I am really grateful to each and every person who helped me through this month long process, all the advice (and telling me what not to buy)  I really and truly do appreciate everyone’s input   This is a big step for me and I am so happy to finally have a car of my own which is beautiful enough to be photographed and added into my portfolio without people asking me what kind of car it is.

So watch this space for some amazing car photography by a car photographer in Johannesburg!!!

Riani

Today’s blog is all about the essence of photography…  Take a close look at this photo and the one below:  Which one do you like the most and why?  I know that the natural gives both that little something extra, and I am not 100% sure myself if I prefer the pensive look or the laughter shared between these two girls.  This goes to show you how versatile photography is.  Beauty truly is in the ey of the beholder!

Being a photographer I have realised that the essence of photography is natural lighting as seen above.  The girls were sitting next to a big window on the staircase and the light filtering through from the late afternoon sun certainly is what makes this photo so fabulous.  Whatever subject matter you are photographing try and incorporate the natural light, this will give bring out the contours of your subject’s face (in this case it highlights their eyes and their smiles.  If you think the essence of photography trluy lies in some other aspect of this wonderful artistic medium, please feel to contribute…

Riani

Family Photographer Johannesburg

Finding the perfect family photographer in Johannesburg is as easy as one two three.  If you are reading this blog you have already stumbled upon a top photographer in johannesburg.  Family means a lot to us and this is what we try and highlight in our family photos.

The bond you share with your family, the silly things you laugh about, the cray sayings and funny faces, all comes from holiday memories and family fun.  The trick is in capturing all of this in a creative way.  With the use of interactive posing we guide you through a fun filled family photoshoot which once it’s over, you will remember for the rest of your life

So bring your family along to our studio, (doesn’t matter if you are a family of 2 – plus your dog – or a big Afrikaans family of 15 people) come share in a day of fun with our creative photographers to experience what memories are made of…

Riani

Family Photographer in Johannesburg

Looking for a new space to be the image of your photography studio can be stressful and Louise and I have been looking for spaces for over 8 months before we found this space.  I remember walking into the building, looking at Louise and just feeling very excited at all the possibilities this building coud create for us.  The studio is a really great size (not exactly what I was looking form but as a professional photographer in johannesburg we know how to make things work   )

This is a part of the reception area, very eye catching and I remember thinking how beautiful it looked   I was kind of opposed to the whole red wall thing in the beginning (out of my comfort zone) but once I saw the wall dipslaying these beautiful photos everything just clicked into place…

And finally, the heart of it all.  The actual photographic studio is a really big, almost square, room with cupboards running all along the one side (ideal for props and lighting equipment.  We are finally settled in our studio and would love to hear your opinion or even for you to come and visit s at 101 Michelle Avenue, Meyersdal / Randhart, South of JHB.  Our photographic studio in johannesburg is also available to photographers who hires a studio to do their shooting in.  For more info contact us on 011 869 7759 or email me on riani@louisedieselphotography.co.za

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What is the first thing that comes to mind when I say Miss SA teen?  A young vibrant girl with a outgoing smile and friendly face.  Being Miss SA teen is described as “Miss SA Teen inspires the youth of South Africa to dream big, she is a positive role model who cares deeply about her country and is a passionate and driven young woman.”  So there you have it. 

How do you portray all of this in a two photos?  (A close-up head and shoulders and a full length photo)  You need to find a Miss Teen SA photographer in Johannesburg who has an idea of what your photos need to look like.  The entrants need to look like a typical teenager but a little dressed up.  Make-up wise I would recommend to go for a light foundation and natural looking lipstick (almost a gloss of sorts) this will give you that fresh faced look.

Entering the Miss Teen SA competition is all about self-confidence and leadership.  You need to be the face and role model for all teenagers in South-Africa.   Show them just what can be done and how to do it.  As you can see having a good photographer take your photos is of the utmost importance.  You have to feel comfortable in their presence which will ensure that you are relaxed and laughing all the way through.  Closing date for submissions is 5 August so dont delay…

Riani

Miss Teen SA photographer Johannesburg

If you saw this magazine on the shelf, would you buy it just to know how to bake or where to buy some of this delectable cheese-cake?  I certainly would!  And this is exactly what food photography is all about.  Taking photos of food to advertise it.  Whenever we go out to a restaurant I always look at the photos first and then order my food (maybe it’s because I’m a photographer)  but it goes to show you that the photos of your product makes a big impact when done professionally.

Beiing a food photographer in Johannesburg I have taken photos of food at coffee shops like Second Cup and exclusive hotels like The Raddison in Sandton.  The location where you photograph the food should have a lot of natural lighting and you are good to go.  The most important aspect when taking photos of food is to make sure your lighting is perfect.  Not tioo many highlights blowing out, but ensure that you reflect light into the more darker areas too.

It sounds like something of an art doesn’t it?  Well it is an artform of sorts.  Patience is key, when setting up for your shot use a plate of similiar size to your dish and try and get your lighting as close to perfect as you can.  Remember that your camera should normally be viewing the food at a 45 – 50 degree angle (this is the viewpoint from which we normally see food)  For more information as well as tips contact us on info@louisedieselphotography.co.za or give us a call on 011 869 7759

Riani

Food photographer Johannesburg

I would love to know what she was thinking about at that exact moment…  Little babies are just the most beautiful things in the world!!!  I have been a Johannesburg baby photographer for more than three years and still find it absolutely exciting when I know my next client is one of these little angels. 

When taking photos of babies I would recommend that you fit your photoshoot into their routine.  I baby who is tired will NOT smile at you even if you are standing on your head, so keep this in mind.  Keep some “noisemaking” toys in your studio to grab their attention when they are tired of everyone’s faces and you might just get a few more award-winning smiles.

One more thing I have learnt with photographing babies is a few English nursery rhymes (I am Afrikaans) as they all love music and if you are able to sing a familiar song to them they will sometimes participate by clapping their hands while smiling and “dancing”…

Riani 

Johannesburg baby photographer