Khanyi & Sibu's Traditional Wedding | 18 December 2012

Khanyi & Sibu celebrated their traditional wedding just outside Qumbu. The amazing thing about traditional weddings is seeing the amount of respect between the two families and the honour that goes with it.

Generally in the Xhosa culture the white wedding comes first and the traditional wedding comes either the next day or within the next week, depending on the family. Khanyi & Sibu had their white wedding a few days before. I've covered 3 traditional weddings prior to this particular one and every one of them were different, this one stood out for me. From the moment I saw Khanyi she was relaxed and when she walked out of the house where Sibu "fetched" her from, there was this instant glow on both of their faces when they saw each other. Too often the bride lets her nervous get to her and she freezes, not in this case, Khanyi was right at home.

Unfortunately I never got to spend much time with the couple before or after their wedding but I would like to wish them a happy 6 month anniversary and may they continue to be as happy as they were on their big day :)

Décor in the tent

Table Décor

Groom fetching bride from the house, taking her to the tent

Walking down to the tent

Preparation of food

 

Bride and Groom Entering the tent

Bridal Cake and Traditional Dancers

Guests

 

A smile from the bride

 

Introduction of Families

 

 

A unique wedding cake                                    bride and groom cutting the cake

 

 

 Something I admire is that both families gelled perfectly, and that's ideally what everyone searches for from their in-laws.

 

Here's to many more traditional weddings

xoxo

Ayesha

Tashe & Termaine | 11 May 2013

There's something special about covering a matric farewell, taking pictures of matriculants with huge smiles on their faces but with racing hearts. I've done quite a few pre-ball shoots & this one was different, firstly because it was twins, secondly because their family came together to show their love for Tashe & Termaine. The two ladies looked stunning & always had a smile on their faces.

All the best for the remainder of your matric year... have a blast but study hard & make everyone proud :)

 

  Sister sister...

Sisters and their partner

  

Ladies doing the mirror mirror look ;)

Looking cool there

  

 

Felix & Linda's Wedding | 6 April 2013

I've done several weddings which were referred to me from Adiel at Umvini Florist in Mthatha, this being one of them. Adiel and I go back a bit where I've taken some pictures of his amazing work, you can have a look at his work here... https://www.facebook.com/pages/Umvini-Floral-Design-Events-Management-Specialists/161301437287262?fref=ts on their facebook page.

Linda's first words to me as she walked in "Thank God my photographer is a lady, I was so worried" I've noticed that a lot though with my brides (and some of my grooms) they always want to know if I'll be covering the bride's dressing session because they refuse to have a man come into the room. I share the sentiments though on that... for when I do get married hahaha.

Linda and Felix were both one of the most relaxed couples I've photographed, they were simple but all they asked for was beautiful memories and they told me to do whatever I want, they'll follow my instructions. This wedding did however teach me a lot about controlling a huge group of people, there were many, MANY people at this wedding. But all is well that ends well... Below are some pictures from the Eleblu wedding...

 

 

Wedding Rings                                                   Bouquets by Umvini

  

 

The Bride - Linda                                                    The Groom - Felix

The bride and her brides maids

Linda and Felix... officially Mr and Mrs Eleblu

Luncedo & Pumeza's Wedding | 21 March 2013

Pumeza was my second glowing pregnant bride. I hadn't met Pumeza or Luncedo prior to their big day so I wasn't aware that she was pregnant, nevertheless it gave us a few extra pictures which we could take focusing a bit on her tummy.

What stood out for me at this wedding was the programs on the tables, each one had a word representing a relationship on it... there was "Loyalty", "Honesty", "Love", "Respect" & many others. It was unique coz it reminded everyone of the qualities each relationship should have. The reception took place at Khanyisa High School's Hall (Behind Ultra City in Mthatha) where we could take pictures in the little garden just infront of the hall.

I'd like to wish both Pumeza and Luncedo a fruitful marriage and lots of fun times with their soon to be born little precious baby.

 

Bride and Grooms wedding rings                          Brides perfume and earrings 

 

 

The bride and her mother                                  The bride and her daughter

The Groom                                                              The Bride

 

 

Table settings                                                     The wedding cake

 

 

The happily married couple

Phumza Tiya | Modelling Pictures

Phumza called me up and said she would like some pictures taken by a photographer in her home town for her portfolio and she chose me. Phumza has been featured in a number of articles in magazines and was the Face/Brand Ambassador for L'Oreal SA among other titles.

I am proud to do this post today, I've included a few pictures from her photoshoot... a real natural infront of the camera, clearly very professional

 

   

 

 

 

I look forward to many more photoshoots with Phumza and working with more models who exhort such professional qualities... I also look forward to having a few upcoming models who need portfolio's done.