I have had numerous opportunities to photograph apartments within The Pearls of Umhlanga residential complex for interior decorators, estate agents and SA Home Owner magazine. The Pearls is a self-contained lifestyle development surrounded by magnificently landscaped grounds and exquisite views. But on this occasion it was to showcase its magnificence for sensational sales … [Read more...]
A Place Like Heaven
March 18, 2011 by 2 Comments
Zululami is the proposed new site for a residential estate development on the north coast of KwaZulu Natal, near Sheffield Beach. Zululami means "heaven" in the native Zulu language and I could suitably imagine how living here would make you feel you're in a place like heaven. A few weeks back I was privileged to take a helicopter flight to the 100 hectare area to achieve an … [Read more...]
The Pride of Mahogany
March 14, 2011 by 4 Comments
When you arrive at a home and your first impression is that of 'Wow' at the front door of incredible magnificence and then as we enter we are greeted with the fragrance of vanilla from the scented candles and the most welcoming home owner ... so eager to show off her sensational home. It really is such a pleasure to showcase a home for owners who are so proud in so many good … [Read more...]
A Union of Retro and Industrial
March 10, 2011 by 12 Comments
It really is such a pleasure to capture imagery that shows the heart, passion and hard work of the home owner. This was definitely the case in this one bedroom apartment in Glenwood, Durban, where the owner, being in the building and construction business, took on the project of making this old run down apartment a face-lift second to none. Things like taking out the wooden … [Read more...]
Aerial Photography Showcase
February 18, 2011 by 14 Comments
I had the pleasure this week to get the opportunity to undertake some aerial photography of some specific buildings which took me on an extended route over the greater Durban area. In the process I also shot some great overall images showcasing those elements of Durban not often seen from the perspective of directly overhead. These images are captured in a Robinson RH22 … [Read more...]
Mercedes Benz Durban
February 10, 2011 by 5 Comments
6 years ago I purchased a pre-owned vehicle (not a Mercedes unfortunately) from the NMI Motor Dealership in Old Fort Road and all those years back, in my early appreciate for architecture and the photographic capture there of, was quite taken by this car showroom and how well it showcases the vehicles for a motor dealership that is practically in the city CBD. Mercedes-Benz, … [Read more...]
The Gorge – Changing Views
January 20, 2011 by 9 Comments
If you want to change your view of your city living and experience the spectacular sandstone cliffs and nature at it's best as you listen to the river bending it's way through the gorge below, then I'd seriously recommend The Gorge Private Game Lodge and Spa. Situated just a short 2 hour drive from Durban with stone rondawels perched on the hillside overlooking the Oribi Gorge, … [Read more...]
Out of the Urban Box
November 17, 2010 by 4 Comments
I accredit a great deal of my success as an architectural photographer to Metropole Architects as it was Nigel Tarboton, one of their senior architects, who gave me the initial boost, a good few years ago now, in giving me opportunity to photograph one of their completed homes. I have never looked back and love the capture of architectural design. It just so happens that, to … [Read more...]
An Architectural Masterclass
November 14, 2010 by Leave a Comment
What draws me with childlike excitement to the amazing experiences of the photography of architecture is ultimately great architecture. The homes designed by Feeu Architects, part of the Extra Dimensions Property Group are sensational, extremely photogenic and provide for some interesting imagery. What I really enjoy about these homes is the workmanship and finish of the … [Read more...]
Hello Charlie Brown!
November 10, 2010 by Leave a Comment
When I photograph a building and the fantastic interior decor that accompanies it, my aim is to always capture it in the best possible light. At times some of the light with the greatest mood is during or just after a storm - or in this case it's during a quick period that the rain took a break from the torrential down pour we've been experiencing over the past few days. It was … [Read more...]