Some weddings leave you inspired long after the last frame is captured.
Nolitha & Joaquim’s wedding at La Paris Estate was one of those days where style, atmosphere, and intention aligned effortlessly. The setting in Franschhoek offered its usual drama and beauty, but what stood out most was how considered everything felt—nothing overdone, nothing accidental.
Working alongside @concepts_infinite was an absolute highlight. Their ability to orchestrate a day with precision while keeping the energy flowing naturally is something you notice immediately behind the scenes. It elevates the entire experience—for the couple and for every creative involved.
This was a wedding that leaned strongly into fashion-forward choices: refined silhouettes, strong styling decisions, and details that felt editorial yet timeless. High-end without trying to prove a point.
Franschhoek continues to be one of the most compelling wedding destinations in the Cape Winelands, and La Paris remains a venue that consistently delivers on atmosphere, scale, and visual impact.
A day worth revisiting, frame by frame.
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Richard & Lauren’s Plaisir wedding in Franschhoek was a day shaped by intention and quiet confidence.
I met them at their friend’s wedding, which I photographed, and even then they stood out — grounded, warm, and completely themselves.
Their own wedding at Plaisir carried that same effortless energy. Some moments were guided, others unfolded naturally, and both worked together to tell a story that felt real. Nothing forced for the camera — just the right amount of direction when needed, and space for genuine emotion when it mattered.
Franschhoek brings a unique atmosphere to a wedding day, and Plaisir is one of those venues that elevates it even more. Photographing Richard & Lauren here felt seamless — a setting that matched their style and the tone of their celebration.
If you’re planning at Plaisir or exploring weddings in Franschhoek, this is what I focus on:
calm guidance, effortless experience, and imagery that reflects the truth of your day.
Some weddings aren’t just celebrated — they’re crafted.
Every frame in this collection was designed to feel as timeless as the day itself — the architecture, the dress, the light, all coming together to tell a story of elegance and intention.
For couples who see their wedding not just as a day, but as an experience worth remembering in every detail.
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Trevis & Saarty 🤍
It looked like rain all day… until it didn’t.
Somehow everything opened up at the right time — and what followed was one of those days that just felt easy. Full of laughter, full of energy, and surrounded by people who really showed up for them.
Trevis and Saarty, you made this feel effortless. The kind of connection you don’t need to direct — it just unfolds.
Beautifully brought together by @trunkevents , and always a pleasure shooting at @belair_pavilion
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Trives and Saarty
What started as a day that looked like it might be wrapped in rain, turned into something truly unforgettable. The skies held, the light softened, and somehow everything came together exactly as it was meant to.
All the way from Namibia, surrounded by their closest friends, these two brought such an incredible energy with them. The kind that fills a space without trying. The kind that makes you smile without even realising it.
Trives and Saarty, you are genuinely one of those couples you don’t forget. Your joy, your connection, and those contagious smiles made this day something special to be part of.
A big thank you as well to @trunkevents for bringing everything together so beautifully, and to @belair_pavilion for the perfect setting.
Days like this are why I love what I do.
Some weddings you direct… and some you just let happen.
Andrew & Jess flew in from Dubai and brought this energy with them — light, playful, completely present. Nothing forced, just real moments unfolding as they came.
This is a little glimpse into how their day actually felt.
Andrew & Jess, all the way from Dubai, choosing the beauty of Zorgvliet Wine Estate to say “I do.”
One of those days where everything just worked — the light, the people, the atmosphere. It felt easy, in the best possible way.
And right at the end… a small moment that says everything. Jess and her dad opening a Guinness all the way from Ireland — a quiet nod to home, shared on the other side of the world.
Make sure you don’t miss that one at the end.
