The backdrop in a studio isn’t necessarily the most comfortable place for most people. Most people, are quite intimidated by it, and do not know how to pose naturally. The camera has way of picking up anything artificial or pretentious, and will see when someone is forcing a smile, or their shoulders are in a stiff pose. We try and do everything that we can to make our clients comfortable in front of the camera, and our clients become our friends. In the while we spend with them, we get to form a bond, and something special is exchanged, as people now had to trust you with their image, and that you will make them look fantastic.

With our boudoir and nude-shoots, we get ladies of all ages coming to see how it all works, and we get to surprise them every time. We play with lighting and poses, and guide our “models” to pose in a way that is natural for them, and we see and judge what will work best for them, as we ultimately want to provide our clients with a quality product that they can be proud to show off, and feel comfortable with.

We urge anyone interested in having great photos taken of them, to try our style out at Louise Diesel Photography studio; we treat every shoot with sensitive care, and understand the concerns many women have about how they want to look on photos. Working with people, is a privilege as it opens one up to new boundaries and make you see how different we all are, that we all have different stories to tell, and we as photographers get to have the great opportunity to capture all of life’s stages.

Yolandi Jacobsz & Riani Labuschagne 

Sensual boudoir photos

It’s interesting to think we all started off as small, tiny babies, who also couldn’t talk or walk at some point, having our parents make a fuss over us, and our grandparents even more so. A brand new newborn baby is the sweetest thing, and they have such amazing characteristics, one just has to take photos of it. Babies tend to lose that newborn look after awhile, they grow at a rapid rate and fill out becoming chubby and adorable.

We are very blessed to have formed some amazing bonds with the families of small babies who had comes for shoots over the years, as they are some of our clients who’ll always keep on coming back to visit us. Babies turn into cute little toddlers, and it’s amazing to see how the family’s dynamic has changed, and it’s time for a new shoot again.

We understand that babies rule the world, and therefore we do almost everything but stand on our heads to get your little one to smile. The whole shoot, should be an enjoyable experience for the whole family, something to remember, and we keep the atmosphere relaxed and calm, as we enjoy ourselves as well. We are in the wonderful, blessed position to have our passion, be our living careers and we pour that into everything we do at the studio.

We ensure that you’ll enjoy your shoot at Louise Diesel Photography studio, so bring your stunning newborn, so that we can capture their special entrance into the world.

Yolandi Jacobsz & Riani Labuschagne

 Photos of newborn babies

When we were little, every now and again, my Mother would bring out our albums, and we would sit and remember old times, great times and times that were. You could see how we grew as kids, and the small, and big milestones that had been captured. With so many events that form part of the journey of your life, having photos taken of it, is a great idea to remember it all by. Louise Diesel Photography studio is very equipped to photograph all sorts of functions, be it 21^st birthday parties, year-end functions, corporate events, weddings, etc.

We use high-end cameras that are able to handle low-lighting situations, as are mostly the cases with events that are held in the evenings, and e make sure to capture all the little details that had taken careful planning. Many parties or events have a theme or a certain look, or entertainment performers for the guests, and all of that took some planning to add to the atmosphere.

We had photographed quite a few 21^st birthday parties that had a photo booth going, which is a great idea to have people take relaxed, fun photos. The hosts can supply some props, and the guests enjoy getting dressed up in them and taking fun, casual and even some silly photos. If you had gone to so much trouble planning such a special event, go the extra mile and get professional photographers to capture your event’s essence.

Yolandi Jacobsz & Riani Labuschagne

Professional event photos

When one gets the chance to travel, it is nothing else than very exciting. That so many cultures still stay the way they are, with their own unique way of dress, how and what they eat, and their specific characteristics that make them unique in what they bring to world – are able to keep those characteristics sacred, is amazing. When you think of certain places, you think of certain things about those places that are unmistakably their own. Louise and Ryan Diesel, and a few of their close friends, had the chance to travel to South America, to see Peru and Argentina. They had the wonderful opportunity to climb Ausangate and see the wonder of Machu Picchu.

When you travel, you are most likely to visit places that are very touristy, and that have been photographed by thousands of people. If you have the luxury of time try and use your time wisely by getting the right time of day to photograph. Weather permitting; you can use the sunset and the wonderful colours that give, to your advantage for striking images with bursts of colour. Right in the middle of the day, is when the sun sits high in the sky, creating very few dramatic shadows, and lighting the sky to a very bright white, it doesn’t make for the best time to shoot.

When you think of Argentina, you think of tango, and Louise and Ryan had the amazing opportunity to tango, and enjoy the city of the famous Evita Peron. It’s a lively city with its famous light blue- and white flag, and provides amazing shooting opportunities. Always keep the camera nearby when travelling; it’s the one chance to capture your life’s memories as you have had the chance to see it through different eyes.

Yolandi Jacobsz, Riani Labuschagne & Louise Diesel

Professional Photography

We periodically get a lot of enquiries about modeling- or profiles shoots. Many people then quickly say, but they aren’t a model, we should please just be aware of that. Having a portfolio shoot done, is more about taking lovely photos of yourself, than trying to be a supermodel, who has had years of training to pose perfectly, and gets agents who run their lives from the one shoot, or runway to the next, and that basically their life, so they are very good at what they do. But all of us want to see ourselves displayed in an amazing way, and the way to do that, is by having a stunning portfolio shoot, without feeling pressured into knowing you’re not really a trained model. Many of the “models” that we get to shoot, are trying it for the first time, and also needs good guidance from the photographer into what will work well in the image, and not have the image look fake or forced. Even though it is “posed” to a degree, we want to show a natural shape of the body, as the camera tends to immediately pick up in clutched hands, stiff shoulders or a forced smile.

When you work with light, you obviously have are working on the subject it is falling onto, and the on the subject is where you will see exactly what shape it creates, or where it gives you highlight and shadow detail. Therefore we shift the lights in the studio, numerous times, as putting it in a different angle, will give you different effect each time. We understand the blind trust that goes into wanting to look your best, and having that in the hands of someone else. At Louise Diesel Photography, we always strive to give you the best product imaginable, and gorgeous photos that you can be proud of, if even not an experienced model.

Yolandi Jacobsz & Riani Labuschange

Model Portfolio Photography

Few things come close to the splendor, and magical feel of a wedding day. Many of these couples have been together for years or have know each other for quite some time, and on the wedding day, still some nerves seem to float around. The thought of having to take such a big step and that THIS is now the moment can overwhelm one. But then we have seen so many couples, just melting into the whole relaxed union of their promise, when they see each other. A bride looks extremely beaming and happy, and a groom looks so proud he could almost burst. At that moment nothing else matters for them, but each other, let alone who is standing in the wings capturing all of it happening. We had done a few weddings to know, that most couples love the relaxed, non-posed look, where the feeling is casual and not stiff and forced. We always try and get that mood going while we are shooting, so that you can only remember your big day as one of the best. For photographers, being in tune to what the couple is doing and reacting towards each other, and being aware of the surroundings and little nooks and spaces to use where we can photograph beautiful images, is all part of what makes us professional.

Many months of planning went into a wedding, and on that day, the euphoric feeling makes for a zoned-in image of only your husband- or bride to be. So we always go around, and photograph all sorts of small details, beautiful smiles, little giggles, and precious moments. Trust your wedding into the hands of the photographers at Louise Diesel Photography, The Real Life Studio.

Yolandi Jacobsz & Riani Labuschagne

Wedding Photography

We are excited to announce that Louise Diesel Photography is moving premises!!

After renting our studio in Michelle Avenue, Randhart for 2 years,  we have purchased our very own studio just 2 blocks away!

Our new address will be: 18 Leipoldt Street, Randhart (just off Michelle Avenue)

From the 1^st of October 2011

Louise Diesel Photography has grown so much in the last 2 years thanks to our valued clients and their families, as well as our inspired team of photographers, admin and marketing staff behind the scenes.

Our new premises will allow for even more growth with 2 big, modern studios and space for a third when the need arises. It has ample and secure parking and is conveniently located just off the highway for easy access.

Our goal is to open a second studio in the North in 2013!

We are very grateful to all our clients for their loyal support and look forward to many years of capturing special memories together!!

Lookout for our open day celebrations and specials…. coming soon!!

Louise Diesel, Yolandi Jacobsz and Riani Labuschagne

Professional Photography