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Debbie's brother, Mark, and his family were here recently on a visit from the UK and they decided to have some photos taken of both their families together with their mom. We spent the morning at the beautiful Vergelegen Estate. The kids enjoyed the perfect weather and wide open spaces and tried to endure the occasional hindrance of a photographer trying to take some photos of them - with the exception of Mia who just loved the camera and is extremely photogenic. A true model in the making. It was a wonderful pleasure meeting this warm and a friendly family. Thanks for all your patience with me and the kids whilst capturing these images. I hope you enjoy them! It's just too cute how he doesn't actually want to touch his siter's shoulder ..... how could I possibly expect that of him, she's a girl!!! :-)

Gena en Kruger is sulke lekker gemaklike mense. As jy hulle ontmoet voel dit sommer asof jy hulle jare lank al ken! Hulle en hulle pragtige twee kindertjies is so vol energie en lewenslus, dis skoon aansteeklik. Dit was heerlik om julle gesin te ontmoet, ek het die tydjie saam met julle terdee geniet!

Natasha and Theo got engaged recently and wanted some photos taken before their family returns to Holland. They are such a playful and happy family, it's clear they enjoy each other's company tremendously. I had so much fun photographing them, I can only hope that all my shoots for 2011 will be this merry! Safe travels guys, it was honestly a pleasure meeting you all!

I met 9 month old Zetske, her mom and grandmother at the beautiful Vergelegen Estate for a photo shoot. The first thing I noticed was Zetske's absolutely gorgeous, piercing, ice-blue eyes, but the poor girl missed her nap and those gorgeous eyes didn't shine quite as bright as they could. We did what we could for a little while, but photo's should be fun and a conjure up a fond memory every time you look at them, so I suggested we do another get together at their home where Zetske feels most comfortable. I couldn't believe the transformation when I saw her the next day! She was bubbly, playful and funny, and those eyes!! Never underestimate the power of a good nap! ;-) And then the real Zetske came out..... :-)

Carla en Tiaan truly are two excited little bundles of energy. Their mom wanted to have some photos taken on the beach, but these two just couldn't be bothered with mom and this photo-lady who wanted them to stay put for a few shots. After entertaining us for a while (like two mini-models!), the allure of sea and sand won. They were running and jumping and soon enough the inviting ocean became irresistible and the shoot was over! These two reminded me that it should be my daily aspiration not to ever lose that childish zest for life.

Lizl and I went to high school together in Windhoek and I was just thrilled when she asked me to take some family photos of them. It was great to see her again after so many years! They are a lovely family with the two most adorable kids. Thanks for the opportunity Lizl, I had so much fun with you and your family!