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This is going to be a mammoth post and I’m not talking the woolly kind! Kristi and AJ’s West Coast wedding at the stunning Strandkombuis restaurant on the dunes was amazing! A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!! Surfers to the core, this could not have been a more perfectly chosen spot. Beaches, dunes, salt pans, rustic luxury, relaxed elegance, decor details to die for and the best fish soup this side of Paris – in fact Parisians will be calling for that recipe. So many elements of their day were specially crafted over evenings of many a glass of wine (so I’m told ) with their wedding genius bridesmaids, Kim and Kate of Wedding Concepts fame. Their attention to detail really shone through, even down to the fact that since they got engaged they have been collecting driftwood which AJ made into the menu board below as well as the huge hand-crafted wooden heart behind their table. Dedication and creativity hand in hand.

Kristi and AJ, I’m so delighted that you chose me to share such a perfect day and I am totally blown away by your zesty ‘take life and make it’ attitude. My crystal ball predicts so many happy years ahead for you two!

PS: check out Kristi and AJ’s ‘Love About Town‘ engagement shoot

I am just going to warn you now – this is a pretty huge post! What a wedding Sandy and Kevin had! If I was going to describe it with one word I’d use RAIN! But that really is too simplistic – their day was full to the brim with so much family, happy busyness and lots and lots of love! Friends flew in from all over the world to celebrate their momentous wedding and Kevin and Sandy’s exquisite wine farm South Hill in Elgin couldn’t have been a more perfect venue – even in the rain! Emma and Gordon from ‘Gordon Manuel @the Venue‘ managed to pull off wonders with their incredible and frankly super-human powers of organisation in the most trying conditions – and of course Gordon’s food… what can I say except cuisine of the Gods – not to sound too dramatic about it . The lovely flowers, decor and cakes were done by Sandy and family with special mention to Sandy’s mom for the exquisite wedding cake. Sandy and Kevin, your loved ones said it again and again on the day – you two are so perfect for each other and I hope this was a day to remember for you both. Enjoy the photos…

OK, so I know this is a longer post than usual, but I just can’t help myself – I mean look at all the colour!! This gorgeous, eye-popping wedding was the joining together of two special people who have known each other since she was 16! They have two BEAUTIFUL kids together which, I think, made this day all the more memorable – what a wonderful thing to be part of your own parents’ wedding? So special. Deb put the most amazing amount of effort into this colourful celebration and along with her super-lovely sister Kenda and the genius team at Elgin Weddings they pulled off something incredibly unique Enjoy the pics…

Amazing speeches, flowing champagne, delicious dinner and a whole lot of dancing = Good times!!! All set to music by the fabulous Preston of On Cue Music.

From the first time Jen, Warren and I started talking about the feel of the wedding photography they were after, the word ‘Farm’ kept coming up again and again. Jen is one of the chefs heading up the duo of talent that makes Zest Catering the success it is, and this great little company runs off the Beaumont Wine Farm nestled in cosy Bot River town. Warren has worked at select high-end game farms like Londolozi and Grumeti (among other amazing things he has done, including being a paramedic and wildlife photographer!), and they both felt very strongly that they wanted their wedding to be natural and honest. Warren got ready at the nearby Wildekrans Bed and Breakfast – a stunning little guesthouse chock full of quirky art and breathtaking scenery! Jen got ready at the Millhouse on the farm which is an original building set against a working watermill that has been lovingly restored back to life. Warren has firm Scottish roots and the kilt and accessories were a very important part of the ceremony – love the purple!! Jen’s hair was done by her expert hairdresser friend Lanica and the make-up by her gorgeous sister Ashleigh. The whole day was organised with exquisite precision by the amazing Kim Werner of Wedding Concepts and all flowers were beautifully put together by Elgin Weddings.

I grew up on a farm and this is my ideal type of wedding to shoot – beautiful, intimate and relaxed. Enjoy the photos!

Too beautiful, lovely Tam!