When I turned professional a few years ago, I decided to specialise in the art of capturing people naturally in their natural environments – Natural Environmental Portraiture.
Nothing can be more perfect for us then to capture Caroline on this amazing farm where she grew up. This was the first wedding at Thelema Farm and like Caroline mentioned “no pressure Wil!”. I hope we managed to capture the essence of this beautiful piece of earth and her people at the foot of Simonsberg.
Next time I take my sons to climb the mountain again, I will be sure to approach it from this side with my new contacts Before then though, I’ll be back to buy more of their top wines. I encourage you to do the same – it is top top class!
Thanks Thomas & Caroline for letting me share in this awesome day. Enjoy your photos.

Thank you Lara Schoeman for brilliant assisting the whole year through!

My 200th Full Wedding (heehaaa!) was of this wonderful couple close to my whole family’s hearts. I have known Dawid’s legend family for years and have tapped into their wisdom many times before. This is something I am very grateful for. Franchette and I have shared a few unique experiences like this one. She is a upcoming make up artist (amongst many other creative things) and did a great job at 0200 in the morning for this couple.

Adri and I also have been asked by our church to walk the road with these two in the first couple of years of marriage – a privilege we feel honoured to pursue. I am sure we will learn from one another.

So, here we go – a few more shots from this very special day. Enjoy.

Thank you Natasha Murray or your great assisting help.

I have to salute this couple for their great character.  Apart from being lovely together, they showed their inner strength through out their wonderful day at Forest 44.  Enjoy their fun day below with them.

Thank you to Germinate photographer Anel from assisting for a change.  It was great working with you!

Just a quick look at what is to come.  Soon on the Peartree Blog …

Just a quick look of what will follow on the Peartree Blog soon.

Just a quick taster from last night’s wedding.  See the full post HERE.

Some weddings words just don’t do justice.  This is one of them.  Thanks to Bernt & Natasja for allowing me to guide you with the times for this Knorhoek wedding – as you will see, that made all the difference!  Bernt has only been to a couple of weddings before, but his request was that Natasja and his wedding must NOT be a glorified “huisdans”.  It so wasn’t!  Shoe, I really loved all of this wedding.  So much, I even joined the cigar lounge later the evening!  What a day!  Thanks guys!

Thanks to Natasha Murray for assisting, helping, pics 27 65 67 71 … and for randomly collecting ticks all over her body.  Soooorrry!!

Madelie is one of Elih‘s best friends.  They’ve been sharing loads of adventures together – from playing in the sand to building rockets together!  I must admit it came as a shock to me when Jacques & Annaleen announced that they would be moving for work purposes.

I feel honoured to have had this opportunity to capture them on Morgenhof where Jacques has given so much of his time the past few years.  This is also where both Madelie and Fourie was born, so I am sure they will treasure this time for ever.  Ons is hartseer om julle te sien gaan, maar sien ook uit om te kom kuier by julle nuwe plekkie sommer een van die dae.  Alle voorspoed en baie dankie vir alles wat julle vir ons beteken.  Ons gaan julle regtig mis hier op die Bos.

Just a last mention to Rosie, their adventurous dog.  She was a star during the shoot and deserve the exposure.  Keep making them smile for us wee Rosie!

I am 2.8 yrs old and can see myself in your lens uncle Wil!

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Duncan is a hero / primary school teacher who loves what he does (plus surfing & John Deere tractors … and Anné of course!).  Anné probably loves loads of things, but the 3 that stand out when you meet her is Duncan, her family and photography.  She actually formally studied photography and it was her wish for all her friends to join in the photographic pleasures of her wedding.  Who can blame her – I would have done the same if my best friends were legends in the industry.   There will be thousands of pictures representing their big day – this here is just my attempt of what I witnessed on the day focussing on their passions.

Duncan & Anné – I feel immensely privileged to have been part of your wedding in such an official way.   You are an awesome couple and lovely witness to many.  May God bless your marriage with many more children under your soaring wings.

Dankie aan Jeanne Louw vir assistering en fotos 50 98 en 99.

Just a Quick Taster of the Full Post to follow soon on the Peartree Blog.  Keep watching …