Lauren Pretorius Photography

Lauren Pretorius Photography Cape Town wedding Photographer. Honest Photographic Storytelling - Inspired by love and documenting your big day OH HEY THERE! My name is Lauren.

I am a born and bred Capetonian, animal lover, plant hoarder, wine drinker and a photographer. When I am not photographing weddings I like to spend my time taking my dogs for walks in the park, hiking, drinking wine, playing card games and collecting unusual plants. I am also a volunteer wild land firefighter and spend a lot of time during the hot season, on the fire line! I take too many photogr

aphs of my cats and I am obsessed with dinosaurs and podcasts. My photographic journey started in 2006 in high school, and after many years of studying, assisting and second shooting with other photographers, I photographed my first wedding in 2014 and have been madly in love with photographing them ever since. I left my full time job in 2016 and am incredibly lucky to be photographing weddings full time since then. I currently have over 150 weddings under my belt and I still fall madly in love with documenting them every time I photograph one. Having the opportunity to photograph a wedding, is something so so special and something so incredible. Not only is each wedding COMPLETELY unique, I love the whirlwind of emotions and the little moments going on in-between everything. MY FAVOURITE KIND OF MOMENTS ARE THE REAL ONES! Those spontaneous and organic moments are important to me, and that is why I like to take a non-intrusive approach to photographing your wedding day. However, should there be a spot of perfect light that will add an extra level of magic to your photographs, I may ask you to go stand there for some beautiful portrait or couple photographs. My work is about so much more than creating a series of pinterest perfect images. Its about the real-ness of your wedding day. It's about the moments of laughter, and the moments when the emotions become too much. Moments of love, silliness and those moments of complete and utter euphoria. The missed moments and the love shared between two families. I photograph what I see. It is real, raw and 100% honest.

Hi Folks!So its that time of season where i stick my face on the insta-grid and tell you a little bit more about myself....
09/05/2025

Hi Folks!

So its that time of season where i stick my face on the insta-grid and tell you a little bit more about myself.

So....

Hi, I am Lauren and I am the face behind this photography page.

When not photographing weddings you can find me volunteering for Volunteer Wildfire Services, drinking wine, wandering around markets or cuddling my fur-children (yes, my dogs and cats are my sweet angel babies).

My approach to weddings is plain and simple... I photograph what i see and without the fluff. I dont believe in overly posed, staged or pinterest styled images. The beauty lies in the people... the stories and connection they share. I grew up obsessed with stories and family history and photographs and i am so happy and so fortunate that i get to document peoples stories today.

But anyway, thats enough about me. If this small little tit bit about myself resonates with you, please reach out.

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Izelle and KobusAn intimate celebration ended with dinner under the stars. 
Izelle and Kobus’ wedding was a sweet affair...
06/05/2025

Izelle and Kobus

An intimate celebration ended with dinner under the stars. 

Izelle and Kobus’ wedding was a sweet affair with a focus on people, love and celebration.

Thank you for allowing me to be a part of it.

Thank you to the following people for making this day possible:

Venue: 
Wedding Dress: 
Flowers: 
Decor: by Bride
Grooms Suit: 
Stationery: Nicola Smit
Live Music: Christiaan Hartman
                                     

lauren_pretorius_photographyA lovely couple and puppy session on the beach which ended with us watching a stunt double d...
08/04/2025

lauren_pretorius_photography
A lovely couple and puppy session on the beach which ended with us watching a stunt double do 'stunt-y stuff' for a movie.

N & SA day filled with fun, laughter and games… this wedding was a party for all involved and i am so excited that i got...
02/04/2025

N & S

A day filled with fun, laughter and games… this wedding was a party for all involved and i am so excited that i got to be a part of it.

Thank you to the following people for making this day possible:
Planning: 
Venue: 
Cake: 
Photography: 
Video: 
Stationery: .by.eb 
Hair and Make-up: 
Furniture, Decor, Floral & Lighting: 
DJ: 
Keg Hire: 
Casino Games: gaming events 
Marriage Officer:
                                       

A lekker jol, on a lekker farm with lekker people.Megan and Ruan's wedding was one to remember.Thank you to the followin...
19/03/2025

A lekker jol, on a lekker farm with lekker people.

Megan and Ruan's wedding was one to remember.

Thank you to the following people for making this incredible day possible:


254 catering





Paperchefs




Bianca & LaurensA romantic affair filled with good food, close friends and family and a coordinated family dance!Thank y...
07/03/2025

Bianca & Laurens

A romantic affair filled with good food, close friends and family and a coordinated family dance!

Thank you to the following people for making this day possible:
















I have been a little scarce, but wedding season is in full swing and i have been so lucky to have a full season.I wanted...
20/02/2025

I have been a little scarce, but wedding season is in full swing and i have been so lucky to have a full season.

I wanted to pop on here and share one of my favourite images from Kerry and Stevens wedding at

Just before their ceremony began the wind picked up and caused the capes on Kerrys dress to fly all over the place resulting in this photograph. I dont know why, but i absolutely love it.

Micaela & AJWe had to postpone this shoot a few times due to the insane wind in Cape Town, but thank goodness we did, be...
22/01/2025

Micaela & AJ

We had to postpone this shoot a few times due to the insane wind in Cape Town, but thank goodness we did, because we sure got an INSANE sunset

A + RFeaturing bows, tears, love celebration and so much thoughtful-ness... What a wedding to to kick the year off with....
14/01/2025

A + R

Featuring bows, tears, love celebration and so much thoughtful-ness... What a wedding to to kick the year off with.

Thank you to the following suppliers for making this incredible day possible:


Porium - Oyster Shucking
by.eb

co.za

T + RA feast for the eyes and soul at the gorgeous  .I cannot wait to share more from this amazing wedding.Thank you to ...
10/01/2025

T + R

A feast for the eyes and soul at the gorgeous .

I cannot wait to share more from this amazing wedding.

Thank you to the following people for making this day possible:












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G & JAn intimate gathering on a private farm in Somerset West.Georgie & Jed's love story is a special one and it was suc...
07/01/2025

G & J

An intimate gathering on a private farm in Somerset West.

Georgie & Jed's love story is a special one and it was such an honor to be able to celebrate it with them and their families.

Thank you to the following people for making this day possible:




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Monday 08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 16:00
Sunday 08:00 - 16:00

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