Cape Town Forest Engagement Photography.
After the rain – have you ever noticed how quiet nature is?
As if the earth is patiently soaking every drop in to its core.
Forest trees shivering off a few last drops as the wind ruffles through the leaves.
How lucky we were to smell the fresh wet earth during this session.
Barrydale.
This was my second time in this little Karoo town. The first time I just filled up my car and drove through, but this time I stayed to document the beautiful vows of love between Attie & Shané.
The day unfolded with perfect weather and relaxed anticipation from everyone involved.
What a big honour it was to share and experience this day. Not only were Attie & Shané easy in front of the camera, they also made sure that I enjoyed the day as much as they did.
Sit back with a cup of coffee while you wait for this post to load – So many memories to go through!
Thank you to all the amazing service providers who contributed to this beautiful day:
Venue and decor: Môre Son, Barrydale
Groom Prep: Sorgvry Guesthouse
Dress Design: Magda Grové
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Duvon Wine Estate – 17-06-2017
A Beautiful family owned wine estate, nestled in the unique mountains of the Robertson Valley – Duvon Estate made for a lovely atmosphere where Johan & Alecia exchanged their promises in front of their closest friends and relatives.
I love intimate and small weddings the best because I love how genuine and real the relationships and laughter flow freely on the day.
This day was perfect! Thank you for making me a part of your most beautiful day.
Thank you to all the service providers, family and friends who contributed to how beautiful everything looked on the day.
Venue:
Duvon Wine Estate
Make Up & Hair:
Jodine Swanepoel – jodine@barvallei.co.za
Dress:
Mother of the Bride
Decor setup:
Friends and Family
Cake:
Friends & Family
DJ & Sound:
Father of the Groom
A Dornier Estate Wedding:
There is something about dark clouds that raises people’s spirits and excitement. Combine this with a wedding day and you will find emotions high, happy and full of anticipation all round. This was the mood felt at the Dunkley wedding which took place at the beautiful, Dornier Wine Estate in Stellenbosch. A beautiful venue at the foot of the Stellenbosch mountains, surrounded by vineyards and forests. The Dunkley’s could not have chosen a more perfect location.
Thank you to all the vendors who helped make this beautiful wedding special.
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Magic Forest Engagemet:
What is it about trees in forests that heightens our emotions and sense of calm? It must be why I love forest photography so much as it just embodies our emotions so much clearer.
This session was another one of those beautiful and perfect days. Two beautiful souls in a beautiful location, sharing their love.
The day Jenna Nadelman and Blake Esrechowitz chose to celebrate their union, started with the hint of celebrations chiming in the wind. Everything about this day was special. Excitement and anticipation was creeping in to the toes of everyone about to share this Kiddushin – the jewish word for Betrothal ceremony.
I started the day with Blake and his 14 groomsmen over at Zevenwacht Estate. The strong brotherly bond between all these men was really something incredible to witness. Most of them childhood friends supporting and celebrating their friend’s glorious day.
I then made my way to the most beautiful, most calm and caring bride, Jenna. The girls chatting, laughing and getting excited for the big event.The first tradition was the Bedeken Ceremony. An age old jewish unveiling ceremony. After spending a week apart without any verbal contact, the groom and bride see each other for the first time before the wedding ceremony. This is where the groom lifts the veil of his most beautiful bride to make sure, that he will indeed be marrying his love.
I had so much fun experiencing all the traditions that were to follow – the breaking of the glass, seeing most beauitful Chuppa made by the groom’s mom, under which they recited the seven blessings. The hora dances were possibly the most fun I’ve experienced at a wedding! My goodness! So much excitement, love, laughter and emotions!This was certainly a wedding I’ll remember for years to come! Loved every second of it.
To Blake & Jenna – MAZEL TOV!
To all the amazing vendors who contributed to this very special celebration: Thank you!
Videography:
Cinematographers and story tellers: Latsky Multi Media
Hair & Make-up: Vanessa Kroeger
Venues:
Groom Prep: Zevenwacht Estate
Ceremony: Blydschap Farm
Reception: Altydlig
Entertainers: Larry Soffer Magician & Mentalist
Amazing Sound and Lighting: Legacy of Sound
Florist: Flowerheart
Fairylights: Decordacious
Decor: Something Borrowed
Mountain Wedding Photography:
Arriving at the top of a mountain, overlooking the most spectacular sunset views – my soul felt a strange buzz of calm.
I met Cadi’s family the night before and was pleasantly surprised with a few hotdogs around a camp fire, a cup of coffee and endless conversation under the stars with down to earth family and friends of the couple.
The next morning started bright and early for everyone. But luckily these farming communities are used to rising before the sun! I met the groom with his happy crowd for a their prep photos. The men were all full of jokes over their morning cups of coffee and it started the day on a cheerful note. I got a good bit of exercise in on this day, running up and about between the chalets at the bottom of the venue and up to the top where the women were getting ready, dressed and pampered. The air was filled with smiles, excitement and so many emotions.
When it came time for the ceremony, everyone was stunned by the breathtaking view over the valley below. What a perfect setting to exchange vows of love. The rest of the day was spent celebrating with delicious food, good conversation and all round happy crowds.
A big thank you to Noupoort Mountain Estate for playing such a big role in putting together this beautiful day!
Many Thanks to all the vendors who helped make this day possible for Cadi & Willem:
Venue: Noupoort Mountain Estate
Flowers & Decor: Direct Flowers
Hair & Make Up: Vintage Grace Beauty
Dress: Brides of Somerset
“But you can set sail to the west if you want to
And pass the horizon, ’til I can’t even see you
Far from here
Where the beaches are wide
Just leave me your wake to remember you by
If you’ll be my star
I’ll be your sky
You can hide underneath me and come out at night”
~Gregory and the Hawk
