Louise-Mari and Louw tied the knot in her front garden where she grew up on their Malherbe family farm just outside of Robertson. Afterwards a tractor transported all the guests to a hill that overlooked the farm with a gorgeous view. One of their friends treated the spectators with an airshow, which was definitely a highlight. The couple built and laid their own cement dance floor, painted with grey and white stripes that tied in so perfectly with the decor. I loved this line out of Louise-Mari’s speech “Julle sal dans vanaand!” – which brings me to the most hilarious speech I have ever heard. Louise-Mari had everyone in stitches and one that I will probably never forget. That saying “dynamite comes in small packages” rings especially true here. A small lady with a BIG personality. Louw is a gentle soul, a farmer, salt of the earth kinda guy and couldn’t take his eyes of his bride.

Marli Basson (who I love working with) took care of her cousin’s make-up and it was so touching to witness both Marli and Louise-Mari eyes well up with tears when she did the final magic touches. Family & friends came together and contributed with so many aspects that resulted in a true celebration of everyone special and dear to them.

Thank you Louise-Mari and Louw for choosing me to document your magic. May you be blessed in your new life in Piketberg as husband and wife.

Love, Chaz

 

 

 

 

Awesome service providers:

Hair and make-up :: Marli Basson

Dress :: Ilse Roux

Tent :: Tentickle

Catering :: Bourbon Street Restuarant

DJ :: Dirkie Gildenhuys

Videographer :: Boy Meets Girl

Decor Hire :: Flamboijant, HireCo, Floral D’Zign

 

 

 

 

 

I’ve been so lucky to shoot at Beloftebos three times this wedding season. And every time it is a treat. Beloftebos is very close to the quaint little coastal town, Stanford set on the banks of the Paardenberg river. Chloe & Gus said their vows and under the dense old aged Oak trees which is incredibly beautiful. Gus is a gentle giant who you can’t help but have soft spot for, shedding a few tears as he saw Chloe walk down the aisle. Chloe is a gentle soul with the loveliest dimples.

There are too many aspects to this celebration to list which I loved, but here are a few: the laughter, tears, Gus’s brother’s beautiful voice at the first dance, Chloe’s gorgeous dress, the awesome Cheesecake that Chloe’s aunt made. I also loved how Chloe & Gus planted a baby tree during the ceremony to symbolize new growth.

Thank you Chloe & Gus, it was most awesome to photograph you and to document your celebration. Nurture your love and and I wish you endless happiness and growth in your marriage.

And as always huge thank you to Suzette, the best assistant I could ever asked for.

 

Love Chaz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Awesome Service Providers:

Venue :: Beloftebos

Dress :: Kobus Dippenaar

Groom’s suit :: Euro Suit

Shoes :: Nine West

Décor & Flowers :: Angie from My Pretty Vintage

Live Band :: Zero

Ceremony :: Rev James Gray

Videographer: Lynne Franks

Hair and Make up: Eloise Dreyer 

Wedding Cake :: Chloe’s Aunt

 

Roland & Nura’s  love journey sounds like something out of a movie. It touched me from the moment Roland and I started talking about their story. It all started with this e-mail from a mutual friend ::