Herman & Dinah

Herman & Dinah’s wedding was probably one of the most enjoyable weddings I have EVER photographed or attended. They laughed and enjoyed the day with family and guests from start to finish, as Tulbagh and Olive Rock welcomed this beautiful couple to married life. We wish them many happy years and a marriage full of love. (Please click to see the photo's in full size.)

A misty day

Since the first time I travelled through the Hexriver valley it has been one of my favorite places on earth. So I planned to drag my wife along one Saturday morning. We got up early, got everything together, and... What? Oh noooo... The sun was nowhere to be found. There was mist all around, and as we drove away from Boston it did not get better. This is what happened that day!

Orbitals

I remember being a young boy, and trying for hours to bend things with the power of my mind... Well, this is not quite like that, but this is probably the closest that I will ever come to succeeding. :)

Changing landscapes

The seasons can change so slowly, and I've allways imagined seeing a fastforward of the year. Here are some seasonal photos, and a few befores and afters of some winefarms in the Stellenbosch and Bellville region.

Daniel & Katherine

Dan & Kath married on a beautifully overcast day, and were a couple that stole everyone's hearts as they all came together under the massive trees of Beloftebos.

Honeymoon

Lana and I tied the knot on 5 June 2010 (Please see www.lizellelotter.co.za/rousseau-en-lana-witrivier ) and went on an absolute adventure of a honeymoon. I know what you are thinking - a honeymoon is supposed to be a restful, quiet trip where you are served all day long and don't have to travel... Well... We chose to do something different.

The first part of our honeymoon was in the Kruger National Park at Jock Safari Lodge. The facilities were exquisite and we were treated with gourmet food as well as excellent game drives.

Long way up!

Lana and I recentry travelled up to Witrivier, and I took some photo's whenever I got the chance, experimenting with longer exposures and a few new editing tricks I conjoured up!

ps - I think the cloud lovers will thank me for this post

Babysteps

My neigbour's baby is only a few months old, and had her first shot at climbing the steps in our complex. I decided to take a few photo's. Njoy!

Rousseau & Lana Engagement!!

I'm very excited about this post... I have found the love I thought was only true in stories, both mystical and magical, tangible and lovely. Her name is Lana, and she has graced my life with her beautiful presence. Please enjoy and celebrate our engagement with us through these pictures!

Ruben - 10 days old

A baby in the house usually reminds me of the frailty of life and the unfathomable journey we all had to undertake to get here, beginning all of our journeys in a very similar fashion. I couldn't stop looking at Ruben, and just had to take these snaps of him when visited Sammy in Pretoria! Enjoy!!

Utrecht Part 4 (Holland)

My classes have finally finished and my students are writing exams tomorrow! The end of the road is in sight, and I couldn't resist taking a drive and taking some pics on my third last day in Utrecht.

I still need to go in and see if the name is true...

I love the city traffic...

Many of these buildings have VERY impressive architecture. I wonder how long it took to make this?

On my way to the pannekoekenhuis!!

Guys... What a pancake... Oh yes... Yumm!

This old guy and his wife had so much fun in the shop, I was amazed by the freshness of their relationship. May we all have that when we're old!

Duck for dinner?

Koningin Wilhelmina with her ice-hat.

Holland - Windmills an Castles

Finally I have some time to travel around and experience the real Holland. The one we see in the pictures, with all the tulips and cheese and warm days and green fields. :) Some of the snow has melted, and I thought it was over for a few days after today's rain, but  a snowstorm covered the world in white about 15 minutes ago. (Pictures at the end.)

A bridge bearing the same name as my dad.

Boats line the canals in some parts

Even the original Micra needs petrol now and again.

How more Dutch can you get?

Was as if he was guarding the one eating.

Entrance to a real castle!

CASTLE de HAAR!

Some kids gathered for a party

The snowstorm starts!

Long exposure during the storm