Wedding photographer at Plaisir Wine Estate

Wedding photography at Plaisir on digital and film – an artistic approach to intentional space in Franschhoek

Wedding photography
by Curator Photography

{I} Plaisir Estate
{II} Why I like documenting here
{III} FAQ

Film image of a wedding bride at Plaisir.

Black and white wedding image at Plasir's Tributary.

Wedding photography on film at Plasir Wine Estate

Wedding imagery for the creative romantic at Plaisir

Plaisir Wine Estate is a place where the natural beauty and heritage of Franschhoek collide. Set among cape vineyards at the foot of the Simonsberg Mountains, the estate has a rare sense of both openness and intimacy. Plasir brings together new and old design in an interesting and intentional way, making it a dream for elevated winefarm wedding photos.

The estate’s approach to design pairs effortlessly with my hybrid use of digital and film photography. Each medium used together lends itself to creative but honest wedding imagery. If you’re wanting a combination of editorial and documentary photography, please reach out – I’d love to hear from you and capture your wedding.

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Three reasons why I love shooting weddings at Plaisir.

The Tributary is Plaisir’s dedicated wedding space. This contemporary venue is set within the gardens of the estate and designed for a sense of uninterrupted flow between outside and inside. The building itself ushers a sense of occasion without demanding formality. This means it gives weddings space to breathe and become their own as people move organically. Approaching wedding photography at the Tributary with a documentary eye, I can capture candid images of people interacting and enjoying the day unobtrusively.

Immediately around the Tributary are acres of open space, backdropped by the Franschoek and Simonsberg mountains. Because of this, Plaisir offers an opportunity for wedding photography that works cinematically with light and angles – something not always possible with wedding venues.

There was one shoot in particular that I loved, where the light faded to a soft purple against the mountains. Getting to capture wedding photography at Plaisir is a treat.

One of my favourite things about photographing weddings at Plaisir is working with the tension between designed and natural beauty. This contrast easily creates moments of artistic and editorial wedding imagery. The textures, lines and patterns of older spaces can sit alongside cleaner contemporary architecture, while the surrounding landscape softens both. It means the photographs can move between something timeless and something distinctive.

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Frequently asked questions about wedding photography at Plaisir

Black and white film image of a groom fixing his bride's dress

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I have three packages for wedding photography at Plaisir, with couples spending an average of R30 000. Each package includes digital and film photography, access to my list of recommended service providers, timeline assistance, a physical print package and visionboarding. For the specific details of each package, please contact me directly.

Franschhoek falls within my service area. So there is no additional fee for travel.

Of course! I work with some incredible people within the industry. Please let me know what service you are looking for and I will happily recommend someone who I’ve worked with before. Alternatively, please look at SA Weddings for verified wedding vendors.