creationography Archives - Gauteng Birth Doula & Photographer

Dec 19

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Birth 0 comments tags: Birth Photography, Birth photography gauteng, Birth photography Johannesburg, births by creationography, creationography

Sankara, destined for greatness

Sweet Sankara, named after the great Thomas Sankara, forma president of Burkina Faso.

Sep 09

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Maternity 0 comments tags: creationography, gilloolys farm maternity shoot, maternity shoot, maternity shoot in johannesburg, photo shoot in johannesburg

Maternity photo shoot in Johannesburg | Yasmin & Brendan

I met up with Yasmin & Brendan at Gilloolys Farm to do some maternity pics before the arrival of their first baby girl.

Jan 21

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Newborn 0 comments tags: Baby Boy, creationography, Johannesburg Newborn Photographer, Julian, new born baby, newborn, Newborn photo shoot, newborn photography

Julian | Johannesburg Newborn Photographer

Julian was a super star! Just look at that face. He was grinning from ear to ear. With every Newborn session there is the concern that baby will not sleep.

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 23

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Birth 0 comments tags: birth, birth of a girl, Birth Photography, creationography, creationography birth photography, it's a girl, natural birth, natural delivery, The birth of Aria

The Birth of Aria | Johannesburg birth photographer

Baby Aria surprised us all! I remember Tarryn saying to me, that Baby Aria just needed to wait until after her Sister's Wedding day.

Nov 13

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Newborn 0 comments tags: benoni newborn photographer, Benoni photographer, Birth Photographer, Birth Photographer Johannesburg, creationography, Gauteng Birth Photographer, Johannesburg Newborn Photographer, Newborn photo shoot, Newborn photographer johannesburg, newborn photography

Madison | Johannesburg Newborn Photographer

I met with Craig and Stacey a few weeks back. I was introduced to little Madison, at just a few days new!

Aug 14

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Random 0 comments tags: couple photo shoot at botanical gardens, Couple Photo shoot at Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens, Couple photo shoot in johannesburg, Couples photographer johannesburg, creationography, Johannesburg Photographer

Jolene & Righardt | Johannesburg Photographer

Jolene and I went to high school together, and primary school (I think!). Yes, its that long ago! After so many years, it felt like time hadn't passed at all!

Jul 21

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Newborn 0 comments tags: creationography, Gauteng newborn photographer, Johannesburg Birth Photographer, Johannesburg Newborn Photographer, natalie gornall, newborn, newborn photography, Newborn photography in your home

Emily | Johannesburg Newborn Photographer

Little Emily was only five days old when I visited to take some pictures of her and her new family. She was a darling - she was calm and collected throughout the whole shoot.

Jun 29

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Birth 0 comments tags: Birth Photographer south africa, Birth photography at Genesis clinic, creationography, Gauteng Birth Photographer, Genesis Maternity Hospital, Johannesburg Birth Photographer, Natalie Ann Gornall, Natural Birth at Genesis clinic, South African Birth photographer

The Birth of Alakhe Eli | Johannesburg Birth Photographer

I got the call at 5 am. It was Siseko. Carmen had been labouring most of the night and was 8cm dilated. I had spoken to Carmen the day prior

May 14

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Family 0 comments tags: creationography, Family photo shoot at homestead, homestead dam benoni, Johannesburg family photographer, Natalie Ann Gornall, Photo shoot at homestead dam

The Girls at Homestead Dam | Johannesburg Family Photographer

Lynn, Jaclyn, Lauren and little Kayla! We met at Homestead dam in Benoni for a shoot full of gorgeous girls!

Mar 08

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Random 0 comments tags: Childrens Photography, creationography, Johannesburg Birth Photographer, natalie gornall, Soccer, Sports photography

Seth the soccer star | Johannesburg photographer

Seth is the soccer star! Wow look at those kicks!

Jan 08

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Personal 2 comments tags: creationography, Creationography moves to Gauteng, Creationography moves to Johannesburg, Johannesburg Photographer, Moving from Cape Town to Johannesburg, Moving towns

Cape Town to Johannesburg | Moving

It was maybe four months ago when my husband messaged me asking me if I would go back to Joburg, if the opportunity arised.

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!

Jun 18

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Random 0 comments tags: Cape Town Photographer, Cape Town Wedding Photographer, couples photography, Couples shoot, creationography, Love, portraits, University of Cape Town Photoshoot

Chris & Charmaine | Love

So my Cuzzy, Charmaine, and her Man, Chris, were very eager to do some snazzy posing around UCT! Some UCT security guards… not so eager! So dodging them guards, we went, and searching some nooks, we found! These two have got it made! Well Done you two… what fantastic shots!! The beforehand ‘outfit craziness search’ was well worth it!! ;p Do I just L.O.V.E these red Ivy leaves… Gorgeous Char and her lashes… Damn her!… and a fig all women would die for! sheesh …’these boots are made for walkin’ …some funky reflections! this little creation takes some serious concentration 😉

Jun 06

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Family 0 comments tags: Cape Town Photographer, creationography, Family photography, Garden shoot, Mother, Mother and Son photo shoot, Son

Mother & Son | Robyn & Sebastian

Robyn is very dear to me… She played a very crucial role in one of the most amazing and difficult times in my life – The Birth of my daughter, Eva. I owe her everything. I have to say, if it weren’t for her (and my dear husband of course!) I might just have given up on a natural birth. BUT, Robyn, with her passion and love for what she does (being a Doula ;p), she gives new Mom’s a new found strength and perseverance. She allows you to feel what you feel and know that it is okay! It’s a BEAUTIFUL thing… Robyn, this is the very least I could do for you… A huge heart-felt THANK YOU! Know that what you did for me and my new family is worth way more than words could ever say!! And thank you for your friendship! This little dude has some crazy energy… definitely kept me (and Mum) on our toes!! A little taste of the crazyness! 😉

Mar 12

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Maternity, Personal 0 comments tags: 'the apple of my eye', 37 weeks pregnant, apple orchards, Baby Bump, Cape Town Photographer, creationography, maternity shoot, Pregnancy

The apple of our eye | Pregnancy | home stretch

the apple of our eye 37 weeks; 10 March 2012 Iv’e always wanted to do a maternity shoot, for myself… so between Hubby and me we decided to do a D.I.Y maternity shoot! It’s really not the easiest thing out there, considering I am over obsessive over my photo’s and well, hubby is just not… Off we went on a beautiful Saturday afternoon on a drive out past Grabouw in search of some wheat fields, as this is where I wanted the photos taken. Yet only to find very brown, very short, measly fields of wheat… wrong time of year clearly. Just off the N2, we found a very scenic little road heading towards ‘the valley’. Here, we found some gorgeous lush apple orchards… and with luck on our side, a gap in the fence! How beautiful, lush and green… the perfect setting. And how very appropriate! Now I must say, I am not crazy about being in front of the Camera… but to hell with it, I figured, I want some memories of this precious time in our lives. Hubby did a STERLING job me thinks!! Although, very hesitant to begin with, with some slight guidance (he don’t really […]

Feb 10

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Personal 4 comments tags: 32 weeks pregnant, Cape Town Photographer, Children Photography, creationography, Natalie Ann Gornall, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Photography, Somerset West Photographer

Pregnancy | 32 weeks | the birth

the birth 23 weeks; 6 December 2011 Every mom-to-be sets out on a mission to have a natural birth, as if there are other options!! 😉 I have to tell you, things happen for a reason. At my temp job I was privileged to meet a wonderful Women by the name of Avis; a Sister, a Midwife, a Doula. Those who know me well know that when the day came I was sure as hell NOT pushing it out! It scares the living daylights out of me! Honest to God. There is not a day that goes by where I don’t think about it and fear it! Avis, passionate beyond words about women, birthing and babies! If it were not for meeting her, I would still be hell-bent! For sure! She has the most incredible passion and love for her work. And it can only be this passion that swayed my thinking. Me, yes, me. Terribly stubborn, me. I am so sad she will not be here for the birth of our little one, yet, she has made her mark; she made me realise what is best for Mom and Baby and that natural birth is just that, natural. Yes, […]

Dec 13

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Random 0 comments tags: Cape Town Photographer, creationography, natalie gornall, paternoster wedding, tie the knot, wedding, wedding photography

A Celebration | Katherine and Anthony | Cape Town Wedding Photographer

Katherine and Anthony tied the knot in the quaint little town of Paternoster, up the West Coast. A real Gem! So along with Heathyr I went for a little weekend venture. It really was a special day with very personalised touches. Katherine was given her mom’s beautiful umbrella, of which she had used on her wedding day, for walking down the isle. Gorgeous. During the ceremony, the wedding bands, tied together with ribbon were passed around the congregation for each person to place their blessing upon. So very special. As the wind never aloud a beach ceremony, the couple decided to take their vows alone on the beach – it really was so special to witness. AND as the couple came together as one, they poured two different colour sands into one vase which will remain an ornament in their new home together; a reminder of their special bond. If you are not weepy by now… ;p Here you are, the witnesses to this special day. I hope you enjoy! A very gorgeous bride… The joining of two… 😉 The stunning Heathyr Huss in action! 😉 Oh my, the cake! *sigh* The good ol funnies!

Nov 19

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Random 2 comments tags: Cape Town Photographer, creationography, Skilpadvlei wine estate, Weddings

A Celebration | Jolandi and Leigh | Cape Town Photographer

Oh YES it is, another tying of the knot!! I was lucky enough to be chosen by the very talented Roelien Visser from Finishing Touch consultants as her second shooter/assistant for the day! The celebrations took part at Skilpadvlei Wine Estate in the gorgeous winelands of Stellenbosch – just on my doorstep ;D Now this wedding, very cute and wonderful, taught me some valuable lessons! 1. Take FOOD and WATER silly! Its a Loooong day! 2. Boots are a NO NO… I am soo avoiding buying myself a pair of those ghastly CROCS… hmm 3. Natalie, most weddings have a cash bar so take… So need a dop WATER by that stage! ;D 4. BE prepared for ANYTHING… I must say, being an assistant is quite comfy, no pressure, no need to think up some corny poses or even tell anyone to say the dreaded CHEEEEESE! But wait, you may just be asked to take the couple or girls/guys on your OWN and snap! What?! No Way?! A lot more challenging than I thought! Thank you Roelien, for allowing me this opportunity to discover and learn! Enjoy the snaps folks!

Nov 18

by Natalie Ann Gornall in Random 0 comments tags: Cape Town, Cape Town Photographer, creationography, Fishing village, Natalie Ann Gornall, Patenoster, Patenoster Dunes Boutique Guest House, Weddings, West Coast

Patenoster Travels | Patenoster Dunes Boutique Guesthouse | Cape Town Photographer

On a recent Wedding venture I found myself in the gorgeous little town of Patenoster, up the Cape West Coast. What a G.E.M! A very tiny little fishing village in nowhere land… ahh Gorgeous! I am so in love. Not much seems to happen in this town except some weddings and well, fishing… 😉 On a breakfast invite, myself and Heathyr (my grand prof. photog :D) paid a visit to the Patenoster Dunes Boutique Guesthouse and of course the sucker I am for decor and pretty thing that I can photograph… huh, breakfast?! oh yes, that is why we are here right… In an attempt to remain composed I quietly ate my breakfast and admired my surroundings, and then snuck in a few shots…. 😉 Quickly! Seriously NEED to go back there!!

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