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Waiting for my new blog and website!

2010-09-29T08:55:00.001+02:00

Hi there!
Just a note to everybody waiting for their posts. (I know there is over 20 posts and 4 weddings waiting;-)...I have decided to wait for my new blog and website before revealing my work of the past 2 months. I will inform everybody when the site launches!! I am super excited about the new site, but all good things comes to those who wait.
tara!
Estie

Niel, Manda and little Princess

2010-08-20T13:25:00.001+02:00

After photographing their pregnancy...we did this newborn photoshoot in the beautiful Franschhoek estate.

Janine and Janco: my beautiful sister and her son

2010-08-20T10:34:00.001+02:00

My sister had her son about two weeks ago and of coarse I took some pics. Janco is a beautiful little boy and his two older sisters enjoy having a baby brother to play with!! A real life doll!!

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Wedding Preview: Hennie en Karien

2010-08-19T11:20:00.001+02:00

Me at work!

2010-08-19T07:44:00.000+02:00

Oeps... I love reflections...and while concentration on getting the couple in focus, I caught myself! Funky self portrait...;-)

Heidi and Morne

2010-08-19T07:07:00.001+02:00

Micheal and Madel

2010-08-18T22:25:00.000+02:00

Lunt Family

2010-08-18T21:45:00.001+02:00

Phillip and Tracy

2010-08-18T20:54:00.000+02:00

Hennie and Karien

2010-08-18T20:32:00.000+02:00

Hello!

2010-08-16T09:59:00.000+02:00

Hi everybody.

You've probably been thinking why my blog is so quiet and my webpage is so empty!! Well, firstly I got 'n new computer.....so I first had to figure out how it works with all the new programs!! (very exciting...;-). So the weddings and other shoots I did in the meanwhile will be posted asap... Secondly the web designers are working on my new webpage and blog....so I've removed all my old photos from my old site and the new webpage will hopefully be up and running soon.

About availability, I am either fully booked, or traveling overseas till end of March, but If you do have an enquiry about a wedding please feel free to contact me since I can refer you to a good photographer or two. Details about my new site will be posted here....so watch this space!!!

Estie

Christiaan and his princesses

2010-07-23T11:15:00.001+02:00

Huegunot House in Franchhoek

2010-07-23T10:41:00.000+02:00

Andre, Esthea and Ella

2010-07-23T10:26:00.001+02:00

Arno and Michelle and their little miracle

2010-07-14T14:27:00.000+02:00

Arno and Michelle's little girl had to undergo hart surgery only a couple of days after she was born. But at 11 weeks she is healthy and strong en soooo pretty!

I'm back!

2010-07-09T08:45:00.001+02:00

Hi all fabulous people out there!

I am back and well-rested after my holidays with NO cellphone! NO internet! NO emails! With the last six months of this year ahead, I have butterflies all over with excitement about all the events planned and new changes in my life and business. I am working on my new blog and in the process of updating my (VERY OUTDATED) webpage...... With my baby due in September, moving house in August and still another 20 weddings to do before the year ends...this is going to be a very busy second-half....!

Good luck you all of you (and Holland....;-))).

Estie

End of Season!!!!

2010-06-18T18:55:00.000+02:00

Yes, the wedding season has come to an end for me, and before it starts with a BANG!! in August, I am taking leave. I did my bit attending two soccer games.....did the whole vuvuzela and flag-thing...but now I'm heading for the quiet Namibia with the love of my life, my little three-year-old-handsome and some great friends! Thank you all for supporting me through the past 10 months of busyness. I love my job, and I'm already looking forward to the next season.

Take care...

Estie

xxx

Wedding: Martin and Robyn

2010-06-18T18:49:00.005+02:00

Pregnancy: Coenraad and Liezl

2010-06-17T16:33:00.001+02:00

Wedding: Werner and Elzette

2010-06-17T16:00:00.002+02:00

Werner and Elzette tied the knot in Paarl at Kronenburg Wedding venue. This was my last wedding of a very busy wedding season....and after power-cuts in the morning (that delayed Elzette's hair-appointment! ) we were rewarded with a perfect autumn day.

Engagement shoot: Werner and Elzette

2010-06-15T14:26:00.001+02:00

Wedding: Laurence and Abbey

2010-06-14T13:06:00.000+02:00

Laurence and Abbey are from the UK and had a LOVELY wedding at Kanu wine estate in Stellenbosch. This was one of my favorite weddings of the year so far with a totally crazy wedding party! Loved it!

Pregnancy: Esthea

2010-06-14T11:15:00.000+02:00

Wedding: Deon and Jo-Mari

2010-06-14T10:48:00.000+02:00

Wedding preview: Werner and Elzette

2010-06-10T08:09:00.000+02:00

Wedding: Vuyo and Phelisa

2010-06-09T16:25:00.000+02:00

I met the lovely Phelisa a couple of months ago and what a blessing! Vuyo and Phelisa's wedding was held at the beautiful ASARA estate in Stellenbosch and no stone was left unturned for this occasion. Thank your asking me to be a part of your day!

Niel and Manda

2010-06-03T08:46:00.000+02:00

Waldo, Innike and Christiaan

2010-06-02T14:44:00.000+02:00

Coenraad and Marietjie

2010-06-02T14:01:00.002+02:00

Engagement shoot: Martin and Robyn

2010-06-02T13:42:00.000+02:00

Robyn had an idea of where their engagement-session would be even before she booked me for the wedding! When we did the session almost a year later...I could see why. She wanted the session to be in their old family home (which is in ruins now) on the farm where she grew up. It made a lovely backdrop for the engagement photos!

Pietie and Christelle

2010-06-02T12:52:00.001+02:00

Suretha Lourens and......TWINS!!!

2010-06-02T12:14:00.000+02:00

wedding preview: Martin and Robyn

2010-06-01T21:19:00.000+02:00

wedding preview: Vuyo and Phelisa

2010-06-01T20:58:00.000+02:00

Karel, Marelize en Tjaard Badenhorst

2010-05-31T09:47:00.000+02:00

This family from the Netherlands asked me to photograph them while visiting South Africa. Cute doesn't begin to discribe littel Tjaard!

Newborn Photography: Marius and Lynne

2010-05-28T10:34:00.004+02:00

Newborn Photography: Ronald en Suzaan

2010-05-28T09:24:00.001+02:00

Johan en Corne van Zyl

2010-05-28T09:00:00.001+02:00

Engagement shoot: Willie and Marjorie

2010-05-27T14:31:00.000+02:00

Marelize and the men in her life

2010-05-27T13:59:00.001+02:00

Also following-up on a pregnancy shoot, Marelize came to show me her beautiful Juan.

Wedding preview: Deon and Jo-Mari

2010-05-27T13:32:00.000+02:00

Razvan ,Melani, Mihai, Daniela and Ion Macici

2010-05-27T13:20:00.000+02:00

Nederburg winemaker Razvan Macici and his lovely familiy came for some family photos in the studio.

Engagement shoot: Laurence and Abby

2010-05-27T12:55:00.002+02:00

Also from the UK Abby and Laurence booked me for their wedding in Cape Country Winelands at Kano wine estate . In the week before the BIG DAY, we did a pre-wedding photoshoot at Abby's parents' house in Simons Town. No need to search for a beautiful location...we just used their front lawn...

Danie, Nelmare en Kobus

2010-05-27T12:24:00.001+02:00

Danie en Nelmare het hulle swangerskap en pasgebore fotos by my laat neem, en kyk hoe groot is Kobus noual.

Wedding: Henry And Yovanka

2010-05-12T15:33:00.000+02:00

Henry and Yovanka contacted me all the way from the UK and booked me via email. I met them in December on their short visit and also did their pre-wedding shoot. On the day of the wedding it rained, giving us all a bit of grey hair.....but God is good and the wedding went forth without a drop falling! Yovanka looked lovely and the whole wedding party was great to work with, we had so much fun. Can't wait to see you again. You rather feel like friends than clients!

To see more photos:

Jip, they're laughing because I fell on my behind....at least got the pic!!!

Martin, Lizelle en Loa-Mari

2010-05-12T12:22:00.001+02:00

I Photographed Martin and Lizelle on the beautiful Val de Vie estate and then they came to visit in the studio and introduce little Loa-Mari. Vir meer fotos:

Willan, Wanda, Wander and Sebastian!

2010-05-04T21:54:00.002+02:00

Engagement shoot: Petri and Ilse

2010-05-04T21:29:00.001+02:00

We did this photosession with something in mind for the wedding....

Frieder, Erika en Sebastian Schwabe

2010-05-04T20:58:00.000+02:00

Gerhardt, Nadia en Miné

2010-05-04T20:38:00.001+02:00

Wedding: Stephan and Leze-Mari

2010-04-23T14:25:00.000+02:00

Commercial Photography: Peaches and Cream

2010-04-23T13:42:00.000+02:00

Wedding Preview: Laurence and Abby

2010-04-21T16:06:00.003+02:00

Thank you....

2010-04-15T15:32:00.000+02:00

Testimonial – Zander & Lise Booyzen

We were referred to Estie Thirion Photography by another bride who had booked Estie as her photographer for her wedding later that year. We soon met Estie to discuss our requirements, and we knew from the start that she had to be our photographer. After viewing her portfolio on her website, I could not believe that her prices were so affordable for such excellent work! By the time we met Estie, I had requested many quotes from other photographers in the area, and neither their quality nor prices could match Estie’s! It was clear from the beginning that Estie made a point of getting to know her clients and their needs. She questioned us about what we wanted and very important, what we did not want. She scheduled an engagement shoot, where Zander and I had the opportunity to become comfortable with her and the camera. It was a great experience, since it made us more relaxed and we knew what to expect on our wedding day – one less thing to stress about! Estie was very organised and arrived exactly on time on the wedding day. I love her creativity and original ideas for shots. We received our photos soon after the wedding, and everything was in order, from the lovely packaging to the assortment of enlargements she chose. I have received so many compliments from guests and friends who have viewed our photographs, and I would recommend her to any couple who only want the best and most beautiful memories of their wedding day. Estie is truly professional, easy to work with and her friendly, positive attitude contributed to making our wedding day even more special! Thanks Estie for the fantastic service!

Kevin, Dedre and their three treasures

2010-04-14T13:48:00.001+02:00

Dedre asked me to photograph her family on their family farm just outside Paarl. I love new locations and this one was especially stunning! And with three beautiful girls no wonder the photos came out as they did!

Pregnancy: Ronald and Suzanne

2010-04-12T11:41:00.001+02:00

Couple shoot: Deon en Jo-Mari

2010-04-12T11:20:00.002+02:00

This lovely couple are getting married later this month.

Little Scarlette is growing up

2010-04-12T10:48:00.000+02:00

Vertiaan, Lerietha en Carmia

2010-04-07T12:12:00.000+02:00

Arno en Michelle

2010-04-07T11:48:00.000+02:00

Preview: Vertiaan, Lerietha en Carmia

2010-04-06T16:13:00.000+02:00

Pregnancy: Anzabeth

2010-03-30T22:20:00.001+02:00

Anzabeth moes vinnig maak met fotos van haar piepklein magie, aangesien haar dogterjie besluit het sy wil vroeg die wereld in!! Anzabeth is slegs 32 weke swanger... hoop alles gaan goed met julle in die hosp! xxx

Wedding: Roland and Inge Marie

2010-03-30T22:05:00.000+02:00

Yes, this WAS the hottest wedding of the year. We always pray that is shouldn't rain, but for once I prayed for rain.... Inge-Marie and Roland held up well in the 45 degrees in Stellenbosch! Inge-Marie, you looked stunning!!! Read more for more pictures

wedding preview: Henry and Yovanka

2010-03-30T07:36:00.001+02:00

Wedding preview: Stephan and Leze-Marie

2010-03-26T19:58:00.000+02:00

Wedding preview: Danie and Zonika

2010-03-26T19:34:00.000+02:00

Pregnancy photography: Martin and Lizelle Venter

2010-03-26T18:23:00.001+02:00

I Love doing location photography, and if it is on a beautiful location as the Polo Estate Val de Vie,then so much the better. Lizelle and Martin took me to their horses just before Martin had to leave for a game of Polo. Lizelle and I headed back to their exquisite house to take some more pics...

Trash the dress: Le Roux and Ilse

2010-03-26T17:53:00.000+02:00

My first trash the dress session! Le Roux and Ilse got married in the Gauteng 11 months ago and then decided to fly down to Cape Town for a photo-session at the sea. They contacted me and I decided to take them to the beautiful Llandudno- and Sandy beaches. Although a beautiful day in Cape Town, the wind nearly blew us away!! Thanks for the brave couple to enter the icy water!

Wedding: Glynn and Zenobia

2010-03-26T16:58:00.000+02:00

On another very hot summer's day Glynn and Zenobia got married between the lovely mountains of Paarl and Franchhoek at Backsberg Wine Estate. Everything was done to the finest detail and no stone was left unturned. It was one of those weddings where I didn't want to leave and my life is again blessed after meeting this couple. Well done on a beautfully planned wedding!

Wedding: Jan Willem and Demishelle

2010-03-26T16:30:00.001+02:00

This beautiful couple got married at Groenrivier wedding venue in Riebeek West. It was of coarse a VERY hot day, but Demishelle kept her pose in that stunning dress!!
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Choosing a wedding photographer: 5 top tips

2010-03-26T15:52:00.000+02:00

Choosing a wedding photographer is an important element of preparing your dream day. With so many styles of wedding photography and different packages offered by various photographers, brides will be forgiven for feeling overwhelmed by the decision. Here is a quick guide to the most important things to consider when you are comparing wedding photographers.

What does wedding photography cost?

For most brides, wedding budgeting is a constant compromise between what you feel you can't live without and what you can afford. Depending on the importance you place on wedding photos as a lasting reminder of the day you said "I do", you might want to allocate a larger part of your budget to the photographer. Experts suggest wedding photography usually takes up 10% of the total wedding budget. Once you have established your budget, the most important thing is to find a wedding photographer who offers value for money (not necessarily the cheapest!).

Get a shortlist of potential wedding photographers

Most wedding photographers have websites, so it is easy for brides-to-be to browse the work of various photographers. This way, you will get a feel for the kind of wedding photography you like, for example traditional, reporter style or more artistic. Search for a wedding photographer who works in the region where you are getting married. Whittle the candidates down to a handful and find out if they are available on your planned wedding date. If they are, meet them in person if possible or speak to them over the phone.

Interview potential wedding photographers

Photographers only put a fraction of their work on their website or portfolio, so ask to see an example of a complete wedding, so you are not basing your decision only on the best shots. Ask them about their qualifications, experience and camera equipment, as this may add to your peace of mind. It is also important to know whether your wedding photographer will bring an assistant along, how they both will be dressed (as you want someone who looks professional) and how long it takes them to edit and deliver photos after the wedding day.

Wedding photography packages

Wedding photographers usually offer a range of standard packages, but most are also willing to make up a customised package and supply a special quote to suit individual couples' needs. It is important to ask how many prints and enlargements will be supplied, whether you will receive a CD with high-res images for reprints and whether an engagement photography shoot (also called a pre-wedding shoot) is included. And get your wedding photography quote in writing.

Booking your wedding photographer

Once you have decided on your wedding photographer, get in touch with them as soon as possible to book them. Most wedding photographers will require a deposit to be paid before the booking is confirmed. Get your confirmation in writing, book your engagement photography shoot and leave the rest up to the professionals!

Family studio photography: Yolandi, Werner and Mia

2010-03-09T13:22:00.002+02:00

Family photography: The Human family

2010-03-09T12:01:00.003+02:00

Newborn Photography: Marlize and Dereck

2010-03-09T11:43:00.001+02:00

Family portraits: Jacques, Liezel, Juan and Sune

2010-03-09T10:54:00.000+02:00

Wedding photography preview: Roland and Inge Marie

2010-02-26T13:23:00.002+02:00

Wedding photography preview: Le Roux and Ilse

2010-02-26T13:10:00.001+02:00

Wedding photography preview: Glynn and Zenobia

2010-02-26T12:59:00.003+02:00

Family photography: Maryke en haar drie woelwaters!

2010-02-26T12:44:00.000+02:00

What a nice shoot. Felt a bit like a gym session and with great results!

Family photography: George, Mariesa, Clarisa en Anika

2010-02-26T10:50:00.000+02:00

Pregnancy photography shoot: Bulumko and Banele

2010-02-26T10:34:00.001+02:00

This Doctor-couple came all the way from East London for the weekend to spoil themselves with a photo session. It has been a long time since I've seen such an in-love couple as these two people! It was a pleasure meeting you, and thank you Unati for referring to me!

Newborn photography: Geldenhuys family

2010-02-25T10:06:00.001+02:00

Couple Shoot: Glynn and Zenobia

2010-02-25T09:55:00.000+02:00

This wonderful couple got married at Backsberg a couple of weeks ago, I will post their wedding pics a bit later. Here are their engagement photos!

Family photography: Ruan, Ina and Evan Luke Take Three

2010-02-24T11:34:00.001+02:00

Verlede jaar het ek Ruan en Ina se swangerskap sowel as Evan Luke as pasgebore bondeltjie afgeneem. Onlangs was hulle terug om vir my te kom wys hoe groot hulle seuntjie geraak het. Te pragtig!