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Rene & Tinus's Wedding at Casa Toscana Pretoria

11/17/2013

Rene and Tinus are such a wonderful couple, incredibly loving and very camera shy! They planned their wedding in just a few short weeks after falling in love with the beautiful reception room at Casa Toscana Lodge in Pretoria.

From the exquiste gown designed by Ahmed, to the stunning decor this wedding was perfect ... well actually almost perfect! Thank goodness while photographing Tinus's details, I discovered his new shoes were both right shoes, and we had just enough time to buy him a new pair.

When Marcia and I were capturing this perfect couple getting ready, the only concern they had was for each other, and I know that this is a match made in heaven. What a beautiful wedding, the bride and groom look so happy together, and I would really like to thank the suppliers (listed below) for helping them pull off such a lovely day, and to Marcia, my friend and mentor for being my assistant for the day!

To Rene and Tinus, it was a pleasure meeting you and working with you. With such a spark and love between you two I know that you will have the best life together filled with great journeys and loads of happiness.

Love
Chantal and Marcia
XXX

Rene & Tinus Wedding - Casa Toscana

Venue:                     Casa Toscana Lodge Pretoria
Wedding Gown:    Ahmed
Make-up:                 Maralize van Wyk
Hair:                           Juan - 084 426 6420

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Ginger Love - Carrie & Greg's E-shoot

10/16/2013

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I first met Carrie and Greg at the Oakfield Farm Expo at the beginning of the year, and we had an instant connection. They are such a beautiful young couple, and I just love them to bits! I am super excited for their Wedding in December.

It was a beautiful afternoon, with heavy threatening clouds when Chris and I met Carrie and Greg at the Meyersdal Nature Estate in Johannesburg South for their E-shoot. While we prayed for the rain to stay away, we bundu bashed a bit and found the perfect spot for the shoot. The wildlife watched us from a distance and we were even treated with a rainbow for a few minutes. I just love this shoot, it is difficult to believe that we were in the middle of the city as it is such a beautiful and nature filled place.

Carrie told me a few things about their love story, and I just have to share ... it shows how they were just destined to be together, a perfect ginger pair!

Our story begins at Alberton High School. We were both in the same school year, but never attended the same classes. I definitely noticed him though and coincidentally one of my friends even suggested that he could be my future husband. Following from graduating from matric, our lives took different paths and we lost contact. Fast forward six years and we found ourselves befriending each other on Facebook. Our story could make a great case study for social media love stories!

After a few weeks of virtual flirting, we found ourselves on a first date. The date was pretty spontaneous and we wished that the evening wouldn't end. We haven’t looked back since; although Greg will tell you a more romantic story of how we met by reaching out for the same can of Coca Cola in France.

In December 2012 , after being together for four years,we decided to have a well deserved holiday in the Drakensburg. One day we went on a hike. The mountains were magnificent and the sky was a beautiful pink and orange hue. On top of that we were surrounded by wild horses! To my surprise, he surprised me with a beautiful engagement ring and proclaimed 'Marry'.

Our wedding day is now set for December 2013 and we cannot wait to be married. It’s not very often that two gingers tie the knot!

Carrie & Greg

Carrie & Greg - E-shoot - Meyersdal Nature Estate

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Christine & Charles - Their Wedding day

9/15/2013

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I am truly blessed to have the best career in the world ... I love what I do and I certainly love my clients! This couple, Christine and Charles are definitely a very special couple. I can't believe they pulled off this incredible event in only 10 weeks. Both are busy professionals, but they were so organised and calm through out the whole planning process.

It was a chilly start to the morning of the 29th of June, when Chris and I started to photograph the stunning decor at Casalinga for this wedding. Simple elegance is how I would describe the tables, with such intricate and delicate detail. I am so in love with the orchids from Anro Farm, that were strategically placed in the table arrangements. They really added so much colour and beauty to the arrangements. While Chris went off to photograph Charles and the best men getting ready, I got to meet up with the ladies who seemed very calm while sipping on champagne. All of the bridesmaids as well as Christine's make up was flawless, and done by the very talented Kate Grace. As Christine slipped into her wedding gown, I think she took everyones breathe away. She was a truly stunning bride and Charles is a very lucky man!

After a beautiful ceremnoy that had almost the entire church brushing tears away (including me!) the day ended off with the father of the groom telling numerous jokes and funny stories that set the tone for a fun evening. I heard after the wedding that many people dont remember much after the dinner as it ended up being a crazy and massive party. A very fitting end to a special day!

To Charles and Christine, it was amazing to have met you, and you are just the perfect couple. Everyone can see the love that shines between the two of you and I wish you every thing of the best for the future. You deserve your happily ever after and I am sure that you will have it. From Chris and I, we both loved every minute of your Wedding Day and we are very honoured you chose to allow us to capture it.

Here is a peak at their wonderful day and the fantastic suppliers are listed below.

Christine & Charles' Wedding - Casalinga Ristorante

The Suppliers for Christine and Charles' wedding are:
Wedding Venue: Casalinga Ristorante, Muldersdrift
Wedding Gown: Bride & Co
Flowers: Anro Farm
Make-up: Kate Grace
Hair: Denise

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