Gosh, it's Monday already and here I am, seated in my usual nook, facing my computer, and feeling as though our drawn out 7-day holiday is now all but a faded memory.


We have been back for over a week and it has been a little busier than normal, but, that's what it's like at this time of year - things only seem to gather more momentum.


Just a quick post to announce that the bugs which had managed to infiltrate the blog before we departed are now under control, but, they have now migrated into my e-mails. I only discovered today there are 181 unopened mails that were lounging on the server.So apologies, as I am not ignoring you; I am merely getting there slowly, but, surely. Update: All emails have been attended to you, if you are still awaiting an email from me, if you would be so kind to resend it.


In any case, here's a few from the holiday and with any luck, full wedding blogging will resume!

...and hopefully some sunshine too.

Just wanted to let you know that we are away for a wee break and the studio will be closed until the 10 October 2011.

Please direct all price enquiries to the automated email address: prices@andreacarlylephotography.co.za, all other e-mails will be addressed on my return.


Have a great week ahead!

Ansuretha booked me just over three weeks ago and I'm so glad she did! 

Based on what Ansuretha had told me on the phone, I knew I would enjoy the day.  She also mentioned that it would be a small clique of their closest friends and because this was the second time round for both of them, it was going to be laid back wedding.

Everyone was so welcoming and Ansuretha and Zack couldn't have been more relaxed and down to earth about the whole occasion - just wanting to get married and celebrate with friends and family.

We're off to the coast next week, so these past couple of days have been spent wrapping up loose ends and being a tad on the crazy side. To-do lists galore.

One item on that inventory was to post Ansuretha's and Zack's wedding before we depart, but, the truth be told, I just didn't get the time to edit enough images for a blog post.

I do, however, have a compromise ...a quick sneak-peak, with a full post when I return.

The blog is looking a bit dodgy at the moment, with red crosses all over the place. Our server was upgraded and there is some bug that is causing havoc with the headings. This too will be addressed on our return. Thank you to all those loyal readers who have taken the time to bring this to my attention - much appreciated ;-).

The whole thing about capturing the true essence of a wedding is a rather strange concept, when you contemplate it.  The bride and groom invite a total stranger, with a nice camera, into their lives as well as that of their families'.
 
For one day you are privy to the family dynamics and honoured with the privilege of witnessing the anticipation, the nerves, the tears, the emotions and dearest moments of what they feel for each other. For one day, guests and relatives treat you as a family member; openly exposing their true selves in the hope that special moments will be captured in pictures to be treasured permanently.

Nicola and Slade, I thank you.   Your wedding was certainly one that will remain close to my heart, given your amazing, tight-knit troupe of family and friends, who came from all corners of the world, were also so much fun to be around.

Nicola rocked that Pronovios dress like no-one's business. 
I often wonder, when getting the dress fitted in some little up-market London boutique shop, how the dressmaker would react if he/she saw where this bespoke frock would be traipsed around in South Africa.  Well, not only did Nicola rock this exquisite gown, she was even able to gracefully outrun Oom Eddie in this dress :-).

...and finally, here you are, a glimpse from their wedding day.









 
The brooch on Nicola's boquet was from her 92 year old granny.
















On the right; Nicola's Dad's reaction when he saw Nicola in her dress.































A big shout out to Tracy and Florian, who recommended me to Nicola. I do not usually mention referrals on the blog, but, having past clients vouch for me to family and friends is truly the biggest compliment I could receive.

Those who prefer FB to blogs, then Nicola's and Slade's images can be seen here.

I am just posting an image from our week that was, with a random quote to match.