With all life’s hardships, love is the only thing we can hold on to, that could all of it together. And to have it etch into pictures, of a couple shoot that the two of you can have together, is the best gift to give yourself, and one another. For the whole of February, there will be 20% discount on all couple shoots booked and paid for.

We’d love the capture some of the bond you share as a couple, in our own way, so we urge you to be unique, and to bring props of something of that is a symbol of who you are. You maybe both share a love for music and guitar playing, or you share a dog, or you share a love for travelling and have some artifacts of your trips. It’s all about who you are, and what you represent, and we won’t find it strange if a romantic man wants to propose in the studio – it has happened before!

There is one month in a year dedicated to the indulgence of the sweet nothings that love between two in-love people represents, and it’s almost February and almost Valentine’s Day. So enjoy a discounted couple shoot, which would be the perfect gift for that person you adore.

Yolandi Jacobsz

Couples valentines special

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

The Boudoir photoshoot was done very professionally. Riani’s calm and content personality makes you feel relaxed and confident with her ongoing compliments. Music was playing in the background which lets the energy flow as you start to relax and wonder into the beauty of your soul.

She gives easy guidance to poses, outfits and lighting to create the best masterpiece of every photo she takes. The studio itself was very private and stunning. It was a very fun photoshoot which I didn’t want to end. You are guaranteed leaving with more confidence. The end product is gorgeous, classy photos with very natural editing and a warm ambient feel.

Ladies, give yourself the gift of releasing your inner goddess – to use your photos as a Valentine’s gift is only an added bonus!
Thanx Louise Diesel Photography for this memorable experience!
- Megan Brandt -

Lifestyle family portraits is exactly that, portraits which fits into your lifestyle.  It is about photos that show your family as they really are.  Piggy backing, ballet dancing, karate poses and all!

For a lifestyle family shoot to really work you need to throw all your pre-photoshoot ideas and worries out of the window.  Think of the wackiest poses ever… something  like every person should play a musical instrument, enjoy and viola!  Beautiful images which portray the fun carefree side of your “crazy” family

I did this photoshoot for the “S” family and I was told before hand that there will be loads of people (which I am definitely used to, having a massive family myself)  I felt right at home amidst the chaos

They approached the family portrait session very open-minded (which as I said contributes a lot to having amazing photographs)  Everyone took their shoes off, rolled up their sleeves and just jumped right into the shoot (and onto each other’s backs)

We had a teriffic time shooting the most beautiful relaxed family photos that Saturday.  What I love is the feeling which the photos portray.  They are all so unique and funky like the family unit in the photo.

So if you are looking for the ideal family christmas present look no further.  Phone today and book your lifestyle family photoshoot!

Riani

Pregnancy is one of the “big milestones” in a woman’s life.  Just like your matric farewell and getting married…

A photoshoot gift voucher is the ideal gift for any occasion.  Do you really remember what you looked like when you were pregnant?  Pregnancy photos has now started to evolve into something of an art.  Lots of people get one or two of these photos of their belly printed onto canvas (for a more arty feel) and hang them all over the house.

I know it is daunting to show your growing belly to a perfect stranger and have them photograph it and that is exactly why we take extra special care to make you feel comfortable including playing soothing background music to get you into the right mood to get your tummy photographed.  Have you ever listened how everyone agrees that pregnant women are beautiful, it is because they have a certain glow which can only be ascribed to becoming a mother.

I once read somewhere that stretchmarks from pregnancy should be considered to be the equal of “military stripes” but for moms.  Let me share a secret with you, I have this magic wand (in photoshop) which I am sure you will just love.  Together with my magic wand, professional lighting and warm personality I will ensure that you look your most radiant (and stretch mark free)  in your maternity photos.  We have a crew of female photographers who are perfectly attuned to you and how you feel about the child growing in your womb.

Here is what A thought of her photoshoot:”

I’d never thought of doing pregnancy photos until I came across Louise’s website. The thought of having a complete stranger take photos of my naked belly was just too daunting for me. Against my better judgment I decided to do the photoshoot anyway. I was met by Riani at the gate, whom I think could sense my hesitation and made me feel soo comfortable with myself, my growing belly and the entire experience. My husband was even more anxious than I was, but Riani really capture the essence of who we are & the transformation that was taking place in our lives.I look at the photos now & feel proud to have gone through this experience as Riani capture the essence of my pregnancy. I would strongly recommend that every couple that is expecting to do this not only for themselves but for their children to appreciate in the years to come.”

What I am trying to say is that you shouldn’t miss out on this beautiful opportunity which you will cherish forwever.  As this is the beginning of a new chapter of your life filled with possibilities!

Riani

The miracle of pregnancy never ceases to amaze me…  I meet with pregnant women all the time to photograph their evergrowing tummies and everyone is beautiful in their own way There is just something about them which I can’t put into words.  I don’t really think guys neccesarily feel the same about it but then they are men and we appreciate them for all the other things they are.  My mother once told me that when she was pregnant with one of the four of her children, she used to climb into the bath and put some water in her belly button,  then she talked to the unborn baby who would start kicking and splash the water out of her belly button.I mean how amazing is that?!  I remember when my sister in law was pregnant with the twins they used to kick her “under the ribs” and then she would come to my room where I was fiddling with the guitar and they would just relax, probably listening to the music.  I like to believe that the swell of your tummy is the promise of a new life and tons of potential   I once read :”The decision to have a child is enormous, it is to decide to have your heart walk outside of your body for the rest of your life” 

Riani

We are happy to announce that we now also stock Transcend 710C digital photo frames   We had tens of ladies enquiring about these digital photo frames so we decided to source them.

Let me quickly explain what a digital photo frame consists of.  It is a see through frame with a 7″ screen in the middle which can be made to stand as a landscape or portrait frame.  Some of these digital photoframes, such as the Transcend 710C comes with a built in memory, so you can just upload your photos into the device or you can upload the photos onto your flashdisk and just plug it into the USB port and have your photos viewed from there.  Our digital photo frame also comes with a few unique features.  As seen in this photo it has a built in calendar and just switches between your photos on the one side.  It aslo comes with a built in alarm clock and can even play music of your chioce in line with your photographs.  What a special mother’s day gift this would make…

These digital photo frames are the ideal mother’s day gift.  They come in different sizes and colours.  You’ll never have to get bored with the same old photo over and over again.  I’m even considering buying one for mother’s day and one for father’s day.

Riani