wedding photography

Natural, documentary-style wedding photography in Johannesburg, Pretoria and across Gauteng.

Natural, documentary-style wedding photography for couples who want to remember how their day actually felt.

Your day deserves to be remembered.

Your wedding day will be full of moments you planned — and hundreds you didn’t. The nervous excitement while you’re getting ready, the look on your partner’s face as you walk down the aisle, a grandparent’s laugh during the speeches, the conversations, embraces and small exchanges happening around you throughout the day.

I photograph weddings in Johannesburg, Pretoria and across Gauteng, focusing on the genuine moments, connections and emotions that make your celebration yours. My approach is relaxed and unobtrusive, with some gentle direction when it’s helpful, rather than a day dominated by posed photographs.

The result is a wedding gallery that tells the story of your day as it unfolded — honestly, creatively and with all the little moments in between.

My passion for storytelling, eye for the artistic and ability to connect with people translate into beautifully captured, genuine photos that hold both art and emotion.

Investment guide

Daisy

Perfect for small, heartfelt celebrations.

  • 2 hours of wedding coverage to capture your special day’s most meaningful, candid moments.
  • Ideal for elopements or intimate gatherings with close friends and family.
  • Access to an online gallery with 200+ edited images to cherish forever.
    R6200
cosmos flowers in delta park

Cosmos

Capture everything in between.

  • 4 hours of coverage, including:
    • ‘Getting ready’ moments
    • The ceremony
    • Couple portraits
    • Key reception highlights
  • Includes a pre-wedding consultation and a 30-minute engagement session to get comfortable in front of the camera.
  • Online gallery with 300+ edited images.
    R9400

Wisteria

Create a full story of your wedding day to cherish.

  • 7 hours of wedding coverage, ensuring no detail is missed.
    • ‘Getting ready’ photos
    • Ceremony
    • Couple portraits
    • Family photos
    • Reception and key moments
  • Pre-wedding consultation to plan your vision, plus a 30-minute engagement session to capture your love story before the big day.
  • Access to an online gallery with 500+ edited images.
    R11400

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Frequently asked questions

What style of wedding photography do you offer?

I specialise in natural, documentary-style wedding photography. Rather than directing every moment or asking you to pose throughout the day, I focus on capturing genuine interactions, emotions and the atmosphere of your celebration as it unfolds. I will give you gentle direction when it’s useful, particularly during couple and family portraits, while leaving plenty of space for the natural moments to happen.flower girl getting ready

Where do you offer wedding photography?

I am based in Johannesburg and photograph weddings in Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounding areas. If you’re planning a wedding elsewhere in Gauteng or further afield, get in touch with your date and venue and we can discuss your plans.

How many hours of wedding photography do I need?

It depends on how much of your wedding day you’d like documented. My packages currently range from 2 hours to 7 hours of coverage. Two hours can work well for an intimate celebration or elopement, while longer coverage allows us to tell more of the story, from getting ready through to the reception.

Do you photograph the getting ready part of the wedding day?

Yes. Getting-ready photography is included in the 4-hour and 7-hour wedding packages. These photographs document the anticipation and excitement before the ceremony, as well as the people and details that make the morning special. It’s also a crucial and often intimate part of the storytelling of the day.Bride looking towards her bridesmaids while getting ready for her wedding

Do you take family and group photographs?

Yes. Family photographs are included in the 4 and 7-hour package, and we can discuss the group photographs you’d like captured as part of planning your wedding photography.

Do you offer engagement photography?

Yes. The 4-hour and 7-hour wedding packages include a 30-minute engagement session. It’s a chance to have some photographs taken together before your wedding day and get comfortable in front of the camera.engagement shoot in black and white film

How many photographs will we receive?

The number depends on the package you choose. The 2-hour Daisy package includes 200+ edited images, the 4-hour Cosmos package includes 300+, and the 7-hour Wisteria package includes 500+ photographs.

Will we have to pose for photographs all day?

No. My approach is relaxed and documentary, so I don’t want your wedding day to feel like a photoshoot. I’ll guide you when needed, particularly for couple and family portraits, but much of the day is about observing and capturing what happens naturally.

How far in advance should we book our wedding photographer?

I’d recommend getting in touch as soon as you have your wedding date and venue confirmed, particularly if you’re planning a Saturday wedding or getting married during a popular time of year. If your date is still flexible, it’s worth contacting me even if you’re relatively early in the planning process.