16/08/2026
FROM PHOTOS TO FAMILY
Something that no photography mentor ever mentioned to me, is how much you become part of your client's life and family throughout the years.
You start with a first birthday party, then a 16th Birthday, a modeling portfolio, a wedding, a birth and sometimes sadly, even a funeral. As Photographer, you really have a share in creating their best (and sometimes worst!) memories and it's hard not to let them grow on you (or at least feel a part of your circle!)! You very much start to feel part of the family, because not only are you there to capture moments in time, you very much get a chance to observe the family dynamics and in many ways, take part in it!
I love these super moments I get to share with my clients - often there are moments of laughter, spur of the moment silliness and I know that they have to trust me to be there and be ready to interact with that spontaneity! We quickly grow a trust bond and we bounce that energy of each other to create magickal moments to store in their memory vault. That creates a connection that is very special, and I am so honoured to have that trust and comradery with them! (who often, I might add, become friends!
I would LOVE to share your special moments and to capture the same joy and colour for you!
Yours in capturing YOU,
Leonie Jordaan
Soulburst Photographer