Ashley Chapman

There’s something magical about family photoshoots when they’re filled with real connection and laughter — not stiff poses and forced smiles. When I met up with Monique and her beautiful family for their photoshoot at the iconic Majik Forest in Durbanville , I knew I wanted to approach it a little differently. This wasn’t going to be one of those “everyone stand in a line and smile at the camera” sessions. Instead, I wanted to create space for the family to just be themselves

There’s something truly special about returning to photograph familiar faces — both human and equine. When Bianca reached out for another photoshoot, I couldn’t have been more excited. I’d had the pleasure of photographing her and her beautiful horse, Kwela, before, and this time I got to meet the newest member of her equine family — Storm, a striking black SA Boerperd with a presence as bold as his name suggests. Equine Photography in Cape Town. The shoot took place at the g

Christmas is just around the corner — that time of year when the air feels a little lighter, the evenings glow a little warmer, and we start searching for that perfect gift  to show our loved ones how much they mean to us. While the stores fill with the usual candles, gadgets, and last-minute gift sets, there’s one present that stands out above the rest — a photoshoot gift voucher . Lifestyle photography in Cape Town. Unlike material gifts that eventually fade or get forgotte

There are some photoshoots that feel like they belong in a movie — where every detail, every laugh, and every glimmer of sunlight seems to align perfectly. This matric dance session at the breath-taking Rupert & Rothschild Estate was exactly that kind of magic. From the moment we arrived, we were spoiled with beauty in every direction — the lush rose-covered walls, the manicured flower gardens, and the majestic mountain views that framed it all so effortlessly. It was as if w

Every year, for just a fleeting few weeks, nature gifts Cape Town with something truly breath-taking — fields of soft pink and white flowers that transform the landscape into a dreamy sea of colour. It’s a sight that feels almost otherworldly. The light seems to soften, the air carries a sweet scent, and everything around you slows down just enough to make you stop and appreciate it. As a Cape Town pet photographer , this time of year is one of my favourites — a season that r

Some shoots feel like they’re touched with a little bit of magic, and this equine session with three sisters and their beloved horses at...

There are certain moments in a photographer’s journey that stand out — the ones that leave a smile lingering long after the shoot is...

There’s something truly magical about Cape Town—it’s a place where the beauty of nature meets timeless romance. Recently, I had the...

There’s something truly special about capturing a matric dance – it’s not just about the stunning outfits and elegant details, but also...

When it comes to telling a brand’s story, visuals are everything. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing a branding session for...

It’s that time of year again – the season of matric dances, where excitement buzzes in the air, corsages are carefully pinned, and proud...

There’s something truly special about photographing people with their pets — the bond is unspoken, but it radiates through every look,...

Some photoshoots simply feel like magic from start to finish — and Phili’s birthday shoot was one of those. From sweeping mountain views...

Every year around this time, Cape Town transforms. The landscapes shift into a painter’s canvas of wildflowers, canola fields, and...

There’s something special about graduation shoots – the excitement, the relief, and the pure joy of finally reaching such a huge...

There are certain shoots that feel like they were taken straight out of a storybook, and my recent session with Nicole and her sweet...

There’s something magical about spring in Cape Town. The air feels lighter, the landscapes burst into colour, and every corner of the...

Spring has officially arrived in Cape Town, and with it comes longer days, warmer light, and fields bursting with life. As a...

There is something undeniably magical about horses. Their power, elegance, and gentle nature make them captivating subjects—yet...

For many of us, our dogs aren’t just pets—they’re family. They’re our loyal companions, our daily source of joy, and in many ways, our...