Cape Town Birth Photographer Archives - Gauteng Birth Doula & Photographer

Jan 06

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Birth 0 comments tags: birth, Birth photographer Gauteng, Birth Photography, caesarean birth photographer johannesburg, Caesarean birth photography, Cape Town Birth Photographer, creationography, Gauteng Birth Photographer, Johannesburg Birth Photographer, Johannesburg maternity photographer, Johannesburg Newborn Photographer

The Birth of Jude | Gentle Caesarean |Gauteng Birth Photographer

Little Jude caught me a little off guard. He was due in December, and he/we had a definite caesarean birth date.

Dec 26

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Family 0 comments tags: Cape Town, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Family photography, Family Photoshoot, Lourensford Wine Estate, Photo shoot at Lourensford Wine Estate

The Levenson Family | Cape Town Photographer

Kayla's Mommy, Jaclyn, and I went to school together. I have seen many a pic of Kayla through the years and was super stoked when Jaclyn contacted me saying they were coming to CT for holiday and would like a shoot!

Dec 22

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Birth 0 comments tags: Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Family photography, Family Photoshoot, first birthday, first birthday party photographer, Hugo's 1st birthday

Hugo’s 1st Birthday | Cape Town Photographer

Hugo was a tiney tiny little bump when I first ‘met him’! Ezelle and Christo were expecting their little bundle and asked me to do their maternity and newborn shoot. 🙂 I cannot believe ONE whole year has passed! Time surely does fly! He chose a super hot, windless Saturday to have his party! And look a monkey cake!! Made my Mom, wow!!! He chose a super hot, windless Saturday to have his party! Shew! He had us all sweating! 😉 Congrats Mom and Dad for making it this far! He sure will continue to bless and enrich your lives!

Dec 13

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Family 0 comments tags: Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Children Photography, Delpierre Family photo shoot, Family photography, Family Photoshoot, Photoshoot at Tokai Forest, Tokai Forest

The Delpierre Family at Tokai Forest | Cape Town Photographer

Claire, Chris, Oliver, Sophie, Katie and Robbie! YES, four of them! FOUR adorable children! Wow, what a beautiful blessing! 🙂 We met at Tokai Forest – Sophie and Oliver on the loose and little Katie and Robbie being walked in their pram! What many would think a very disordered and chaotic photo shoot actually turned out to be a real success! We allowed the kids to play and have good ol’ fun! As for Mom and Dad, can you believe after four kids (including a set of twins at 10 months old), that you can still look so stunning?! Simply beautiful! Thank you Claire and Chris for intviting me into an hour of your lives! I am blessed and so happy to provide you with gorgeous memories of your beautiful family!

Dec 06

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Birth 0 comments tags: 3rd birthday party, Birthday Party, Birthday Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Birthday Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Children Photography, Mondeor Garden Centre, Mondeor Somerset West, Noah's 3rd Birthday

Noah turns 3!

Noah’s party took place at Mondeor Garden centre in Somerset West. It is a kids heaven! Jungle gyms, trampoline, splash pool, you name it, they got it! They even do pizza making for the kids! Such a fantastic party venue! The weather wasn’t too fabulous but with only a slight drizzle the kiddo’s could still go out and play. Mom, Anieke, really put effort into this party! She made the aeroplane cake, and she is no professional! WOW, was I impressed! Noah is obsessed with aeroplanes, well, of course, his daddy flies them daily, why wouldn’t he be! The cute runway and toy planes where a super hit! Very well done Mom! Noah arrived a little after all his friends! He seems a little stunned at first but soon warmed up, dug into his cake and had some good ol’ fun! In the Cape, it is quite a challenge lighting cake candles, as you can see! 😉 Hope you enjoy the party as much as these littlies did!

Nov 20

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Birth 2 comments tags: 1st Birthday Party, 1st Birthday party photographer, Birthday Party, Cape Town Baby Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Childrens photographer, Family photography, First Birthday Party

Lisa’s 1st Birthday Party | Cape Town Photographer

Saturday the 16th of November. Somerset West Floods. We (ALL) woke up at 4h30 to take hubby to the start of the Winelands marathon (which he was really looking forward to) only to be flooded in on both sides of our complex! We later heard, Vergelegen was flooded – the hospital across the road from us. Numerous ‘people’ were flooded. I awaited the call from Mum, Jacolien, to cancel Lisa’s party. Needless to say, she never cancelled, and thankfully the water subsided by the time I needed to leave! It rained ALL day, so Lisa and her little buds had to play and celebrate indoors! I’m not sure they noticed! With Cake and Flings, who would care, anyway! 😉 Many thanks to Jacolien and Chris for the support 🙂 May your beautiful Lisa bring you endless joy!

Nov 14

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Random 0 comments tags: boschendal, boschendal wine farm, boschendal wine farm franschhoek, Cape Town Baby Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Children Photography, Family photography, mom and daughter, Mom and Daughter Photo shoot

Cisca & Madison at Boschendal Wine Estate | Cape Town Photographer

I met with Cisca and her beautiful daughter, Madison, at Boschendal Wine Estate in Franschhoek. They live in the Netherlands and come to SA to visit family. Boschendal is a special farm as Cisca mom had preciously worked there, and so we decided to do some Mom and Daughter photographs in and around the farm. Mom had warned me that Madison was not in the greatest of mood. With this warning, I put on my friendly smiley face, knelt down to her level and made her feel comfy. She was wonderful! We let her play and run around. We blew bubbles and looked at flowers! She really was great! 😉 Madison only speaks Dutch, yet she understand English. Wow, at 21 months, it is simply amazing what these little minds know and learn! Here we are, introducing little Madison…

Nov 13

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Birth 0 comments tags: 1st Birthday, Baby photography, Birthday, Cape Town Baby Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Children Photography, Family photography, first birthday photographer

Mieke’s 1st Birthday | Cape Town Photographer

I was very honoured when Karen, Mieke’s mom, called me to photograph Mieke’s very first birthday! I did Mom’s maternity shoot and little Mieke’s newborn shoot! Wow, I couldn’t believe that one whole year had passed, and she has turned into the most adorable little girl! She has the most amazing blue eyes and such a wonderful calm personality. Besides bursting into tears from the big sparkler on her cake, she had a ball! 😉

Oct 19

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Family 1 comments tags: Babies, Baby, Baby photography, Birth photographer cape town, Birth Photographer south africa, Cape Town Baby Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Children Photography, creationography, Family photography, newborn photography

The Visser Family shoot at Bieuleau Farm, Elgin | Cape Town Family Photographer

I was very honoured when Roelien Visser (a Photographer too) from Finishing Touch, contacted me to do their family shoot. Their little Man, Reynard, is only a little younger than Eva. What a cute little guy! He was full of smiles and just LOVED to dance among the apple blossoms with his Mum 🙂 We met at Bieuleau Farm in Elgin. We tried our best to catch the full blossom bloom but unfortunately we just missed it! It was still beautiful though!

Sep 20

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Baby 0 comments tags: Babies, Baby, Baby photography, Baby photoshoot, Cape Town Baby Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Newborn Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Children Photography, Family photography, newborn photography

Four beautiful {Mom & Baby} ‘s

Whilst on our trip to Joburg, I met with my Sister-in-law, some Mums and their gorgeous Babes for a photo session! Wow, trying to get four baba’s to cooperate is not simple task! It was super fun though! I guess the trick is to simply let them be. It is quite important to me to photograph families and especially Mums. I feel, we (Mums) get left out a little. We are so focused on our beautiful baby that we spend hours taking pictures of them! Them with their Daddy, with their Granny and Aunty. Not many spare a thought for Mum. It is so important to capture Mum and Baby! Mum will ALWAYS look back at those special moments. Introducing Mums and Babes; Sam & Olivia, Joanne & Alexianne, Erica & Steven and my sister-in-law, Sam & Oliver! I think we got some awesome snaps and lovely memories for the Mums! I absolutely loved photographing these gorgeous little people and hope to do it again soon! Enjoy!

Sep 16

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Family 0 comments tags: Baby, Birth Photographer, Birth Photographer south africa, Cape Town Baby Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Cape Town Newborn Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Children Photography, Family photography, newborn photography

The Choles Family | Cape Town Family Photographer

THIS utterly gorgeous family is my boetie’s (brother’s) family! 🙂 I was so very stoked to be at Oliver’s Birth, a good few months back, to take some awesome birth pics and now, 8 months on, I get to show you how he has grown and how flipping adorable this little guy is! He ALWAYS has a smile on his face! I just look at him and he gleams! Heart-melting! Beware folks, stay clear of this one, if there is even a hint of broody-ness in you!! I must admit, I was a little nervous about taking photograph of my other nephew, Daniel. He can be quite the feisty one! And well, what Daniel decides, simply GOES! I think visiting Gogi’s (Granny Hunt’s) garden for the pic’s was a hit! A familiar environment allowed him to be happy and playful! 🙂 Enough said, hope you enjoy the pic’s!

Aug 21

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Newborn 4 comments tags: Baby photography, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Newborn Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Family photography, Johannesburg Birth Photographer, Johannesburg Newborn Photographer, Newborn Photographer, newborn photography

It’s a Boy! {Handsome Cameron} | Johannesburg Newborn Photographer

Handsome Cameron, born to the wonderful Frances and Lloyd! His arrival sounded wonderful! A two and a half hour FIRST labour! Dad told me that Mom had period-pain-like cramps that evening and thought that maybe they should start timing the ‘pains’… to their surprise, they were 5 minutes apart! So at midnight they headed to the hospital and Mr Cameron arrived early hours of the morning, weighing a wonderful 3.7kg! WOW! Both Mom and Dad, are overjoyed. I cannot believe how easily both Lloyd and Frances have taken to parenthood. They are both incredibly calm. Cameron, at 11 days old, is so very alert and strong! Just look how he holds his head up!! Thank you, Lloyd and Frances, for inviting me into your home to photograph your wonderful new born baby, Cameron! He is delightful! xxx

Aug 20

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Family 2 comments tags: Baby photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Family photography, Family Photoshoot, Somerset West Photographer

The Gross Family | Cape Town Family Photographer

I was invited into the beautiful home of The Gross Family a few weeks ago to photograph their wonderful family. They seem so complete with their two little boys. Mom warned me that little Zander had this nasty habit of pulling a face whenever someone tried to take a picture of him! he he! Well, when this little guy realised he was the centre of attention, boy, did he pose! He was loving it and of course to Moms utter surprise, no cheesy faces! 🙂 Gorgeous little Leo was only 7 weeks old at the time of the shoot. He was so chilled and ‘tried’ to catch some zizz at every opportunity he had! Good man, learning young to ‘just SLEEEEEEP!’ 😉 Thank you, Daniel and Lico, for inviting me into your beautiful home! xxx

Jul 27

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Maternity 0 comments tags: Baby, Baby photography, Cape Town Baby Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Cape Town Maternity photographer, Cape Town Newborn Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Children Photography, Family photography, maternity, maternity photographer

Lloyd, Frances and Baby X | Cape Town Maternity Photographer

Lloyd and Frances are expecting Baby X! Yes, one of the few couples (these days) who are ‘waiting’ to finding out the sex! Shoh, I take my hat off. I couldn’t do it. I needed to know. The perfectionist I am, I needed to prepare – physically and mentally. Well, at 39 weeks, Frances is going strong! She is looking radiant and has a wonderful contentment about her. Her whole being is happily inviting labour and birth, and both herself and Lloyd are calming waiting to meet their precious child. It is wonderful to see. I know Baby will be warmly welcomed – it makes my heart happy. We met at Radloff Park, along the Lourens River, in Somerset West where we walked scouting for nice spots. They brought along their beautiful Golden Retriever, Lilly, who was all too happy to be the centre of attention! The weather was perfect – It was warm and the sun-setting-light was magnificent. It was too beautiful. Tall stark trees against lush green grass, brightly lit by intense yellow rays. Perfection (almost ;-)). Do you get more perfect than a Mom (and Dad :-)) happily growing a new life. xxx

Jul 20

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Baby 0 comments tags: Baby photography, Cape Town Baby Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Cape Town Newborn Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Family photography

The Wicht Family | Cape Town Family Photographer

What a treat! Little Alexander! Isn’t he just too gorgeous?! At 6 months old, he smiles all the time! He is so alert and looks at you as if he knows exactly what you are saying! Oh yes, this one KNOWS just how adorable he is!! Thank you Stefanie and Jon for inviting me into your beautiful home and allowing me the privilege of photographing yourselves and your adorable Son! I could eat him up! xxx

Jul 05

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Family 5 comments tags: Baby photography, Cape Town Baby Photographer, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Family Photographer, Cape Town Newborn Photographer, Cape Town Photographer, Children Photography, Family photography

Lauren & Lexi | Mother Daughter | Cape Town Family Photographer

We met at the gorgeous Lourensford wine estate in Somerset West. Yep, my stunning home town! I was relieved to see that Granny was coming too! Oh, Grannies are wonderful! Boy, did this one go all out! Those super cute pic’s of Lexi laughing out LOUD, had me in STITCHES! The cherry on top, for sure, would have been a second shooter behind Granny… hehe There is something about these little ones, they make my heart sing! I love it! And little Lexi was no exception. What a stunning and beautiful little girl! I commented on her beautiful eyes, and Mommy proudly stated that they were her Daddy’s eyes! So with TWO (yes, two) bribery bags, off we went walking the estate! Lexi was wonderful and Mom too! A truly wonderful pair! Congrats, Mommy (and Daddy) on such a beautiful little girl! Thank you for the opportunity to photograph your family! xxx

Oct 02

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Birth 0 comments tags: birth, Birth Photography, Cape Town Birth Photographer, Cape Town Births, dad as birth photographer, Gauteng Birth Photographer, Johannesburg Birth Photographer, pregnancy and birth

My Take | Birth Photography

So you are now pregnant. THE rollercoaster has begun! Yeehaa! Ever thought of professionally Photographing your precious new Baby’s Birth Day? I hadn’t. Not until I had my daughter six months ago. It never occurred to me in the slightest. In fact, I was slightly repelled by the idea! I really didn’t fancy the idea of someone taking picture of my ‘you know what’!! With me on that? I came across some professionally done Birth photographs whilst scouting around on the net one day. They were anything but the horrid, gory, graphic pictures I had imagined. They scared the life out of me, I will admit. But they were beautiful. So beautiful. They captured the amazing essence of what was about to happen. They captured a new life. A new breathe. They were simply amazing. No gory bits… just pure emotion. I gave Birth to my Daughter, Eva, on the 10th of April 2012. Although I never had a professional Birth Photographer, I did have a very willing Doula on hand. Robyn Hertog. Although her role as my Doula required other duties, I still handed her my camera – with very strict instructions. No ‘down there’ s! At all! I bet she was […]

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