To me shooting families are the most fun, I really enjoy it, not just because of the nice people, but because of the children's response to me and their parents. I must say, most kids at the same age are very similar in reactions and responses. I just adored the Scheepers family, but how could you not! They invited me into their home for a few hours to capture them ( taking photos of kids are usually best for me at their home because they are more comfortable) I felt at home almost instantly and it felt like I've known them before. Their beautiful home made a stunning backdrop especially with mom (Anette) being a photographer herself and decorating her home with striking red walls, she had so many nice ideas! I loved it! Please invite me again!

Ok the last and final part of Darryl and Paula's wedding was the most fun and the funniest! They said their vows in the bush after a short game drive. I have to add that one of the rangers saved the day by couriering the forgotten bouquet from the one lodge to the point of vows, in time! On his noble steed a red honda motorbike, making an entrance with a jump and a lot of dust! After the vows and refreshments whilst enjoying sunset, we returned to the lodge where we where taken on a boat to the boma where the big party was at. I had so much fun taking the shots of the dance floor because everyone was so funny with their props!

On day two we arrived at the stunning Entabeni Lodge in Mokgopong. We settled in at the lodge grabbed our coats and jumped onto the game viewers to enjoy a three hour game drive, where we saw loads of animals including rhino and lions. At sunset we stopped for some refreshments and to take a group shot of everybody. After the game drive we arrived at a camp where tables where set, dinner was ready and a large bon-fire kept us cosy.

The next morning we got up at 6:30, grabbed some coffee and off we went on an amazing morning drive. I have to add, my stunning assistant and second shooter Mandy supported me a lot, I was a bit nauseous from morning sickness and she kept me calm, hydrated and had snacks handy whenever I needed it. Also, Paula and Darryl as well as all the other guests where very nice to me, at first I wanted to keep it secret because the client is paying me to do a job and I wanted to do it well. Without all the support I think it would have been much harder.

This lovely couple had a proper wedding celebration spreading over three days. I waited six months to do this wedding and the date couldn't arrive faster. We started their celebration off on the 8th of September at Paula's aunts lovely home in Bryanston. They had a very intimate family gathering for their ceremony and later their guests arrived for their cocktail style reception. Here they had a beautiful peacock joining in for the speeches praising the speaker every time they finished a sentence, it was hilarious! Paula's stunning team: Make-up artists Cara (079) 4958699 Hairdresser Crystal Kyte from Mane Attraction 0112340034 Dress makers of both weddings Andre Croucamp (083) 7759073 and Joss from Joss Bridal +27 (73) 2641611 Cake kobus and Wiese from Caterlink

This is the beautiful, close-nit Harmse family. They overflow with smiles and kindness! I promise you, from the first moment that I set foot in their home, I was treated like a long term friend. I felt so at home that I could almost imagine myself kicking off my shoes and watching my favorite series in their lounge. The girls Anlu and Mikela instantly made friends with me and enjoyed the fun photo session with me. I must ad my oldest brother Dolf (view photos of him here) was there to entertain the girls and assist me, and they enjoyed him sooooo much, but then again it is Dolf, who wouldn't enjoy his company. One thing that stood out for me about this family, was love, not only are they open to love each other, but they really love others. It just shines out of them. I cannot wait to go visit them again!