It's funny how fast time flies by when you're a wedding photographer. I can remember chatting to Marcelle over a cappuccino like it was yesterday.  Fast forward four months and here we are, Marcelle's and Steyn's wedding. A wedding, mind you, that won't be forgotten in a hurry. Some weddings have a certain something about them, which, if not unusual, are at least different from the norm.  Marcelle's and Steyn's was one of those celebrations.

Firstly, it was an evening ceremony, so we scheduled their photo-shoot beforehand and, secondly, it was our very first ever medieval-themed wedding.

I have to pass on a big thanks to Marcelle and Steyn for being fabulous and so relaxed on their wedding day! My deepest gratitude to you both.  I can't wait to show you the rest!

Their gorgeous little boy.

To undertake Angie's and Pierre's big day, this project turned out to be very much a 'destination wedding' for Ursula and I.  Basically, what was initially a mere  2-hour trip to Brits, developed into an epic 6-hour road expedition, littered with potholes and sand roads - you name it!

Any way, as gorgeous as any location may be, it's really the people who make a wedding.  Besides the marathon blockbuster voyage, Ursula and I have lots of funny stories from this assignment that'll make us smile for quite some time to come.

I shall, however, just say this:   It was truly a pleasure to be a part of Angie's and Pierre's celebration.  You're a beautiful couple together and we enjoyed every second photographing both of you, not forgetting all of your warm, gracious and fun friends and family.

Thank you both for your hospitality and for making a plan with journey-induced accommodation.

 













Beautiful light in the church, Angie on her way to sign the register.





 
 

The lure of camera and lights!

Whilst I definitely do not make it a habit to showcase a second-shooter's images on my blog, I quite simply couldn't resist these.

 
First off, they are much too cute not to post and, above all, I noticed Stella didn't either. Secondly, this post will buy me some time to do my write-up for the next wedding.

After taking the wrong turn far too many times, Stella and I finally found our location for the creatives.
 
Content with our discovery, we crossed our fingers in the hope it wouldn't rain and also crossed our toes hoping our bridal couple would be game for an off-site location.
 
There are really no words to describe how special and intimate their ceremony was. Outside on the lawn, it was a small, profound and beautiful exchange of vows, between two people before those most dearest to them.
 
After the ceremony, we realised our crossing of fingers was of no help (the toes worked though), as almost timed to perfection, the rain decided to join us for the creative portraits.
 
Given the cold and wet weather we faced, the fact Betty has a thing about dirty feet and this preposterous request made by the photographers, I have to say Thank you.  I really should get medals made...you guys deserved Gold!
 
Now, just before I post these, I really have to mention both Betty and Richard are adamant (in bold and I would have underlined it 10 times) they are very uncomfortable hate facing the camera. To this end, I present you, the viewers, with the images for you to decide!
 
Betty. Richard.  I say you guys rocked the camera - Northcliff hill will never be the same!.

Given the propensity for rain in Gauteng during the summer months, I always, without fail, keep a spare black umbrella in the car. An aesthetically pleasing umbrella, which can be used by the bridal couple during the photography session - should it rain.

Murphy's Law at the first wedding:  I needed the "pretty" umbrella, only to discover I had forgotten to retrieve it from Ursula's car the weekend beforehand.

Here is a sneak peak from Betty's and Richard's wedding (with the back-up midget umbrellas). The full post later this week.