Biography
Hi, MY NAME IS MONIQUE!
I am a Cape Town based photographer filled with immense passion and love for photography and capturing beautifully intimate moments. I am a wife and mother to two little Boston Terriers and I loooove photography, animals, fitness and relaxing with my family with a glass of wine and a bowl of popcorn. I love exploring and capturing my life’s journey and you can follow my Instagram account to catch a glimpse: @monna_de_vries
I specialise in wedding, couple, family, fashion and lifestyle photography and look forward to hearing from you. Please feel free to contact me:
+27 82 455 8614 | monique@moniquedevriesphotography.co.za
MY JOURNEY
I grew up in the modelling and pageant industry, being a model and modelling teacher for 10 and 5 years respectively. I was a 2014 Mrs. South Africa semi-finalist and therefore I am very able to guide clients during a shoot. Through this exposure I developed a love for photography and started © 2016 Monique de Vries Photography! I have been a professional photographer since 2014.
Experiences
MY PHILOSOPHY AND APPROACH
I believe that having top class equipment is crucial and at the same time, the difference between a good and great image is how the equipment is used! I am fully capable of capturing your precious moments and use the following equipment to do so (I have an assistant to assist me with wedding photography if required):
Canon 1D Mark 4 (2 x batteries) | Canon 5D Mark 2 (3 x batteries) | Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens | Canon EF 24-70 mm f 2.8 L USM | Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM Lens | Canon EF 100mm F2.8 USM Macro | Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT | 4 x 32GB Sandisk Memory cards | Apple iMac and Lightroom CC Professional for editing.
My photography is more than just a collage of images; to me it’s a time capsule containing a history of love and beautiful moments. I understand that in order to capture beautiful moments I must create a relaxed environment and I have the natural inclination and industry experience to do so. I am a creative and gentle spirit and love to create a fun and relaxed environment.
A wedding day is the most special day of your life and many wonderful memories will be created which I will capture for you. All you need to do is relax and enjoy your perfect day while I shoot away. I believe that a photographer must work incognito in order to capture sincere moments and therefore I will be outside of the spotlight capturing those moments – let us make magic and create a fairy tale together!
MY STYLE
My style has been described as creative, fun, relaxed and professional. I prefer working with natural light but I am fully equipped for the evening sessions! I aim to produce a collage of both spontaneous and editorial images to find a balance between a natural and showpiece collection.
I work closely with my clients and as explained in My Philosophy and Approach above, I will guide you if you do not feel fully comfortable in front of a camera! I love to help and can also assist you in photography planning so that your investment is maximized!
I have never seen someone as passionate about capturing a special moment as this wonderful lady... Professional, warm hearted and makes you feel so comfortable. I would recommend her over and over again. She is truly amazing.
Le-Ronde Arendse-Jacobs
Truly wonderful experience to have worked with you... All natural beauty of the evening captured in all images... Thank you Monique for your talented work...
Shemiah Arries
She has the ability to capture a moment for what it trully is and that's unique about her. We instantly felt comforable and followed her guidance with every shot. Our photos always comes out better than we expected. I can't wait for the next one, Monique!
Charlise Smal
Monique is simply so talented... she makes you feel so at ease with her. She really walks the extra mile and makes you feel so special and beautiful. Would definitely recommend her for any occasion!! Love the photo's so far, can not wait to see everything!! Thanks for making our day so memorable! You are so talented!!
Marisa Veldsman
Waar begin mens om vir jou dankie te sê Monique?!
Jou werk is so mooi en geïnspireerd, woorde kannie beskryf hoe lief ons is vir die manier waarop jy die detail van ons troue gevang het nie.
Die fotos vertel die storie en bring elke gevoel van ons troudag terug. Jy het elke kosbare oomblik vas gevang. Ek kan eenvoudig nie ophou staar na elke liewe foto nie. Dankie dat jy soveel omgee en aandag gegee het in ons hele reis saam met jou. Ons kon nie vir ‘n beter fotograaf gevra het nie. Baie Baie dankie!!
Liezl Conradie
Monique, jou passie vir fotos neem is aansteeklik!!
Melanie Crozier
Monique has such an amazing talent. I could not have asked for a better photographer to capture our special moments at our wedding. She has a keen eye for detail, makes one feel comfortable & always puts her clients needs first. I am really beyond satisfied with the quality of our wedding photos. Keep up the good work.
Faith Joy February Bailey
Our family had the most amazing time on a Sunday afternoon. Monique is a brilliant photographer and has so much energy and ideas. She was willing to go the extra mile for us. Her glowing personality made us feel comfortable. Our little girl wasn't the easiest that day but Monique made the photoshoot seem so easy and it didn't bother her at all. Our photo's are beyond beautiful and I can't wait to see the rest. Thank you Lovepix Photography/ Monique for giving us the most beautiful memories to cherish. We enjoyed the photoshoot and will do it again and again and again.
