You know that you are heading out to the Vaal from Johannesburg when you see the Boswell Wilkie tent on the left hand side from the R59. I always watch out for that – and the traffic cops that always tend to stand at the same point for some strange reason – or not. It’s in the Vaal where you will find one of South Africa’s natural icons, namely the Vaal river and its next to this great constant stream of water that Christo and Liezl decided totie the knot. I looked forward to this one as I knew I had another awesome couple to work with in a cool location. The day started out pretty hot and as the afternoon arrived the weather looked like as if it had ordered a bunch of heavy clouds that would sprinkle a few whenever no one was paying attention. I think I may have raised an eyebrow for a second on the first few drops, but I knew I had the Riverside Lifestyle Resort in reserve just next to the ceremony tent incase the weather turned mean. For the main shoot Christo and Liezl just turned it up and dialed it in for some über cool moments for me to capture. Even with my more-or-less directions they made it look so easy. As history would repeat the day’s events: lots rain did come and go, a massive celebration was had and I had a great time capturing it all. I am also of the opinion that Christo and Liezl may have just used the best MC I have ever seen. Again, true story.
As a wedding photographer I can be quite fickle as to who I allow to assist me at my weddings (if at all), but for this wedding I once more was lucky enough to be assisted by fellow photographer Corinna Tannian. Groovy!
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by Hannes
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