This family is so dear to my heart, I have worked with Clerissa since I started out in photography and when I heard they were expecting I was over the moon for them and couldn't wait to capture this special journey.

Daniel is evidence of a little miracle baby and their story is a testimony of a living God and just how amazing God's hand is over a pregnancy and just reminds me once again how perfect His timing is and His plan for us and not ours.

This was Clerissa's first post after Daniel was born, my heart was broken for them but I couldn't be more inspired by their faith and obedience during this time.

"Daniel was diagnosed with a diaphragmatic hernia and was rushed to the NICU. That is where our little boy’s fight started. Two heart-broken parents had to deal with a very scary situation from the moment Daniel took his first precious breath. Daniel received his operation on Sunday and he did so well. He is now stable and resting and recovering and getting strong so we can fight and make it through this long journey together. 

We are grateful for his life, we are so in love with him and we know he is strong and he has a whole army of support, love and care surrounding him.
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Three things I have learned since Daniel’s birth;
- There is no greater love than a mother’s love. There is also no greater sorrow than a mother’s sorrow.
- My husband is the biggest blessing God could gift me with. My rock, my hero (our hero), the strongest and most incredible Godly man who is leading and carrying his little family with faith, hope and strength.
- Our God is a God of miracles. He will never let us down, He is with us every step of the way. His love envelopes us and Daniel every second. He is a God of grace and mercy, we love Him and put our son in His capable and healing hands. We know He will get our boy through this battle and has pathed such a God-honouring path for our brave Daniel. 

We only ask for prayers for our precious angel boy, he is our entire world and each day we celebrate the small victories that God sends our way, amen.

‘Don’t be afraid, for you are very precious to God. Peace! Be encouraged! Be Strong!’
Daniel 10:19"

Daniel is now a healthy baby boy and they are so blessed.

Thank you for letting me share in this very special time.

Xxx

Miliyah, "Who is for me";
we welcome you into this world. You could not have asked for a better family to be born into and you will be taken care of with love and grace by parents who will love you unconditional and guide you with their love for God and one another.

Nestled in the beautiful Breede River mountains, Pieter & Nilene celebrated their marriage at Bosjes Farm.

Surrounded by lovely landscapes lies the beautiful chapel inspired by Psalm 36:7. Bosjes Farm is well known for the magnificent architecture which also leaves you with breathtaking views of the mountain ranges.

This day was nothing short of beautiful, with tears of joy and high spirits Pieter & Nilene exchanged vows and had a lovely reception in a clear marquee overlooking some of the beautiful Slanghoek mountains.

​Photography: Louzelle van Dyk Photography
Venue: Bosjes Farm
Coordinator: Cobus hugo
Flowers: Kenly Flowers
Stationery: Nilene van Niekerk
Hair & Makeup: Evelyn Frances
​Dress: Robyn Roberts
Suit: Calvin Klein
Videography: Kovacevic Bosch Photography & Videography

I met Lisa & PR through my husband and friends and very soon after became their wedding photographer.  I prefer meeting couples before the wedding day for an engagement shoot not only to celebrate the engagement but also to get to know them a little more before the wedding, and man did this engagement shoot get me all excited for their wedding day!

Lisa & PR has such a fun and loving relationship filled with so much beauty and a mutual respect for one another and a natural and soft nature shoot complimented them in all kinds of ways!

Lisa & PR is getting married at Die Woud in the Western Cape later this year and I cannot wait to witness their forever promise to one another!

So grateful for clients that become friends / friends who become clients, not sure which way around this one happened, but I have a grateful heart!

In celebration of the Smit family's newest addition, little Kari.

How lovely to photograph good friends!

I met Clerissa when I first did her portraits for her business branding for The Social Agency and here we are a few years and shoots later on a much more personal level, at 32 weeks of being pregnant.

I love being part of this special journey Cleris. You are radiant and beautiful!

We did a maternity boudoir and Clerissa chose to only share these below, which is just a glimpse of the magic I got to capture!

Studio: LVDP Studio
​Make-up: Lana V  Make Up Artistry

Venue: Four Seasons Hotel, The Westcliff
Decor & Flowers: Bride Sidekick
Make up: Belle Artistry
Videographer: Mighty Fine

Venue: White Light
Flowers & Decor: Myrtle Styling & Events
Cake: The Dancing Chef
​Stationery: Chrystalace
Dress: Casey Jeanne
H & M: The Refinery
Videographer: White Motion

Greece definitely takes a top 5 spot on my favourite travels and to do something I love in a place I love is best of both worlds!  When I visited Greece I spent some time in Athens and Santorini and met these two lovely souls on my trip to Santorini.

Louw and Myrtle were also from South Africa and enjoying a romantic holiday at the very famous Chromata Hotel in Santorini overlooking the Caldera.  After spending some time together with the couple and learning one another's professions, Myrtle and Louw booked me for a couple session.  These white simplistic surroundings are any photographes dream and I couldn't resist capturing this respectful love they have for one another.

This shoot has been featured on The Pretty Blog.

“We loved with a love that was more than love…” Edgar Allan Poe