Kim Jansen van Rensburg

Yolandé in Wonderland

2011-04-21T17:45:00.002+02:00

What a grand opportunity it was to photograph Yolandé's 21 st Birthday Party. As you can see she chose an "Alice in Wonderland" Theme. It was so beautifully done and her guests were so creative and spontaneous. Making great photo's in the Funbooth can only be a pleasure with faces like these!
Thanks Yolandé for inviting me to take these photo's. I had so much fun with you guys. And thanks Gerrit for letting me feel much appreciated. You guys were kick-ass!
All the best Yolandé for this new phase in your life. I wish you all the best and much, much happiness!

World Wide Giveaway!

2011-04-19T14:26:00.003+02:00

Wow, wow, wow!! What an amazing Giveaway! Imagine I win?? How awesome that would be!! Let's see what happens!!

My FB Landing Page

2011-04-12T14:13:00.001+02:00

The Van Der Merwe Family

2011-03-28T17:17:00.004+02:00

There is not a family I know that lives in more breath-taking surroundings than the Van Der Merwes. Surrounded by these beautiful mountains and stunning waterfalls, imagine waking up to this view every morning! Wow! Thank-you so much for allowing me to come and photograph you guys on your farm. I had lots of fun and so glad I got some chickens again!

Perhaps you are wondering about the chickens?? Well here's the story; Jean and his cousin Chris have a chicken business. Very avid business men always seek opportunities to grow and of course sell! You see I had purchased chickens in the past from these two brilliant business men, but due to human error they were savagely consumed by my Alsatian two days upon arrival! As news travels fast in my home town, these two, upon hearing of my unfortunate news had the brand new chickens ready for sale! One-stop chicken shop! I LIKE! “Dankie julle twee!”

The McManus Family

2011-03-28T16:50:00.005+02:00

I was so excited to photograph The McManus Family. When they contacted me for a session, I automatically thought of my Farmer Friend's Sunflower field!!

The story started about a month ago when my Farmer Friend phoned me saying if I want to captured these beautiful flowers in bloom I should come within 10 days!! Yes, folks, that is how long the Sunflower flowers in the year! So to my utter dismay a month went by and I set my sights for next year. I had missed the magnificent display :-(
But a few days before the shoot I was given news that there are still some Sunflowers in bloom! Immediatly I contacted the McManus' and arranged a "shot-gun" session. They were ready-steady, and the shoot was set!

Thanks so much McManus family for your confidence in me. I am so happy about the photo's and know you will love them too!

The Swanepoel Family

2011-03-23T10:15:00.004+02:00

Do you remember Ariston? What a sweet little boy. A miracle baby that arrived just in time! And now look how big he has gotten!
Such a chirpy little man. He loves people and he loves to smile.. and drool!
It was so fun photographing the Swanepoel family. I laughed so much with Ariston and his parents, Sanet and Edwin.
Enjoy your photo's!

Eikenbosch Project

2011-03-17T13:39:00.006+02:00

This was such an interesting and definitely exciting project! My fellow photographer and good friend Sanet (from Sanet Swanepoel Photography) got a phone call from Trevor Conn, a well-renowned Stylist and Make-up artist, living in Dullstroom. This conversation set in motion a month's planning that led to these most beautifully set photographs at the newly owned Eikenbosch Country Estate.
Thanks to all that helped make this project come together. A special mention to Denise, Trevor, our great models, Christie, Div, Sarah, Nicholas, Yolandé & Gerrit. You all made this project a great success.
The future is definitely bright and beautiful!!

Meet Jordan & Aaron

2011-03-15T13:21:00.004+02:00

These two are the sweetest little things! I met them on a sunny Sunday in Dullstroom. Son and daughter of Trevor & Sue Conn. Trevor told us that they share a secret language. I always find twins so facinating and special.
Thank you guys that I could capture these two on camera!

Gillian & Stuart

2011-03-03T17:23:00.003+02:00

Wow, wow, wow! I feel so honoured to share these photo's with you. What an amazing privledge it was have photographed Gillian and Stuart's wedding.

I only met Gillian and Stuart in person the day before their wedding. They have been living abroad for the past 10 years and decided to celebrate their special day with wonderful family and friends in South Africa. And what other beautiful venue to choose, but Mpumalanga's best kept secret The Cowshed. (Please go check out their beautiful website!)

Gillian and Stuart, I was really touched by the sincerity of your friends and family. And believe that having these wonderful treasures can only bring you much joy and happiness throughout your lifetime. I know your union will be a blessing to others and especially to the lifetime partner you have chosen.

Thank you so much Gillian and Stuart for allowing me to capture your special day! Enjoy!
19 February 2011

The Nguni cattle of The Cowshed.

Stuart taking care of the "Lebola"..

You guys were so much fun! We were a little behind schedule, but this last photo had to be done..

Funbooth fun!!

Lindi-Leigh

2011-02-25T10:37:00.005+02:00

Lindi-Leigh and I met via Facebook. Facebook can really connect you with people that you would usually not come in contact with through your normal routine and circle. I find that wonderful and exciting.
It was so easy photographing Lindi, she is really a natural. So fresh and beautiful. It's like you'd like to hover over one of her pictures a little bit longer.
So great to have met her and had the privledge to capture her on camera!

Wondering Gypsy

2011-02-08T17:20:00.004+02:00

You may remember Natalie from my Country Girl shoot. And as you can see our adventure continues...
Thanks so much Nats for being such a good sport. And making things work even if you have your doubts. And last, but not least, putting up with my "assistant" (Heehee).

Happy "V" Day!

2011-02-01T08:48:00.004+02:00

So to all those Sweethearts out there that make this day special, why not book a session with me and we make it a memory that will last a life-time!
Avoid dissapointment and book your session today! E-mail me at kvr@soft.co.za.

Kyla Session Two

2011-01-27T16:20:00.004+02:00

So you have already met Kyla, no need for introductions.. I was so happy to photograph Kyla again. It is always an adventure as we explore new locations and Kyla is always keen to jump up on things or roll around in the grass!
Thanks Kyla for making this shoot a great success and I hope you absolutely LOVE your pictures...

Albert & Karen

2011-01-20T10:33:00.006+02:00

Just want to document an earlier wedding I assisted with last year. Albert and Karen were married on the 27th of February 2010.They were so fun and adventurous and we loved it!

These are some of the beautiful pages from Albert and Karen's Wedding Album.

Charl & Marie

2011-01-15T16:54:00.009+02:00

This was a very exciting wedding for me. On the Friday my brand-spanking-professional-new camera arrived! (Can I just add a big WOW here! It's an amazing camera!!) And then I photographed Charl & Marie's wedding on the Saterday the 18th of December 2010.
On the Friday I did a quick crash course, re-dicovered all the basic functions of Nikon and Saterday it was magic!

It was planned that I meet Charl upon my arrival at Schaefer's Halt and the first thing he told me was: "I don't really like photographs." I just replied: "Today, Charl, you gonna love it!"
And boy is that the truth. I love the photo's when Charl's mouth is wide open in laughter. He was like a little kid. He definitly loved it!

Marie was a beautiful bride and together their laughter and happiness was over-flowing. What an AWEsome priviledge it was to behold.
Thank you you two. And I know you will be blessed in your marriage!

These were our Funbooth photo's and boy were they fun!

Meet Penelope

2011-01-11T10:12:00.003+02:00

Well this post is long overdue. This was quite an interesting project as I embarked on furthering My Matrics Collection I was also able to feature what some talented ladies are up to in Lydenburg. These ladies are called the Abafazi and they crafted the beautiful dresses and skirt in these photographs.My friend Elouise had a great influence on this project and together were able to put together a beautiful compilation of their work.
Hopefully there will be more features from the Abafazi in the near future.
We will watch in great expectation.

The Du Preez Family

2010-12-14T18:55:00.003+02:00

Meet the du Preez Family. I am so glad this day happened. The weather did not look too promising. But luckily there are two sides to a town. And it wasn't raining on this side! Hooray!
The du Preez family used to live here in Lydenburg. But a few months ago they moved. Using this time to come check up on their house they started building here, we squeezed in a photo session. And I am so very happy with the out come! Enjoy!
Thank you du Preez Family for these beautiful photographs!

The Joubert Family

2010-12-14T18:07:00.007+02:00

Meet the Joubert family! Before the shoot I was a little nervous I must admit. When I first met little baby Emkhe I was told that she does not take to new persons too quickly. That is why I am glad mom and dad came with (hehe).
Nevertheless it was great fun. I could really see the love Piere and Elrista have for their beautiful daughter.
And afterward we put together a compilation of photo's for a stunning 2011 Calendar, Christmas gifts for the special people in their lives.
What a fun project.
Thank-you Joubert family!

And here are the final products from my shoot with the Joubert family...

Kyla

2010-11-30T19:30:00.003+02:00

The day Kyla and I planned to do the shoot it was raining cats and dogs! Moving it up 2 days worked out perfect. And even though the weather also looked like it could start raining at any time, when I got there the light was just right. Especially near the end. It cast a beautiful golden glow. It was lovely.
And Kyla was lovely too. She was relaxed and fun and I was happy to be her photographer. Thanks for the day!

Jessica

2010-11-20T14:28:00.006+02:00

So if you met Jessica in real life you might never have imagined her in this setting with this dress. Soft and dreamy. I was a little concerned. But inner beauty cannot be hidden in any setting and in any dress.
Thanks Jessica for a peek at your softness and beauty.

Meet Lyla

2010-10-28T13:40:00.002+02:00

Meet my little neice Lyla! Isn't she just "oulik"? She was born on the 3rd of September. Welcome beautiful girl!

Thesam Visits Mpumalanga

2010-10-27T15:43:00.004+02:00

On Monday and Tuesday Fabian Jood came to visit Lydenburg. Thesam has chosen our humble mining town to pioneer the South African Movement. Go check out Thesams Nation Builders Pledge and see if you're up for the challenge!

Jeanne-Mari & Armand Britz

2010-10-12T20:49:00.011+02:00

Jeanne-Mari and Armand decided to tie the knot October 2nd, 2010. I was the chief/assistant photographer at times, Sanet Swanepoel having the same work description, hehe.
At first it was a bit daunting, but I realised that here are two people with one of the most significant days of their lives infront of them and here I am to document this magnificent day. Wow, what a great priviledge!
Beside from the hot, hot day, everything went soothly and the change of venue for us (as photographers) was very refreshing.
Thank you Jeanne-Mari and Armand that we were allowed to photograph your special day!

When You Want To

2010-10-03T12:50:00.006+02:00

So this was just a little fun! I asked Maryke if she would like to do something fun? We didn't have much of an idea of what we wanted to do or maybe we did, but at this moment in time timing and resources were the block.
So we decided to do a "Come What May" session and this is the result.
Thanks Maryke and Monique. You girls were alot of fun and absolutely beautiful!

My Matrics Collection

2010-09-30T11:42:00.013+02:00

Hello there! Thanks for popping in to see my blog!
Well this is something new I want to try; Matrics Collection.
I want to allow the Grade 12's of our town the opportunity to encapsulate this momental time of their lives in a, you guessed it, a photograph.
A photograph that shows off who they are and how wonderful it is to be young and have the hope of their future fresh in their minds (and eyes)..

Sweet Sightings

2010-09-17T13:21:00.006+02:00

So I was helping with photo taking at a Horse Enduro and saw some sweet things. Here they are..

The Gift of Flowers

2010-09-16T11:27:00.007+02:00

I would always get upset when my husband brought home flowers for me. Thinking they are such a waste of money as they only last for about 5 to 7 days and then they're gone. Forever!
I saw the dissappointment in my husbands face and realised it's not about the money, it's the thought. And he loves me!
And then it dawned on me!! I can make the moment last forever. With my camera!!
So voila and a big thank you to my thoughtful husband!! Ek is lief vir jou, BAIE!

Meet Ariston

2010-09-11T11:33:00.009+02:00

Here are a few photos of my special friend Sanet's baby boy! Brand new and very much welcomed!
Dankie Sanet vir die vooreg om hierdie paar oomblikke in julle nuwe lewe te deel!

Hello Spring!

2010-09-01T20:06:00.016+02:00

So it's finally here!! I am so grateful. I've waited so long, shivered so long...
Hello Spring!!

Matric Farewell 2010

2010-08-26T16:37:00.008+02:00

So this past Friday we photographed 7 Matric Farewell Couples (Grade 12's Graduation Function). It was total fun hanging out with them. full of excitment and looking so spiff. The result is most definately great photo's!
These are my favourites...

March Wedding 2010

2010-07-07T18:33:00.021+02:00

So this was a wedding I assisted in March this year. It was at Schaeffers' Halt Country Cottages & Wedding Venue. It was a beautiful venue and the Bride and Groom were happy to be Husband and Wife. And I was happy to have photographed that..

Country Girl

2010-06-16T18:33:00.012+02:00

So in May my sister came to visit us a bit and I tought I would take advantage of her energy and willingness to do something creative.

The first 2 photographs were our "test things out first" shots and the following 4 were our "lets do it" shots.

She was brave and beautiful!