what a wedding! Red Ivory Lodge was such beautiful backdrop for Hennie and Behanke’s wedding story!

When I asked the Holy Spirt: “Who is the Bride?” He answered and said:”They are the ones who allow me to veil them in my holiness!”

Wow, all weddings are special, but every now and then you get one that grips you by the heart. Hennie and Behanke’s love for each other are deeply grounded in thier love for God. Wow, I have rarely witnessed so much love in one place….and gorgeous people!

Here’s a list of the suppliers who made this wedding super special.

Venue and food: Red Ivory | Music: Deca | Makeup and Hair: Hair and Make up by Liesl | Shoes: Aldo & Thread and Miller | Suit: Tip Top Tailors | Earrings: Jeanne and Co | Flowers: The Flower Spot | Decor: All things wedding | Cake: Craft Cakes by Naomi

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Teaser! Hennie en Behanke | Wedding | Red Ivory Lodge

Wow…what a wedding! Red Ivory Lodge was such beautiful backdrop for Hennie and Behanke’s wedding story!

When I asked the Holy Spirt: “Who is the Bride?” He answered and said:”They are the ones who allow me to veil them in my holiness!”

Wow, all weddings are special, but every now and then you get one that grips you by the heart. Hennie and Behanke’s love for each other are deeply grounded in thier love for God. Wow, I have rarely witnessed so much love in one place….and gorgeous people!

Here’s a list of the suppliers who made this wedding super special.

Venue and food: Red Ivory | Music: Deca | Makeup and Hair: Hair and Make up by Liesl | Shoes: Aldo & Thread and Miller | Suit: Tip Top Tailors | Earrings: Jeanne and Co | Flowers: The Flower Spot | Decor: All things wedding | Cake: Craft Cakes by Naomi

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Maxim and Liesbeth | Wedding | Kuthaba Bush Lodge

What a beautiful destination wedding at Kuthaba Bush Lodge! Maxim and Liesbeth had a super fun and special safari wedding in South Africa.

“If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” Laura Ingalls Wilder

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Maxim and Liesbeth are from Belgium and decided to celebrate their union with loved ones in South Africa! Liesbeth’ parents have been staying for almost 20years in Witrivier, and Liesbeth went to school in Witrivier for a few years, and later on moved back to Belgium to go to school there. The majority of the guests at the wedding flew in from Belgium, and a few South African friends also attended, but unfortunately Maxim’s parents couldn’t attend the wedding…and they were sorely missed.

Maxim and Liesbeth did the legal union in Belgium last year, but they knew they wanted their dream wedding in South Africa with a safari-type feel…and wow, Kuthaba Bush Lodge is such a beautiful setting for a this! Each time I capture a wedding here the scenery just blows me away. I mean they have beautiful mountain views, a gorgeous dam plus a stunning and massive Fig Tree…and wildlife on top of that…wow, what a setting for a wedding!

If I could sum up this wedding in one word, it will be “relaxed”. Wow, I was a bit on my nerves because everybody was super relaxed and enjoying themselves, and there wasn’t a huge plan to finish up, other than Liesbeth had to walk down the aisle at 16:00. I mean people were swimming, and having lunch, Maxim got ready in probably 4 rooms (for some time I couldn’t find him, and when I did, he was busy in the girl’s room getting his face powdered by Tami James). I am not used to the groom getting ready with the girls…but it created cool photo opportunities, and lots of cool memories for them! This was by far the most “documentary style” wedding I have captured…this means I capture almost all the getting ready photos without interfering with the moments, everything happened spontaneously…which I love and which the couple will love!

Wow, Liesbeth had the most gorgeous wedding dress from Ladybird, and Maxim looked smashing in his Cafe Costume’s suit!

Ashleigh from The Love Knot did the coordination, decor and flowers to perfection. Eeeek, this lady is on fire! (So I had to create a picture for her almost where she is literally on fire..hahaha)

The task of creating gorgeous details at a far-off destination venue is not a simple feat but Ahleigh does it with style and flair. And with her mom at her side she had created the most beautiful table arrangements and flower decorations…well done! Everybody was in awe of the styling, well done girls!

Ashleigh also brought the cake, which was from the Baker Boys, and what a show stopper of a cake! Gracenote Music created the most amazing atmosphere with their live music and Alex, the DJ, had the people entertained the whole night…wow…the party was super fun! Even I was hopping up and down taking photos of everybody just really enjoying themselves!

Tami James did an amazing job with the makeup and hair. We were way behind schedule because everybody was super relaxed, which forced the makeup and hair to be done at the same time on Liesbeth! Wow, that was a sight to see, well done girls!

Enough said. Congrats again Maxim and Liesbeth and many blessings for your marriage! I usually say :”See you when I take pictures of your little ones!” but I guess I could fly over to Belgium to take photos of your kiddos one day…you never know!

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Teaser! Maxim and Liesbeth | Wedding | Kuthaba Bush Lodge

What a beautiful destination wedding at Kuthaba Bush Lodge.

“If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” Laura Ingalls Wilder

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Maxim and Liesbeth are from Belgium and decided to celebrate their union with loved ones in South Africa! Liesbeth’ parents have been staying for almost 20years in Witrivier, and Liesbeth went to school in Witrivier for a few years, and later on moved back to Belgium to go to school there. They know South Africa well and they wanted a safari-type wedding with family and friends. Some friends from South Africa joined and their family flew in from Belgium. Unfortunately Maxim’s parents couldn’t attend the wedding, and they were sorely missed.

Maxim and Liesbeth did the legal union in Belgium last year, but they knew they wanted their dream wedding in South Africa with a safari-type feel…and wow, Kuthaba Bush Lodge is such a beautiful setting for a this! Each time I capture a wedding here the scenery just blows you away. I mean they have beautiful mountain views, a gorgeous dam plus a stunning and massive Fig Tree…and wildlife on top of that…wow, what a setting for a wedding!

If I could sum up this wedding in one word, it will be “relaxed”. Wow, I was a bit on my nerves because everybody was super relaxed and enjoying themselves, and there wasn’t a huge plan to get done, other than Liesbeth had to walk down the aisle at 16:00. I mean people were swimming, and having lunch, Maxim got ready in probably 4 rooms (for some time I couldn’t find him, and when I did, he was busy in the girl’s room getting his face powdered by Tami James). I am not used to the groom getting ready with the girls…but it created cool photo opportunities, and lots of cool memories for them!

Wow, Liesbeth had the most gorgeous wedding dress from Ladybird, and Maxim looked smashing in his Cafe Costume’s suit!

Ashleigh from The Love Knot did the coordination, decor and flowers to perfection. Eeeek, this lady is on fire!

The task of creating gorgeous details at a far-off destination venue is not a simple feat but she does it with style and flair. And with her mom at her side she had created the most beautiful table arrangements and flower decorations…well done! They loved it! She also brought the cake, which was from the Baker Boys, and what a show stopper of a cake! Gracenote Music created the most amazing atmosphere with their live music and Alex, the DJ, had the people entertained the whole night…wow…the party was super fun! Even I was hopping up and down taking photos of everybody just really enjoying themselves! Tami James did an amazing job with the makeup, and we were a little behind schedule, so it was a first for me as well to see the makeup and hair being done at the same time on the bride! It was a sight to see, well done girls!

Enough said, enjoy the sneak peak and please leave a comment at the end of the blog.



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Ferreira and Michelle | Wedding | Oakfield Farm

Ferreira and Michelle had a super special wedding at Oakfield Farm!

Life without love is like a tree without blossoms or fruit. Khalil Gibran

Ferreira and Michelle had a super special wedding at Oakfield Farm!

Wow, Michelle you looked absolutely breathtaking in your Elvira dress from Timeless Bridal Couture! and I just loved the look on Ferreira ‘s face every time he looks at you…totally in love with his bride! I recently did their engagement shoot and I knew then that the wedding will be super fun because they are so easy to photograph!

The first rains for Gauteng fell during their wedding, and I know the rain cleanse the air so the light after the rain is always magical, and it was! We had the most stunning sunset shoot!

The day was super hot and we sort-off knew the rains would come, but you are never certain in Gauteng. Well, the rain came exactly during the ceremony and family portraits and I believe God wanted to tell them something…your marriage will be showered with love and blessings!

Thank you Ferreira and Michelle for allowing me to play a bit with creative portraits, and I believe it really worked during your wedding. I really love my new Godox AD200 light, which opens up so many creative possibilities for me!

I have also won two Editor’s Choice Awards from Prowed Awards. Its an international wedding award and it has become more and more difficult to get recognition. I am truly blessed to have received these awards!

Here’s a list of the service providers who made their day possible:

Make up & Hair : Chantelle Landman hair & Make up | Shoes: Forever New | Wedding Dress: Elvira - Timeless bridal Couture | Jewellery: Engagement Ring & wedding bands - Elri Diamonds and Jewelry Earrings | Hair piece : Timeless Bridal Couture | Flowers and decor: Twilight Breeze | Food: Oakfield Farm | Cake: Sweetly Detailed - Sumari Brits | Printing and stationary: JS graphic design Studio - Jean -Marie Steenberg | DJ : Pulse Dj’s | Venue : Oakfield Farm - The Dairy

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Teaser! Ferreira and Michelle | Wedding | Oakfield Farm

Ferreira and Michelle had a super special wedding yesterday at Oakfield Farm!

Life without love is like a tree without blossoms or fruit. Khalil Gibran

Ferreira and Michelle had a super special wedding yesterday at Oakfield Farm! Wow, Michelle you looked absolutely breathtaking and I just loved the look on Ferreira ‘s face when he looks at you…totally in love with his bride! I recently did their engagement shoot and I knew then that the wedding will be super fun because they are so easy to photograph! And the gorgeous light right after the rains…oh my word…magical!

They had a super hot day with a little rain during the ceremony and family portraits which was the first rains for Gauteng and the summer season. And I believe God wanted to tell them something…your marriage will be showered with love and blessings!

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Chrisjan and Juanita | Wedding | Lace on Timber

What a special and memorable wedding at Lace on Timber! Chrisjan and Juanita absoluted shined for Jesus during their beautiful and special day!

Chrisjan and Juanita | Wedding | Lace on Timber

“Set me as a seal upon your heart, as a seal upon your arm, for love is strong as death, jealousy is fierce as the grave. Its flashes are flashes of fire, the very flame of the LORD. Many waters cannot quench love, neither can floods drown it. “ Song of Solomon 8:6-7

Chrisjan and Juanita had a very beautiful and intimate wedding at the beautiful Lace on Timber venue.

I have been to many weddings and I have not seen two people so much in love like these two souls….Wow. I always tell my clients that they should forget about me while I am taking photos because they should create memories together, and they should chat and interact with each other to etch the memory in their brain. And I know its difficult to achieve this because I am obviously walking with them and I am in their face but they actually had moments where they completely forgot about me (I could have slipped away and they wouldn’t have noticed), and I could see in the emotion in Juanita’s face that she is completely smitten about her prince, Chrisjan.

Chrisjan and Juanita is also completely sold out to Jesus, and their whole wedding was drenched in His goodness and provision. Juanita testified many times during the day how they were blessed by so many amazing people in her life and how God had provided for them to have their fairytale wedding.

Many things stood out for me about their wedding, but one thing that I will never forget was during the speeches. Every person who had a turn to speak were so encouraging and uplifting about the person they were addressing, almost like speaking life into and over that person they are talking about. I felt truly inspired and lifted up by the amazing words everyone had to say. It really gave me HOPE that if there are more people like these people in SA, then I can have a restored hope in SA at the moment. #trulyinspired #imstaying #Jesusistheanswer

Oh how I also loved Juanita’s dress. It’s a Lady Dianah dress from the Bridal House and OH MY WORD…Juanita looked amazing…and the look on Chrisjan’s face when he say her for the first time….wow!

I am truly honoured that you guys chose me to capture your wedding day, and thank you for allowing me to be as creative as possible! Such a privilege to have shared the day with you! Lots of love and blessings!

Here’s a list of the suppliers who were involved.

Hair: Captivating Mobile Hair and Makeup | Makeup: Beautiful Change | Dress: the Bridal House | Juanita’s shoes: Daniel Hector | Rings: NWJ | CJ’s suit: Woolworths | DJ: EMC Productions | Food and Venue: Lace on Timber | Flowers and decor: Living Touch | Cake: Johlenne Volschenk

Enjoy the photos and please leave a comment at the end!

(for the photographers: I used a Godox AD200 with Magmod grid and 1/2 CTO gel in most of the shots. #godoxsa #magnetmod)

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Teaser! Chrisjan and Juanita | Wedding | Lace on Timber

What a special and memorable wedding at Lace on Timber!

Teaser! Chrisjan and Juanita | Wedding | Lace on Timber

“Set me as a seal upon your heart, as a seal upon your arm, for love is strong as death, jealousy is fierce as the grave. Its flashes are flashes of fire, the very flame of the LORD. Many waters cannot quench love, neither can floods drown it. “ Song of Solomon 8:6-7

Oh wow, I dont have words. Yesterday’s wedding was so so special.

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Chrisjan and Juanita had a very beautiful and intimate wedding at the beautiful Lace on Timber venue.

I have been to many weddings and I have not seen two people so much in love like these two souls….Wow. I always tell my clients that they should forget about me while I am taking photos because they should create memories together, and they should chat and interact with each other to etch the memory in their brain. And I know its difficult to achieve because I am obviously walking with them and I am taking photos of them but they actually had moments where they completely forgot about me (I could have slipped away and they wouldn’t have noticed), and I could see in the emotion in Juanita’s face that she is completely smitten about her prince, Chrisjan.

Chrisjan and Juanita is also completely sold out to Jesus, and their whole wedding was drenched in His goodness and provision. Juanita testified many times during the day how they were blessed by so many amazing people in her life and how God had provided for them to have their fairytale wedding. Many things stood out for me about their wedding, but one thing that I will never forget was during the speeches. Every person who had a turn to speak were so encouraging and uplifting about the person they were addressing, almost like speaking life into and over that person they are talking about. I felt truly inspired and lifted up by the amazing words everyone had to say. It really gave me HOPE that if there are more people like these people in SA, then I can have a restored hope in SA at the moment. #trulyinspired #Jesusistheanswer

Oh how I also loved Juanita’s dress. Its a Lady Dianah dress from the Bridal House and OH MY WORD…Juanita looked amazing…and the look on Chrisjan’s face when he say her for the first time….wow!

Enough said for now. Here’s a list of the suppliers who were involved.

Hair: Captivating Mobile Hair and Makeup | Makeup: Beautiful Change | Dress: Bridal House | Juanita’s shoes: Daniel Hector | Rings: NWJ | CJ’s suit: Woolrworths | DJ: EMC Productions | Food and Venue: Lace on Timber | Flowers and decor: Living Touch | Cake: Johlenne Volschenk

Enjoy the photos and please leave a comment at the end!

(for the photographers: I used a Godox AD200 with Magmod grid and 1.2 CTO gel in most of the shots. #godoxsa #magnetmod)

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Marcel & Zandrie | Wedding | Inimitable Wedding Venue

Wow, Marcel & Zandrie’s wedding was super special and emotional at Inimitable Wedding Venue!

Marcel & Zandrie | Wedding | Inimitable Wedding Venue

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 1 Cor 13:4-5

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There is a hype at the moment. Everybody I know doing weddings want to shoot at Zavion Kotze’s new wedding venue, Inimitable Wedding Venue, and I can definitely see why! It’s absolutely stunning! And the service is impeccable!

This wedding is also super special to Zavion, because this wedding was one of the first weddings booked at his wedding. Tina, Zandrie’s mom, said they booked the venue even before it was finished, and they just knew it’s going to be beautiful…and their calculated risk paid off! All I can say is wow. As a photographer having this gorgeous venue as a backdrop makes my life super simple…I can point the camera in any direction and you are almost guaranteed to have a gorgeous photo!

Wow, I dont have enough words to descibe how special and how beautiful this wedding was. Marcel and Zandrie are completely sold out to Jesus and His love was so evident at the wedding! I praise God for allowing me to meet these amazing people and for this amazing opportunity to capture their love story!

All the weddings I cover are emotional and special, but this one was so close to my heart! Marcel waited 7 years before he kissed his bride, and they knew from the beginning they were meant for each other. And WOW…..I absolutely LOVED how the parents prayed for them before the wedding…I mean Marcel and Zandrie stood back-to-back (without seeing each other), and held hands, and their parents formed a circle around them to pray for them! Teary stuff…

And walking down the aisle is quite a long walk. Normally brides sort off run down the aisle and I get zero chance to play around with creative shots, but this was different. I love my new mirror cellphone case, which allow me to create super cool reflection shots. It was also super emotional for Marcel, I mean he completely lost it for a second or two and luckily his dad managed to calm him. This was the most emotional groom I have seen this far, but it shows how much Zandrie but also the responsibility of having her as his bride means to him. Again…teary stuff!

Another highlight for me was they washed each others feet during the ceremony, just like Jesus did for his disciples. Wow, laying the foundation of serving each other no matter the cost! Its so hard doing exactly this in real life, and laying the first stone is so special…well done to the both of you!

I normally walk around during the couple shoot, and get many aspects of the wedding venue covered in the photos, because I think it’s important as part of the story telling, but I love it when venues use the photos afterwards to show off their venue. But during Marcel and Zandrie’s wedding I got caught up in taking the bulk of the photos in front of these 2 trees which was dressed in the most gorgeous orangey autumn colours!

Thank you Nina for second shooting on the day! I loved every minute of having you there!

A huge shout out to Pro Albums. They did their guest album at short notice and everybody at the wedding commented on the quality! Thank you Farhan!

Enough said for now…here’s the photos.

Please leave a comment at the end…a little love can go a long way!

Planning, Flowers and Decor: Zavion Kotze Events Company @zavionkotzeeventscompany

Venue: Inimitable Wedding Venue @inimitable_wv

Videographer: https://www.facebook.com/firstkissweddingfilms @firstkissfilm http://www.firstkiss.co.za

DJ: https://www.facebook.com/eventsengine @eventsengine, https://www.eventsengine.co.za

Wedding dress: @olivelliwedding, https://www.facebook.com/OlivelliBridal

Makeup: https://www.facebook.com/FaceBlushByClaudia @face_blush_by_claudia

Hair: https://www.facebook.com/Beautylish-Hair-Studio @beautylish_hairstudio

Minister: Kompas Gemeente, Marius Malan

Entertainment: www.akoestiek.co.za @akoestiek.musiek

Stationery: https://www.facebook.com/LuaNovaStudioSA @lua_nova_studio

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Teaser! Marcel & Zandrie | Wedding | Inimitable Wedding Venue

Wow, what a special and emotional wedding at Inimitable Wedding Venue!

Teaser! Marcel & Zandrie | Wedding | Inimitable Wedding Venue

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 1 Cor 13:4-5

Inimitable Wedding Venue Marcel Zandrie gorgeous wedding

I just had to share a few images…eeek…I think 48 might be more than a few…hehe…

Wow, I dont have enough words to descibe how special and how beautiful this wedding was. Marcel and Zandrie got married this past weekend at the gorgeous Inimitable Wedding Venue and what an experience this was. Praise God for amazing people and amazing opportunities! They are completely sold out to Jesus and his love was so evident at the wedding!

All the weddings I cover are emotional and special, but this one was so close to my heart! Marcel waited 7 years before he kissed his bride, and they knew from the beginning they were meant for each other. And WOW…..I absolutely LOVED how the parents prayed for them before the wedding…I mean Marcel and Zandrie stood back-to-back (without seeing each other), and held hands, and their parents formed a circle around them to pray for them! How special! And they also washed each others feet during the ceremony, just like Jesus did for his disciples…amazing!

Thank you Nina for second shooting on the day! I loved every minute of having you there!

Enough said for now…here’s the sneak peak!




Planning, Flowers and Decor: Zavion Kotze Events Company @zavionkotzeeventscompany

Venue: Inimitable Wedding Venue @inimitable_wv

Videographer: https://www.facebook.com/firstkissweddingfilms @firstkissfilm http://www.firstkiss.co.za

DJ: https://www.facebook.com/eventsengine @eventsengine, https://www.eventsengine.co.za

Wedding dress: @olivelliwedding, https://www.facebook.com/OlivelliBridal

Makeup: https://www.facebook.com/FaceBlushByClaudia @face_blush_by_claudia

Hair: https://www.facebook.com/Beautylish-Hair-Studio @beautylish_hairstudio

Minister: Kompas Gemeente, Marius Malan

Entertainment: www.akoestiek.co.za @akoestiek.musiek

Stationery: https://www.facebook.com/LuaNovaStudioSA @lua_nova_studio

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Wicus and Liesl | Wedding | Tutuwedzo Lodge

Wow, what a special and beautiful wedding. Wicus and Liesl had such an amazing day with family and friends, and the venue boasts an outdoor reception area under a massive tree! How magnificent!

Wicus and Liesl | Wedding | Tutuwedzo Lodge, Gauteng

“There is no friendship, no love, like that of the parent for the child.”-Henry Ward Beecher

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Wicus and Liesl’s amazing wedding was held at the Deck at Tutuwedzo Lodge. I have shot weddings at amazing places before but this might be up there as one of the most beautiful. The reception was held under the most beautiful lit tree, with a rustic bar area around the base of the tree. It was a huge risk having the wedding outside, but what a reward when the risk paid off!

I think I have mentioned a few times on my blogs and feeds that I really love kids at weddings. I have 2 kids and I can’t imagine my life without my kids. Kids at weddings is such a huge joy for me, and really love adding their unique perspective to a wedding. They bring such innocence, joy and laughter and they almost always don’t know what is going on around them…I mean they don’t even someone is getting married. It was a first for me to have the wedding couple’s son as part of the wedding.

My highlight for the day was when Liesl walked down the aisle towards her soon-to-be-husband Wicus, and he had his son in his arms…Wow…what powerful a moment! I even got teary as well!

And these people know how to party! I always say that your brain is programmed to remember emotions (how you felt). You rarely remember in detail things that you see, unless you have a photographic memory. Thats why you need photo prints, albums and videos to remind you of how you felt. So its important at weddings to have amazing catering, music and spontaneous moments during the photo sessions. So when you have a killer party, you are sure to remember you had a super wedding….and Wicus and Liesl surely had a crazy cool party! The food, which was outdoor carts and tables with almost street food was super tasty! I just loved the Mexican taco stand where you could build your own taco…yum yum!

One very tearful moment at the wedding was when they paid tribute to Wicus’ sister who had passed away a few years ago….she would have been very proud to have seen Wicus and Liesl tying the knot!

Enough said about this beautiful wedding.

Some of the suppliers who made the day possible.

Wedding gown: Chiqwawa | Liesl’s jewellery: Wicus’ mom’s jewellery | Makeup and hair: Unmissable | DJ: Jaycee | Venue and food: Tutuwedzo Lodge | Wicus’ suit: Eurosuit | Watch: Rolex (gift from Wicus’ parents) | Videography: Tintype Productions

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Teaser! Wicus and Liesl | Wedding | Tutuwedzo Lodge

Wow, what a special and beautiful wedding. Wicus and Liesl had such an amazing day with family and friends, and the venue boasts an outdoor reception area under a massive tree! How magnificent!

Teaser! Wicus and Liesl | Wedding | Tutuwedzo Lodge, Gauteng

“There is no friendship, no love, like that of the parent for the child.”-Henry Ward Beecher

Here’s a sneak peak from Wicus and Liesl’s amazing wedding this weekend at the amazing The Deck at Tutuwedzo Lodge. What a beautiful location for a wedding…wow…I mean the reception was held under the most beautiful lit up tree, with a rustic bar area around the base of the tree.

It was a first for me to have the wedding couple’s son as part of the wedding, but as many (and having 2 kids myself) would testify…kids make everything in life so colourful! The highlight for Wicus was when his 2 year-old son and soon-to-be wife walked down the isle…wow…what a powerful moment and I got teary as well during that moment!

Some of the suppliers who made the day possible.

Wedding gown: Chiqwawa | Liesl’s jewellery: Wicus’ mom’s jewellery | Makeup and hair: Unmissable | DJ: Jaycee | Venue and food: Tutuwedzo Lodge | Wicus’ suit: Eurosuit | Watch: Rolex (gift from Wicus’ parents) | Videography: Tintype Productions

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Dane and Ashleigh | Wedding | Rosemary Hill Farm

Dane and Ashleigh had the most amazing and beautiful wedding at Rosemary Hill Farm, and I was super privileged to have witnessed their love for each other!

Dane and Ashleigh | Wedding | Rosemary Hill Farm

I never loved you any more than I do, right this second. And I'll never love you any less than I do, right this second. Kami Garcia

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I just knew when I finished Dane and Ashleigh’s engagement shoot, their wedding was going to be epic…and it was! And what a brilliant venue! It was my first Rosemary Hill Farm and it really felt as if I was capturing a wedding in a different country! Such a pretty backdrop to any wedding, and paired with great decor and food from Rosemary hill as well…wow, they really looked well after Dane and Ashleigh.

Ashleigh had the most amazing wedding gown from Enzoani with gorgeous details in the back, and her beautiful shoes from Anella Wedding Shoes complimented her so well! I really wanted her to wear her running shoes, because she and Dane are SERIOUS runners…I mean they both completed the IRONMAN this year! Impressive…so I actually swopped out one of Dane’s wedding shoes with a running shoe for the groom’s detail shots. If you are reading this and getting married…do yourself a favour and go to the Bridal Wardrobe and have a look…they stock the most amazing wedding gowns and wedding shoes!

Geraldi from Face by Geraldi did such a great job with the girl’s makeup. Just look at Ashleigh’s stunning makeup, she looked absolutely radiant!

Rosemary Hill Farm also did the decor’ flowers, but the beautiful flower bouquets were done by Wildflower Creations Decor.

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Tertius & Monique | Wedding | Memoire Wedding Venue, Gauteng

Wow, this was the most emotional wedding I had the privilege to document to date. And Tertius and Monique looked absolutely gorgeous for their wedding celebration at Memoire Wedding Venue.

Tertius & Monique | Wedding | Memoire Wedding Venue, Gauteng

A father is a man who expects his son to be as good a man as he meant to be. Frank A. Clark

Tertius & Monique's celebrated their wedding at the impressive MEMOIRE wedding and function venue, Muldersdrift. It was a super emotional day and I think its fitting and touching to have celebrated Father's Day a few days after their wedding. 

Tertius lost his dad recently and every time he remembered his dad during the day he would burst into tears. He had me in tears many times, and I couldn't have asked for a more special wedding to be a part of. Thank you for allowing me to capture memories for you and Monique, and wow....you looked absolutely smashing! 

Tertius may you truly be the man your dad meant to be! He will surely be missed. The painting in the groom portraits is a painting of Tertius and his dad. 

I must just add, I had so much fun photographing the partying at the end of the day! They went all out, especially the guys! 

Here's a list of the other suppliers who were involved making their day possible:

Flowers and decor: Bliss Floral Creations | Make-up: EA Academy MUD Westrand | Wedding Gown: Bridal Manor Pta | Wedding Designer: Pronovias (Pradera) | Monique's shoes: Charles & Keith, Menlyn | Tertius suit and shoes: Carducci | Painting of Tertius and his Dad: Friso van der Wal | Stationery: Vast Exposure | DJ: Starlightsounds | Live Music: CH2 | Photographer assistant: Carolyn J Gregorowski

Enjoy the photos and please leave a comment at the end!

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Teaser! Tertius & Monique | Wedding | Memoire Wedding Venue, Gauteng

Wow, this was the most emotional wedding I had photographed to date. And Tertius and Monique looked absolutely gorgeous for their wedding celebration at Memoire Wedding Venue.

Teaser! Tertius & Monique | Wedding | Memoire Wedding Venue, Gauteng

A father is a man who expects his son to be as good a man as he meant to be. Frank A. Clark

Tertius & Monique's celebrated their wedding yesterday at the impressive MEMOIRE wedding and function venue, Muldersdrift. It was a super emotional day and I think its fitting and touching to have celebrated Father's Day recently. 

Tertius lost his dad recently and every time he remembered his dad during the day he burst into tears. He had me in tears many times, and I couldn't have asked for a more special wedding to be a part of. Thank you for allowing me to capture memories for you and Monique, and wow....you looked absolutely smashing! 

Tertius may you truly be the man your dad meant to be! He will surely be missed. 

The painting in the groom portraits is a painting of Tertius and his dad. 

I must just add, I had so much fun photographing the partying at the end of the day! They went all out, especially the guys! 

Make-up: EA Academy MUD Westrand
Photographer assistant: Carolyn J Gregorowski
Live Music: CH2

Enjoy the sneak peak and I can't wait share the rest of this beautiful wedding!

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