28 March 2026


Meeke & Mauritz


There are some people who just seem to find their way back to each other.


The kind of love that feels soft and warm, familiar and steady. The kind that makes you think, if there really were a thousand lifetimes, I think these two would find each other in every single one.


That is Meeke & Maurits.


And somehow, Tulbagh felt like the perfect place for their wedding.


I have always had such a soft spot for Tulbagh weddings. There is something about the energy here that is difficult to put into words — the mountains, the wide-open spaces, the beautiful light and that feeling that everything slows down just a little. The energy and the vibes are simply on another level.


But on this particular day, it was the people who made it special.


Getting to photograph Meeke & Maurits was especially meaningful because they are my friends. There is something incredibly precious about being trusted to document such an important chapter in the lives of people you know and love — getting to see them in a completely different season of their relationship and preserve the little moments that make their love theirs.


Their day felt much like their relationship does: warm, genuine and effortless.


There was a softness surrounding them that never really left. In the way they looked at each other, the way they moved through the day together and the way they seemed to find one another again and again, even with everything happening around them.


And maybe that is what I loved most about photographing them.


In the middle of all the excitement, all the people, all the beautiful surroundings and everything that comes with a wedding day, there was always just them. Two people who seemed completely at home with each other.


It is the kind of love I hope everyone gets to experience at least once.


The kind that feels like coming home.


Meeke & Maurits, I feel incredibly lucky that I got to photograph this chapter of your story — not only as your photographer, but as your friend.


And if I had to choose a place for a love like yours to be celebrated, I think Tulbagh was a pretty perfect choice.


Some loves are beautiful.


Some loves are unforgettable.


And some feel like the kind of love that would find each other in every lifetime.

 

Elegant black and white wedding reception table setting with crystal glasses, candles, and floral centerpieces.
Elegant wedding reception long table with white cross-back chairs, greenery runner, and glassware in a rustic venue.
Elegant wedding reception table with candles, crystal glasses, and greenery garland on a rustic wooden farm table.
Two groomsmen in white shirts and suspenders help each other prepare for a wedding ceremony indoors.
Groom in vest and tie stands on wooden balcony overlooking lush green landscape on wedding day.
A smiling groom in a vest stands on a rustic balcony surrounded by lush greenery and scenic countryside views.
Two bridesmaids in mint dresses carry white wedding items down outdoor stairs surrounded by lush greenery.
Two women in pajamas chat in kitchen during bridal morning preparations, one holding water glass.
Three women in striped pajamas laugh together in a kitchen during bridal party getting-ready photos.
Black and white photo of groomsmen sitting on stone steps outside a classic white building before a wedding ceremony.
Groom and groomsmen in suspenders and bow ties pose outdoors under a large tree at a rustic wedding.
Groom and groomsmen in brown suits with suspenders walking outdoors under a large tree at a rustic wedding.
Man in vest writing at outdoor deck table overlooking lush forest landscape in black and white.
Bride sits at vanity mirror getting ready for wedding in black and white photo.
Bride in striped pajamas checks mirror while makeup artist applies hairspray during wedding prep.
Delicate white roses in full bloom against a soft blurred background in a garden setting.
Black and white photo of a person sitting on a wooden deck overlooking rolling vineyard hills in a serene countryside setting.
Black and white photo of a groom's suit jacket with boutonniere hanging on a vintage wooden armoire.
A groom's brown suit jacket with boutonniere hangs on a wooden armoire in a rustic wedding venue.
Bridesmaids in pajamas and heart sunglasses enjoy coffee mugs on a bed before the wedding.
Bridesmaids in striped pajamas relax on a bed with heart sunglasses and coffee mugs before the wedding.
Groom in brown vest and tie sits in vintage chair holding glass of whiskey, black and white wedding photo.
Woman in black dress fastening cufflinks on groom wearing brown vest before wedding ceremony.
Black and white photo of a woman helping a groom pin a boutonniere on his suit jacket before his wedding.
A woman pins a floral boutonniere on a groom in a brown suit and floral tie before his wedding.
Groom reveals photo of loved one tucked inside suit jacket pocket as heartfelt wedding day tribute.
Scenic vineyard landscape with yucca plants in foreground and mountains under blue sky.
Black and white photo of two women getting ready for a wedding in a rustic thatched room.
Close-up black and white detail of lace embroidered wedding dress laid on satin bed.
Close-up detail of off-shoulder wedding gown with delicate floral lace and pearl embroidery.
Bride in an off-shoulder lace wedding gown with elegant updo and crystal earrings on her wedding day.
Mother in floral pink dress helping bride fasten her white lace wedding gown in rustic thatched venue.
Close-up of bride wearing pearl earrings in a lace off-shoulder wedding dress with updo hairstyle.
Black and white photo of a bride in a white gown standing by a window in an elegant room on her wedding day.
Bridesmaid in floral dress helping bride with her white lace gown in a rustic thatched interior.
Black and white photo of bride in white gown with female guest in rustic thatched roof interior.
Elegant bride in off-shoulder white lace wedding gown posing in a rustic thatched roof room.
Smiling bride in an off-shoulder floral lace wedding gown posing in a rustic lodge room.
Bride in off-shoulder white gown admires her reflection in a wooden wardrobe mirror inside a rustic lodge room.
Bride in off-shoulder white lace wedding gown with floral appliques and sweetheart neckline, hands clasped at waist.
Elderly woman in black jacket standing on wooden porch of rustic thatched cottage surrounded by lush greenery.
Emotional bride and older woman sharing a heartfelt hug during wedding preparations indoors.
Groom sees bride in lace off-shoulder wedding dress for the first time in a rustic thatched room.
Bride and groom sharing a tender embrace inside a rustic lodge room on their wedding day.
Two bridesmaids in black dresses laugh together in rustic thatched-roof bedroom before wedding ceremony.
Three bridesmaids in colorful dresses laughing joyfully in a thatched-roof room during wedding preparations.
Four bridesmaids in colorful dresses laughing and holding hands joyfully during wedding preparations indoors.
Groom in a brown suit standing confidently on a garden path surrounded by lush green trees.
Two women in elegant green and orange dresses walking down the aisle at an outdoor garden wedding ceremony.
Bridesmaids in black and rust gowns walk down a lush garden path lined with tropical plants and trees.
Bridesmaid in rust orange gown holds white bouquet while walking through a sunlit garden ceremony aisle.
Bride in white gown with veil and groom in blue suit walk together along a lush garden pathway.
Bride in lace wedding gown with veil holds bouquet beside groom in garden ceremony setting.
Black and white photo of groom lifting bride's veil during an intimate first look in the forest.
Bride wearing veil holding colorful bouquet standing beside father in blue suit in garden setting.
Bride walks down an outdoor garden wedding aisle lined with lush green trees and seated guests.
Bride and groom at outdoor wedding ceremony under lush green trees with guests seated on wooden benches.
Bride in white gown and veil holds colorful bouquet beside groom in blue suit at outdoor wedding ceremony.
Bride in white gown with bouquet walking down the aisle with escort at outdoor garden ceremony.
Bride and groom stand together smiling in lush green outdoor wedding setting.
Bride and groom smile together at outdoor garden wedding ceremony surrounded by lush green trees.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a tender moment during outdoor wedding ceremony.
Wedding guests seated outdoors under trees smiling during ceremony, bridesmaids in rust and burgundy dresses.
A bridesmaid in an off-shoulder sage green dress sits on a wooden bench beside a bouquet of peach and white flowers.
Bride and groom exchange vows outdoors with stunning mountain backdrop during wedding ceremony.
Black and white photo of smiling wedding guests seated outdoors during a garden wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony outdoors under lush green trees with guests seated watching couple exchange vows against mountain backdrop.
Bride and groom sharing a tender embrace during their outdoor wedding ceremony under a large tree.
Bride in off-shoulder lace gown with veil gazes at groom during outdoor wedding ceremony.
Bride and groom share romantic kiss outdoors with mountain landscape behind them.
Smiling groom holds bride's hands under green trees with dramatic misty mountains in the background on wedding day.
Bride raising her hand during outdoor wedding ceremony vows while groom stands beside her under trees.
Bride raises hand during outdoor wedding ceremony in black and white photo.
Bride and groom walk back down the aisle after ceremony through cheering guests in a garden.
Newlyweds walking hand in hand down outdoor aisle as guests celebrate with confetti in lush garden setting.
Smiling bride and groom holding hands walking through garden aisle lined with cheering wedding guests.
Bride and groom share first kiss as newlyweds surrounded by cheering guests on tree-lined path.
Wedding party poses under large evergreen tree with groomsmen in suspenders and bridesmaids in earth tones.
Wedding party walks together outdoors, bridesmaids in burgundy dresses and groomsmen in suspenders.
Joyful wedding party laughs and celebrates outdoors holding colorful bridal bouquets.
Happy wedding party group hugs bride and groom under tall evergreen trees.
Bride poses with five bridesmaids in mismatched earth-tone dresses holding white and orange bouquets.
Bride in white gown turns to smile while standing with bridesmaids in earthy-toned dresses outdoors.
Bride in white gown sitting on grass holding orange bouquet with bridesmaid in brown dress nearby.
Laughing bride in lace wedding dress shares joyful moment with bridesmaids in black and white.
Black and white photo of bridesmaids tenderly touching smiling bride's face in a garden setting.
Bride and groom walk hand in hand across green lawn smiling at each other after wedding.
Elegant bridal veil with floral lace trim spread across green grass in dappled sunlight.
Black and white intimate photo of bride and groom kissing under veil showing wedding ring.
Black and white photo of bride and groom playfully running across a grassy park after their wedding.
Black and white photo of bride and groom walking hand in hand through a tree-lined garden.
Artistic black and white aerial shot of bride and groom lying on steps at their wedding.
Aerial view of bride and groom lying together on a dark surface in wedding attire.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand across green lawn toward weeping willow trees at golden hour.
Bride and groom share a romantic moment on a cobblestone path beneath a weeping willow tree.
Black and white romantic photo of newlyweds embracing on a stone path under weeping willow trees.
Bride and groom make a grand entrance into their rustic wedding reception as guests cheer and celebrate.
Wedding guest laughs and claps during reception speeches beside stone wall with string lights above.
Wedding reception guests laughing at long wooden table decorated with candles and flowers under warm string lights.
Black and white wedding reception photo of guests seated under rustic thatched ceiling with string lights.
Black and white photo of bride in strapless lace gown holding grooms hand at reception table.
Guests clinking champagne flutes in a toast at an elegant candlelit wedding reception.
Black and white photo of diners gathered at tables inside a rustic restaurant viewed through glass doors.
Bride and groom share their first dance under twinkling fairy lights at a rustic wedding reception.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a romantic dip dance at their wedding reception.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing first dance under string lights at wedding reception.
Couple dancing joyfully under warm string lights at rustic indoor wedding reception venue.
Bride and groom playfully posing together on dance floor during lively wedding reception under string lights.
Black and white photo of bride dancing joyfully with older woman under fairy lights at wedding reception.
Bride in white strapless gown dances with bridesmaid in rust dress under string lights at wedding reception.
Guests dancing joyfully at a warmly lit rustic wedding reception venue.
Bride in white dress takes photo of guests dancing at rustic wedding reception with warm string lights.
Groomsmen and guests dance joyfully at a rustic wedding reception decorated with string lights.
Woman in orange top serving candy toppings at a dessert bar, with colorful sprinkles and chocolates on display.
Couple sharing a romantic first dance surrounded by guests at a rustic wedding.
Bride standing on chair in white gown assisted by bridesmaids and groom at rustic wedding venue with fairy lights.
Groom in white shirt and brown pants shares first dance with bride at romantic reception.
Young girl using a soft serve ice cream machine at a dessert shop counter with toppings nearby.
Bride in strapless white gown dancing energetically with female guest at wedding reception.
Bride in white gown dances joyfully with a guest in green dress at lively wedding reception.
Bride and groom share first dance in elegant rustic venue adorned with twinkling string lights.