Spionkop Lodge Wedding near Winterton: Mark & Katy

April 17, 2019

I would like to welcome Mark & Katy to our blog today! This couple is from Winterton, and Katy’s family owns a farm close to the venue, Spionkop Lodge. I love travelling far for my weddings, as there’s such excitement in shooting at new venues.

This one brought back so many memories, as I grew up in the Colenso and Ladysmith area. My mind went straight back to my childhood days 30 years ago, so this wedding was special to me!

Gerrit, my right-hand wingman, was working his drone and video along with his assistant, Tayla, and Kayla from Misty Kisses was my second photographer for the day. It was the first time I had worked with such a big team of four!

Bridal Prep on the Family Farm

When we first arrived, we missed the sign for the family farm and went bundu bashing! After a few minutes of recalibrating, we finally found it. The girls were super excited as we began the shoot, while Kayla was busy with the boys at the venue.

A Beautifully Lit Reception Tent

By the time I got to the venue, the décor was ready to be captured. I was blown away by all the detail and the beautiful light bulbs in the reception tent. The flowers, design and authenticity of the décor were unreal.

An Emotional Ceremony

At the ceremony, there was not a dry eye in the crowd, and I could see that Katy and Mark are a special couple.

A Sunset Safari Shoot at Spionkop Game Farm

The creative shoot was so much fun, and we even got a free safari tour as we were taken to Spionkop Game Farm for the couple’s portraits. After riding through the trees to the top of the hill, we climbed out and suddenly realised we were right in the middle of the wildlife area. We didn’t stray too far from the Landy (just in case a rhino charged, haha!). In the end, the only wildlife we saw was a warthog family.

The sunset nature provided for the shoot was unreal, and so were the tones we got to work with. Katy and Mark were so much fun and such good sports.

A Reception Full of Wine and Laughter

The reception was filled with wine, laughter and lots of really good speeches. I got to enjoy my team and get to know them better over supper. We were definitely well looked after, and the night finished with a night shot near the ceremony area.

I thoroughly enjoyed myself and would redo this day any day! Thank you, Mark & Katy, for such a great day, and I wish you both only success in your future together!

Planning a Drakensberg or Countryside Wedding?

If you are planning a wedding around Winterton, the Drakensberg or anywhere in KwaZulu-Natal and are looking for a wedding photographer or wedding videographer who loves to travel, we would love to hear your story. You can also see Lennard & Eileen’s Brahman Hills wedding in Nottingham Road and Gilah & Linton’s farm wedding at Bellwood Cottages. You can also browse KZN wedding venues we have photographed.

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