www.adorephotography.co.za

Maternity, newborn and family photographer in Johannesburg Pretoria Centurion

Natural photography sessions in Irene

See maternity, newborn and family photos captured in the peaceful Irene area. Light, soft colours and relaxed posing create elegant, genuine moments you’ll love for years.

child and family photographer johannesburg pretoria | motherhood

September 2, 2015 by Jackie

As mothers we all have such a special and unique
connection with each of our children
And in between life happening,
cooking, cleaning,
homework, nappies
and a million
other things
We often forget to stand still,
breath
and most importantly
breath our little ones in
And when we do
its a passing fleeting moment
And these are the moments that you will want to remember forever…

Special thanks to

Assistant Chanè Basson

Hair and make up: Lynette van Zyl

Paper flowers: Luna Artistry

Venue: Rosemary Hill

Model: Lara Visagie

baby and newborn photographer johannesburg pretoria | motherhood

September 1, 2015 by Jackie

Some of the most divine moments
of motherhood.
Being so little
so dependent
so soft
and delicious smelling
is only a fleeting moment
And the way you hold them close
and the way they snuggle into you
And the way that makes you feel
These are the moments that you will want to remember forever..

Special thanks to

Assistant Chanè Basson

Hair and make up: Lynette van Zyl

Venue: Rosemary Hill

Model: Elize du Plessis

family photographer pretoria | childhood

August 27, 2015 by Jackie

This session was part of my
Motherhood series
but then typically
being the baby and child photographer
I am
I couldn’t resist
doing a little mini
shoot within a shoot
of this little sweetheart
all by herself
how can you not?

child photography

Special thanks to

Hair and make up: Lynette van Zyl

Venue: Rosemary Hill

Paper flower wreaths: Luna artistry

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cherish the dress sessions | in mommy’s wedding dress

July 20, 2015 by Jackie

I have had this shoot in the back of my mind for quite a while now

But as is unfortunately the case with us photographers, our own kids sometimes get bumped to the back of the que when we get busy

After some renovations at my adore’ photography studio I decided it is the prime time to get my own little (big) one in for some test shots

We are all fairly familiar with the Trash the Dress sessions that have become quite popular in recent years

when we get to wear our carefully designed and sentimental wedding gowns a second time to have a more informal and fun shoot

(but obviously it is just a chance to wear the dresses we love so much again, let’s be honest)

But here we have the opposite, a session which I have christened the Cherish the Dress session

What little girl doesn’t like playing dress-up, and in a real wedding dress none the less!

Let’s face it moms, our little girls might love our dresses now

but chances are slim they will want to get married in Mom’s dated old dress in 20 years time.

This is my own little one

and I never told her what we were up to (and in fact she has never seen Mommy’s dress in person)

so I totally surprised her when I took the dress out and told her to drape it over her.

She was so giddy with excitement and giggles, at one stage she broke into teary emotional uncontrollable laughter.

I for one am SO glad I did this before she was just a little too big to pull it off

and I just know that she will love these pictures (and the giggles we shared) just as much as me

On a personal note it was even more special that the dress was designed by myself and my mother

(because of course I refused to wear a traditional wedding dress)

and made by my mom as well

So just a little side note ladies,

when you do that Trash the Dress (and it really is a very fun shoot!)

don’t go to extremes and really trash the dress…

you never know what it might mean to your little girl one day to play dress up in your gorgeous gown

and have some gorgeous pictures taken of the moment…

With special thanks to my friend Jo Anne

White crown by Samantha from Sunkissed Handmade

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before your session

adore photography is based in Centurion, Gauteng. The studio is easily accessible for families from Pretoria, Johannesburg, Midrand, Sandton and surrounding areas.

I offer maternity, newborn, baby milestone, cake smash and family photoshoots. Sessions can take place in the studio, grassfield or greenhouse, depending on the type of shoot and the look you want.

Yes. I help with outfit guidance before your session, and the studio wardrobe is available for moms for selected sessions, especially maternity and newborn photoshoots.

Yes. Family photos are part of many maternity, newborn, baby and cake smash sessions. I guide everyone so it feels relaxed and not like a school photo from 1997.

Yes. Outdoor photos can be done on site in the grassfield or greenhouse, depending on the package, weather and session type.

Maternity photos are usually best between 30 and 34 weeks of pregnancy. This gives you a visible bump while still keeping the session comfortable.

It is best to book your newborn photoshoot while you are still pregnant. The actual session usually happens in the first few weeks after birth, depending on baby and recovery.

You can contact me through the website or WhatsApp to choose your session type, check availability and get the booking details.