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What do you want to be when you grow up? . I still

What do you want to be when you grow up?
.
I still remember when people use to ask me this, I use to ensure them that I will be a scientist😉 just kidding😂🤣 I honestly didn't know what I wanted to be...
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I studied photography for 3 years and for 2 years after that I didn't pick up a camera. If it wasn't for my good friend @moirawestphotography I would not have fallen in love with weddings. So she's to thank for the wedding part and the photography part... Well THANK YOU to my granddad. I inherited his film cameras and still have them. I use to phone him to ask him about film and when cameras became digital that was pretty much our conversation every Sunday. He was over the moon when he heard I decided to go into Photography full time.
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So let's get back to this part: One day when I grow up I will have a dark room to process film and if for whatever reason I am not in Photography as a career. I will definitely always be documenting the world around me.

When you meet clients for a coffee date and it fee

When you meet clients for a coffee date and it feels like they have been a part of your inner circle for years
.
Now this is a story... I met these two for a coffee so they could tell me all about their special day. But in 5minutes it felt like I was meeting up for a catch up session with friends. I absolutely love it when life throws people like this in the mix.

Speechless . . .

Speechless
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Time to get real and tell you the truth . I'm 31 a

Time to get real and tell you the truth
.
I'm 31 and I honestly feel like a spring chicken, but then when Instagram announced it was changing I felt like a granny😂. I was just starting to get use to this photo sharing app. But I guess change is as good as holiday.
.
I know you are never to old to learn something new. This is me just putting it out there: I'm prepared and will be trying my best.
.
Like @jailong.co stated. "Change is the only constant we have in business"
.
📸 @moirawestphotography

I have decided it is time to UPGRADE . Swipe to se

I have decided it is time to UPGRADE
.
Swipe to see👉 read👇 to understand
.
Nope don't mean my camera. I love how you can create motion with photos and I have decided that I will start including these in all my shoots. They just make the images come alive even more and frankly the world is my oyster.
.
I have so much more to learn with this but for now... What do you think?

These two wanted boulders... So they got the best

These two wanted boulders... So they got the best kind
.
All my clients fill out a questionnaire of what they love to do together and where they want their photos taken. If you don't have any ideas, then I will suggest a few places and you can just pick one. It's that easy...
.
Cannot wait to share this incredible shoot of @lucywangli and Justin with you.

My friends hate it if I mention I am taking my cam

My friends hate it if I mention I am taking my camera with
.
Last weekend we went away to a cabin on the river and I asked my friends to pose for a quick couple shoot (that's the part I was talking about👆, it's not for everyone). Safe to say they will be doing it again because this little couple/family shoot took 10minutes (I checked the time on the first and last photo).
.
Winter isn't such a bad month to do shoots, you just have to time it right
.
*Note to future clients: I get trigger happy when I don't have a lot of time and all 🐶🐈 are welcome at any shoot.

If you could look up LOVE in the dictionary, I thi

If you could look up LOVE in the dictionary, I think these images will be displayed right alongside it
.
A family of 2 that was shaped by so much love that they could not resist becoming Lily's parents
.
How could you not fall in love with them when you see these?
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.
.

Your outfits do matter . You might think wearing s

Your outfits do matter
.
You might think wearing something that blends in with the background is a good idea. I say HELL NO... YOU WERE BORN TO STAND OUT
.
Note to future clients: All clients receive a Style Guide to help give you ideas what to wear to a shoot. It might be time to update it even more...any ideas from your side?

@janamarnewick

What do you want to be when you grow up? . I still

What do you want to be when you grow up?
.
I still remember when people use to ask me this, I use to ensure them that I will be a scientist😉 just kidding😂🤣 I honestly didn't know what I wanted to be...
.
I studied photography for 3 years and for 2 years after that I didn't pick up a camera. If it wasn't for my good friend @moirawestphotography I would not have fallen in love with weddings. So she's to thank for the wedding part and the photography part... Well THANK YOU to my granddad. I inherited his film cameras and still have them. I use to phone him to ask him about film and when cameras became digital that was pretty much our conversation every Sunday. He was over the moon when he heard I decided to go into Photography full time.
.
So let's get back to this part: One day when I grow up I will have a dark room to process film and if for whatever reason I am not in Photography as a career. I will definitely always be documenting the world around me.

When you meet clients for a coffee date and it fee

When you meet clients for a coffee date and it feels like they have been a part of your inner circle for years
.
Now this is a story... I met these two for a coffee so they could tell me all about their special day. But in 5minutes it felt like I was meeting up for a catch up session with friends. I absolutely love it when life throws people like this in the mix.

Speechless . . .

Speechless
.
.
.

Time to get real and tell you the truth . I'm 31 a

Time to get real and tell you the truth
.
I'm 31 and I honestly feel like a spring chicken, but then when Instagram announced it was changing I felt like a granny😂. I was just starting to get use to this photo sharing app. But I guess change is as good as holiday.
.
I know you are never to old to learn something new. This is me just putting it out there: I'm prepared and will be trying my best.
.
Like @jailong.co stated. "Change is the only constant we have in business"
.
📸 @moirawestphotography

I have decided it is time to UPGRADE . Swipe to se

I have decided it is time to UPGRADE
.
Swipe to see👉 read👇 to understand
.
Nope don't mean my camera. I love how you can create motion with photos and I have decided that I will start including these in all my shoots. They just make the images come alive even more and frankly the world is my oyster.
.
I have so much more to learn with this but for now... What do you think?

These two wanted boulders... So they got the best

These two wanted boulders... So they got the best kind
.
All my clients fill out a questionnaire of what they love to do together and where they want their photos taken. If you don't have any ideas, then I will suggest a few places and you can just pick one. It's that easy...
.
Cannot wait to share this incredible shoot of @lucywangli and Justin with you.

My friends hate it if I mention I am taking my cam

My friends hate it if I mention I am taking my camera with
.
Last weekend we went away to a cabin on the river and I asked my friends to pose for a quick couple shoot (that's the part I was talking about👆, it's not for everyone). Safe to say they will be doing it again because this little couple/family shoot took 10minutes (I checked the time on the first and last photo).
.
Winter isn't such a bad month to do shoots, you just have to time it right
.
*Note to future clients: I get trigger happy when I don't have a lot of time and all 🐶🐈 are welcome at any shoot.

If you could look up LOVE in the dictionary, I thi

If you could look up LOVE in the dictionary, I think these images will be displayed right alongside it
.
A family of 2 that was shaped by so much love that they could not resist becoming Lily's parents
.
How could you not fall in love with them when you see these?
.
.
.

Your outfits do matter . You might think wearing s

Your outfits do matter
.
You might think wearing something that blends in with the background is a good idea. I say HELL NO... YOU WERE BORN TO STAND OUT
.
Note to future clients: All clients receive a Style Guide to help give you ideas what to wear to a shoot. It might be time to update it even more...any ideas from your side?

What do you do when it rains on your wedding day?

What do you do when it rains on your wedding day?
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You close your eyes, take a deep breath, realise that it is a blessing and enjoy every single moment... It's going to be epic either way
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Oh yes and buy lots of ☂️🌂
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Any other advice? Comment below👇
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Venue: @diewoud
MUAH: @monetteprofessionalmakeuphair
Wedding dress: @loeinx_by_rolien
Groom’s suit: @woolworths_sa
Decor, flowers, lighting & coordination @creativenook
Stationery & signage @lovewildly
Cake: @roseburycakes cakes
DJ: @iamdjpepe
Band: Salt & pepper duo
Videographer: @grootdorsproduksies

Rainy weather . It's days like these that make us

Rainy weather
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It's days like these that make us appreciate the sunshine days even more. But the world needs days like these to shine even brighter.
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On these days I miss the people I haven't met, my heart longs for the angels that are dancing around and I know that we are just a little spec in the universe.
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Make your world your own, because who else is going to?
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The boys😎 . Cherishing the moments with friends

The boys😎
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Cherishing the moments with friends even more now since life has changed. It is not every day you get to sit in a suit with a cigar and whiskey solving all the world's problems.
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Stay safe everyone
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Who else has a sweet tooth? . On rainy days like t

Who else has a sweet tooth?
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On rainy days like today in Cape Town you will probably find me in a borito blanket with some or other type of comfort food.
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Mine is liquorice, cake and chocolates. What's yours?👇
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Anyone else have those days where you don't want t

Anyone else have those days where you don't want to adult?
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To me being a kid means thriving in the little things and enjoying the smaller things in life. I honestly feel blessed that my brain is programmed to experience life this way as well.
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It may also be because I am my own boss and may be why I love family shoots with kids so much.
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Anyone else experiencing life this way? Or is it just me?
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Happy Father's Day⁠ to all the incredible dad's

Happy Father's Day⁠ to all the incredible dad's out there
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Thank you for taking our hands, guiding us, loving us and showing us how incredible this world is.
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Declared husband and wife⁠ .⁠ One of my favour

Declared husband and wife⁠
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One of my favourite things to photograph is canapés. This is a chance for me to capture your guests, cause aren't they just important? In my opinion...yes!⁠
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I encourage all couples to take at least 45minutes and spend time with your guests. This will give you time to take it all in, chat to your friends&family and really enjoy the canapés you chose.⁠
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Note: Creatives can't function on empty stomach's. I will also be tasting those canapés⁠
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You, yes you⁠ .⁠ Hope you have plans for this

You, yes you⁠
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Hope you have plans for this weekend. I have decided to escape with my other half to the West Coast (it's his favourite place). Will show you a bit of my weekend on Monday⁠
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But for now go and enjoy this epic weekend. Oh wait that makes two of us...⁠
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What type of convetti thrower are you? Comment bel

What type of convetti thrower are you? Comment below👇
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For some or other reason I am in the mood for a gl

For some or other reason I am in the mood for a glass of champagne
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Anyone has something that I can celebrate? Comment below👇
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In other news...2weeks after this shoot little Kar

In other news...2weeks after this shoot little Kara joined the world. Talk about perfect timing⁠
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I love all my clients⁠ .⁠ I know what you are

I love all my clients⁠
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I know what you are thinking now... "Jana you are totally lying"...Okay not LOVE then, but LIKE the uniqueness of humans. As a creative I have been blessed with the gift of acceptance. Everyone might not be my cup of tea, but that doesn't mean I can't capture their true essence. ⁠
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Truth be told...I talk a lot and will make you feel comfortable and if I don't... then that's on you. Kidding, not kidding.⁠
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Off to capture another engagement shoot... Yes I know in the middle of the day?...be sure to check out my stories a little later. You don't want to miss this⁠

This is pretty much my face today . Gloomy weather

This is pretty much my face today
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Gloomy weather is definitely also some of my favourite days to photograph in. There is so much you can do with the dramatic lighting it creates.
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#funfactoftheday I guess. Have a good one

*FREE SHOOT FOR 3 FAMILIES... YES 3* Why? Well...

*FREE SHOOT FOR 3 FAMILIES... YES 3*

Why? Well... WHY NOT? I love kids and know some families have never been in front of the camera. You can also gift your prize to a special family.

How to enter:
1. Tag your other half
2. Make sure you both follow (yes I will check) @janamarnewickphotography on instagram
3. Share this post to your STORIES
4. It's that easy
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30min photography coverage at 1 location
100+ High res images delivered digitally to download
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T&C's:
-Winners will be announced on the Friday, 18th of June 2021
-Competition open to anyone in Western Cape
-No exchanges, but shoot can be gifted to another family
-Prize cannot be redeemed for cash

Adrian & Meena ❤️ . Cannot wait to share this

Adrian & Meena ❤️
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Cannot wait to share this incredible intimate wedding with you
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Got to love days like these in Cape Town . I am in

Got to love days like these in Cape Town
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I am in such a good mood today. The sun is out and I am counting my blessings to the max. Anyone else also experiencing a positive aura today?

Let me tell you a little secret⁠ .⁠ Your outfi

Let me tell you a little secret⁠
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Your outfit plays a role in how epic your photos come out. It is all team work, I provide all my clients (doesn't matter how big or small the shoot) with a STYLING GUIDE. So make sure your outfit is on point and I will make sure your photos POP✨⁠
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Other than that HAPPY MONDAY
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It is not every day that you are blessed to have a

It is not every day that you are blessed to have a granny, nevermind 3
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Count your blessings I would do anything to have my grannies at my wedding one day
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A few of my fave b&w frames of JP & Tarryn's weddi

A few of my fave b&w frames of JP & Tarryn's wedding
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The tequila shot is my favourite👉😂 pretty much what I look like when I have to drink one of those
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Let's get down to business⁠ .⁠ Yes this is the

Let's get down to business⁠
.⁠
Yes this is the face behind the camera. The one with all the incredible moves and chatty personality to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera.⁠
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I am a director, a fly on the wall, a pro 3rd wheeler in short. I am artistic so you might just have to hang from a tree😂 kidding not kidding
.
Honestly this might be how I earn a living, but to me it's not a job, it's a gift to hang out with insanely cool people (yes I am talking about you), a gift to see the beauty in every person and a gift to see how amazing light plays a role in insanely awesome landscapes.

New month with new challenges . Can you believe we

New month with new challenges
.
Can you believe we are halfway through the year?

Let's be Instagram friends!
Follow me below to track my adventures and see some of my work. @JANAMARNEWICKPHOTOGRAPHY

What do you want to be when you grow up? . I still

What do you want to be when you grow up?
.
I still remember when people use to ask me this, I use to ensure them that I will be a scientist😉 just kidding😂🤣 I honestly didn't know what I wanted to be...
.
I studied photography for 3 years and for 2 years after that I didn't pick up a camera. If it wasn't for my good friend @moirawestphotography I would not have fallen in love with weddings. So she's to thank for the wedding part and the photography part... Well THANK YOU to my granddad. I inherited his film cameras and still have them. I use to phone him to ask him about film and when cameras became digital that was pretty much our conversation every Sunday. He was over the moon when he heard I decided to go into Photography full time.
.
So let's get back to this part: One day when I grow up I will have a dark room to process film and if for whatever reason I am not in Photography as a career. I will definitely always be documenting the world around me.

When you meet clients for a coffee date and it fee

When you meet clients for a coffee date and it feels like they have been a part of your inner circle for years
.
Now this is a story... I met these two for a coffee so they could tell me all about their special day. But in 5minutes it felt like I was meeting up for a catch up session with friends. I absolutely love it when life throws people like this in the mix.

Speechless . . .

Speechless
.
.
.

Time to get real and tell you the truth . I'm 31 a

Time to get real and tell you the truth
.
I'm 31 and I honestly feel like a spring chicken, but then when Instagram announced it was changing I felt like a granny😂. I was just starting to get use to this photo sharing app. But I guess change is as good as holiday.
.
I know you are never to old to learn something new. This is me just putting it out there: I'm prepared and will be trying my best.
.
Like @jailong.co stated. "Change is the only constant we have in business"
.
📸 @moirawestphotography

I have decided it is time to UPGRADE . Swipe to se

I have decided it is time to UPGRADE
.
Swipe to see👉 read👇 to understand
.
Nope don't mean my camera. I love how you can create motion with photos and I have decided that I will start including these in all my shoots. They just make the images come alive even more and frankly the world is my oyster.
.
I have so much more to learn with this but for now... What do you think?

These two wanted boulders... So they got the best

These two wanted boulders... So they got the best kind
.
All my clients fill out a questionnaire of what they love to do together and where they want their photos taken. If you don't have any ideas, then I will suggest a few places and you can just pick one. It's that easy...
.
Cannot wait to share this incredible shoot of @lucywangli and Justin with you.

My friends hate it if I mention I am taking my cam

My friends hate it if I mention I am taking my camera with
.
Last weekend we went away to a cabin on the river and I asked my friends to pose for a quick couple shoot (that's the part I was talking about👆, it's not for everyone). Safe to say they will be doing it again because this little couple/family shoot took 10minutes (I checked the time on the first and last photo).
.
Winter isn't such a bad month to do shoots, you just have to time it right
.
*Note to future clients: I get trigger happy when I don't have a lot of time and all 🐶🐈 are welcome at any shoot.

If you could look up LOVE in the dictionary, I thi

If you could look up LOVE in the dictionary, I think these images will be displayed right alongside it
.
A family of 2 that was shaped by so much love that they could not resist becoming Lily's parents
.
How could you not fall in love with them when you see these?
.
.
.

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