Photographer capturing real people, honest moments & golden light. ✨ Families · Couples · Maternity · Portraits · Events 📍 Jeffreys Bay & surrounds 📞 0689 414 922 I shoot maternity, family, couple, portrait, and event sessions in natural light, because that's where people relax and stop performing for the camera. My philosophy is simple: authenticity in front of the lens, presence over posing. I'm not chasing the "perfect" pose; I'm chasing the real moment, the unguarded laugh, the quiet moment between two people who forgot the camera was there. I'm self-taught, and what I bring to every session isn't years of formal technique; it's genuine connection. Before I ever lift my camera, I make sure you feel safe enough to just be yourself. That's when the magic happens.
📸 Booking with Socio ZA Photography:
Frequently Asked Questions and Info 📸
A non-refundable deposit of 50% is due to confirm the booking. The remaining 50% is due on the day of the shoot via EFT or Cash. If we need to reschedule due to weather, I'll offer a new date and be as flexible as I can.
👗 WHAT TO WEAR
• Groups, couples & families: coordinate outfits — a similar palette looks incredible in photos.
• Avoid busy patterns & logos — they distract from the most important thing in the frame: YOU.
• Flowy dresses? Wind is your friend.
• If your outfit has pockets, leave the phone/keys out of them. Phone-shaped lumps tend to show up in ways nobody wants. 😄
💄 HAIR & BEAUTY
• If it's a beach or outdoor shoot — wind and salt water have their own agenda. Be prepared for the elements.
• Long hair: pack a hairband, hat or headband. If the wind picks up, we may need to tie hair back.
👶 IF YOU'RE BRINGING KIDS
• Busy bees welcome: bring their favourite toy or snack to help when needed.
• I adore working with kids of all ages and all personalities! Embrace the excitement and play with them during the session. Playful pics are the best!
• Sometimes kids have a tough day; we can't promise happy smiley photos when kiddies are sad, cold or unhappy. I'll do my best and bring a happy vibe but sometimes a close-up of croc tears might be all they are willing to give us. But please keep an eye near my gear. No touching or kicking props, and sandy hands away from the camera.
🙏 Damage to gear or props will be invoiced to parents.
🌤️ WEATHER
• Sessions are weather-dependent. If we need to reschedule, please know I do this to protect your photos and my equipment. I'll communicate as early as possible and be as flexible as I can.
• I check in the day before and the morning of, to confirm weather and timing.
• JBay wind picks up after 11am, so be prepared to brave wind for afternoon shoots and remember a jacket/jersey.
⚠️ SAFETY ⚠️
• High Tide and rip currents are a real danger; please make sure you, the furkids and your little ones are safe when we're near or in the water. We don't always work near Lifeguard stations.
• Valuables: We can't guard them for you; putting valuables down around the shoot is at your own risk. EXTRAS
• 🐾 Pets welcome: let me know in advance so I plan the session around them.
• If you have inspo pics, please share before the shoot. That way I arrive prepared and we get the most out of our time together. If something isn't possible, I'll always tell you.
• Someone always ends up in the water — pack a towel & bottle of water to rinse sandy feet, hands or faces.
• If you're the hangry type — no judgment, me too — pack a snack. 😄
⏰ TIMING
• Please arrive 5 minutes early so we can chat and make the most of your time. Late arrivals, lose that time from their session.
📁 RAW FILES
• I don't share raw or unedited files. Ever. • Raw photos aren't my final product and don't reflect my work, so this one's a hard no, no matter the reason.
🏷️ TAGGING
• Want to add your own filter before posting to Socials? Re-edited images don't reflect my work, so if you do add a filter, please don't tag me. For all socials without filters, feel free to tag Socio ZA Photography.
• I love sharing on Socials — I only post the best from each session. If you prefer to keep your session private, let me know and I'll happily make it a closed shoot. No judgement, no drama.
✨ ONE LAST THING ✨
I shoot natural and real. I believe you are beautiful as you are. I don't do body modification edits. What you bring to the shoot is what we celebrate. That includes laugh lines, freckles, hairy legs and all. If you're going for your best Venus-commercial-on-the-beach moment, you know what to do before we meet. 🪒
I'm pretty friendly, so feel free chat to me about any questions or ideas you have before your session.
📸 Imogene | Socio ZA Photography
