Du Wayne Photography Blog

5 Long Years and Still Going Strong…

Du Wayne — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:46:43 +0000

Today is my birthday. This week is extra special for me, because I am also celebrating the 5th year of my photography business. I started out exhibiting the little work that I had at that time at the Canal Walk Bridal Expo 5 years ago. From there onwards I have never looked back. Over the last 5 years I have build up my business and have grown so much in my photography. They say that most businesses fails within the first 5 year of their exitance. I am truly thankful for having a great photography business that came through a lot of trials to where it is today. I am truly a happy man! I enjoy life and my work! With all the good and the bad that comes with the job, I will not trade it for anything else in the world. Through my photography, I have traveled to new places, met new people and had some awesome experiences. A big THANK YOU goes out to God (the source of my creativity), my wife (Zani), our daughter (Amelie), our families, friends, our church, my photography friends, all my clients (bridal couples) and everyone who has inspired me over the years. I leave you with two pictures that Jean Pierre Uys photographed of me a year ago today on my birthday. Cheers for the last 5 years and cheers for more to come. I can not wait to see where I my photography adventures will take me next…

Workshop of 5

Du Wayne — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:15:29 +0000

I have been working on this concept for a while and I think that it is the right time to reveal it. This is the fifth year of my photography business and I want to give something back to other people. I have been busy putting together content for creative workshop for photographers. I call it: Workshop of 5. Here is a brief outline of this course.

What’s with the name? This is a creative workshop that only 5 photographer can attend. It is easier for people to learn in smaller groups. This way I want to give input to each person attending and see where I can coach & mentor them in their area of needs.

What is the subject matter and who can attend this workshop? I will be teaching from a perspective to being a creative wedding photographer and how to apply this into your business/photography. But most of the principles and concepts can be applied to other fields of photography (like portraiture). So anyone is welcome. You will also need to know a little bit more about photography than just a hobby.

What is the aim of the workshop? To inspire, refresh and send you back with new hope and passion!

How long will the workshop be? This will be a 2-day workshop that will take place over a weekend (Friday & Saturday). I want to include enough time for teaching, applying of knowledge and some time to get to know each other. Part of the workshop will include a photo shoot with bridal models.

The venue, final dates, workshop content and costs will be announced in the near future. The workshop will take place in the middle of the year. If you would like to attend this workshop and would like more information, e-mail me (info@duwayne.co.za) or contact me (+27 83 411 0588). If you know of someone who would like to attend, please forward this link to them or post the link on your facebook page. I can not wait to hear from all of you.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! MORE INFO COMING SOON…

David & Erin’s Wedding at Bloemendal

Du Wayne — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:13:24 +0000

David & Erin got married on the last day of 2009. We started off the day in Hout Bay, traveled to Maitland for the ceremony and ended up at Bloemendal, outside Durbanville. They and their guests partied the rest of the evening into the new year with great tunes and food. Bloemendal is located on the highest hill in the Northern Suburbs and from the top you can view most of the Cape Peninsula. We started out at the bottom of the hill and worked our way up to the top. Here are some of the images that I loved.

Assistant – Theo Schmeisser. Videographers – Digital Shack

Ben & Natasha’s Wedding at Pampoenkraal

Du Wayne — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:27:40 +0000

The union of a Springbok and an All Black. Ben is originally from New Zealand and he met Natasha while she was working there. They decided to get married in South Africa and chose Pampoenkraal, outside Durbanville, as the venue for the big day. They wanted to get married on the beach, but this plan never worked out. So they decided that we should take some pictures on the beach before the ceremony, because they really love the beach. So we hopped into my car, drove to Derde Steen and took a few pictures of them having fun on the beach. The ceremony took place in a little forest at Pampoenkraal where they stood on top of a little hill so that all their gueest could see them. As the sun was setting, it was another great opportunity to photograph them in the fields next to the venue in beautiful natural light. Hope you enjoy the images!

Christoph & Thalia’s Greek Wedding at the Le Vendôme Hotel

Du Wayne — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:38:40 +0000

My first big fat Greek wedding! What a awesome day. The bride, Thalia (Greek) stayed in South Africa until she met the man of her dreams a the 2007 Rugby World Cup in France. Christoph grew up in Paris, France, but also have a bit of Spanish in his blood. Why do I mention these things? Because I love working with people. I try and take a sincere interest in their daily lives to produce better photos for their special day. They got married in the beautiful Greek Orthodox Church in Woodstock, Cape Town. Then we traveled to the Gardens in town to photograph the family and the couple photos. The city was busy that day. It was the Coon Carnival in Cape Town that day and it made traveling almost inpossible to get around. But we managed and finally arrived at Le Vendôme Hotel in Sea Point for their reception. After all the speeches and the main course was finished, the plates came out and the dancing was started. Christoph & Thalia, All of the best for your new life in France. Thank you for the opportunity to photograph your wedding. I had a ball at this wedding and now it is time to reveal the result. Cheers, “Εις υγεία” & “À la vôtre”!

Photography Assistant: Jean Pierre Joubert

My first shot of the new Soccer Stadium for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. It is a beautiful sight and I hope that I can get tickets to see one of the games in Cape Town.

Jean Pierre, my assistant, took this picture of her brother. I love this shot!

Cobus & Louise’s Wedding at Asara

Du Wayne — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:01:44 +0000

Here comes the first wedding post for the week. Cobus and Louise got married at the in the St. Mary’s Church in Stellenbosch and their reception were held at the Asara Wine Estate & Hotel. Louise looked so beautiful in her dress. A marimba band entertained the guest while canapés & drinks were served. I ended off the day with a last few shot of the couple at the bar. There were many beautiful moments at this wedding but I think the shots in the bar were my favorite of the day. Decide for yourself and enjoy the pictures!

Assistant: Theo Schmeisser - Hair & Make-up: Jaypee Malherbe

Kobus’ Little Boy

Glitches on the Blog Sorted Out

Du Wayne — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 07:37:01 +0000

Since I moved over to the new blog, there were a few glitches on this blog that were reported by people who visited the site. All the old posts from my old blog were not displaying any pictures when you visit the archives or any of the categories. This is finally sorted out now! Thank you to everyone who notified me on this matter and waiting patiently for the problem to be fixed. Now you can view all my older post from my old blog.

Jorge & Lariana’s Wedding at Vineyard Hotel

Du Wayne — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:51:36 +0000

Here is wedding post number 2 for the day. Here are some of the great moments captured at Jorge & Lariana’s wedding. Jorge is originally from Angola and Lariana is a local girl. Lariana got ready at the Villa Bantry Bay. The beautiful villa with a combination of the clear blue sky and sea made a stunning backdrop to photograph the bridal shots before the wedding. Their ceremony took place in the Lady of Good Hope Chatolic Church in Sea Point. On the way to the venue we went stopped for some photos in the colourful Bo Kaap. The reception was held at the Vineyard Hotel & Spa in Newlands. Since there were a lot of friends and family from Angola, all the speeches were translated into Portuguese. My favorite shots from the wedding was those photograph in the hotel. Enjoy…

Jon & Alana’s Wedding at Vredenheim

Du Wayne — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:50:39 +0000

I have two weddings to post today and here is the first one. Jon & Alana had their wedding celebration on a hot summer’s day at Vedenheim. A big tent was set up on the lawn to give the guests a nice, cool sheltered environment. All the guest received a tin full of pink and silver M&M sweets with their initials printed on the one side and the wedding date on the other. Here are some of my favorite shots. Assistant – Theo Schmeisser.

Look what I found in the side of the tent…

Will & Kate’s Couple Shoot

Du Wayne — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 07:17:17 +0000

I met Will and Kate at beach in Llandudno for a couple session before they head back home to the UK. They were here in South Africa on vacation visit family and to plan their wedding that will take place in 2011 at Molenvliet. Because the tide came in, we hopped around from rock to rock to get to nice spots. I really love the beach at Llandudno. It is just one of many beautiful spots along our coastline. Here are some of the images of the day.