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Duane Smith Photography

Wedding Photographer in Cape Town

 

Duane Smith Photography

I’m a wedding photographer known for my calm, considered approach and deep respect for genuine moments. I began my photographic journey while travelling abroad in 2003 and photographed my first wedding in 2007. What started as curiosity quickly became a lifelong craft. Over the years, my work has taken me across Europe, the United States, Mauritius, and throughout Africa.

With more than 700 weddings documented and over 15 years of experience behind me, I bring a quiet assurance to every celebration I photograph. A wedding also shaped my life in a deeply personal way. While photographing a friend’s wedding, I met my future wife — the maid of honour — in a moment that would ultimately change the course of my life. Today, we live in the wine valley of Somerset West with our three daughters and a lively household filled with animals and energy. I work with a documentary sensibility, blending gentle guidance with an unobtrusive presence. My imagery is heartfelt and timeless, created for couples who value authenticity, emotion, and refined editorial elegance. The result is a collection of photographs that preserve not only how a wedding looked, but how it truly felt.

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Kendall & Stephen

Kendall & Stephen

Prepare to fall in love with Kendall & Stephen's enchanting and intimate elopement, where romance blossoms against the captivating backdrop of Table Mountain's majestic beauty!

A Luxurious Weekend Away at the Grande Roche Hotel

A Luxurious Weekend Away at the Grande Roche Hotel

Join us for a magical experience at the Grande Roche Hotel celebrating all things love with our fabulous Top 10 #SAWCOTY2022 finalists!

The Masterful Media Team Behind SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022 Gala Event

The Masterful Media Team Behind SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022 Gala Event

Capturing all the love and all the memories at this years’ #SAWCOTY2022 was a media team like no other!

Glamour, Elegance and Makeup Magic at #SAWCOTY2022

Glamour, Elegance and Makeup Magic at #SAWCOTY2022

Meet the Stellar Hair and Makeup Team who pampered and prepped our beautiful brides for SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022 Gala Event

Delicious Delights at SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022

Delicious Delights at SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022

Get a taste of the cream of the culinary crop who treated our guests to a foody experience like no other!

Meet the Dream Setup Team from #SAWCOTY2022!

Meet the Dream Setup Team from #SAWCOTY2022!

From the stage, sound, lighting and live streaming to the tent setup and an EPIC dance floor!

SA Weddings Couple of the Year Live Entertainment

SA Weddings Couple of the Year Live Entertainment

Living it up at the #SAWCOTY2022 with some of the best live entertainment in the industry!

The Dazzling Decor of #SAWCOTY2022

The Dazzling Decor of #SAWCOTY2022

Take a dive into the glitz and glamour of this year's event of the season - SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022!

Crowning The First SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022

Crowning The First SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022

Step into a world of glamour, romance, and extravagance as we take you on a journey through the enchanting night of the first official Couple of the Year 2022 Gala Event.

Fabulous Friday at SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022

Fabulous Friday at SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022

Welcoming the first SA Weddings Couple of the Year 2022, take a look into our legendary Friday Night Dinner L'Atrium at Grande Roche Hotel.

Andrew and Mante

Andrew and Mante

Take a look at Andrew and Mantes' Real Wedding held at the Cavalli Estate nestled below the majestic Helderberg Mountain.

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How To Choose A Wedding Photographer

Choosing a wedding photographer is easy when you follow our tips on choosing the perfect wedding photographer. We explain wedding photography styles and hot current photo trends.

Kendall and Daniel

Kendall and Daniel

Kendall & Daniel's Real Wedding

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Engagement Shoot Go To Guide

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Kelly and Steven

Kelly and Steven

Kelly and Steven's Engagement Shoot

Amber and Marina

Amber and Marina

Amber & Marina's Real Wedding

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Top 5 Cape Town Based Photographers

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The Top 5 Must-Have Wedding Photos!

The Top 5 Must-Have Wedding Photos!

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Andrea & Sean

Andrea & Sean

Andrea and Sean's Real Wedding

Groom Inspiration

Groom Inspiration

“Putting on a beautifully designed suit elevates my spirit, extols my sense of self, and helps define me as a man to whom details matter.” – Gay Talese

Favourite Finds: Saying Hello to our new Photographers!

Favourite Finds: Saying Hello to our new Photographers!

“In photography there is a reality so subtle that it becomes more real than reality.” — Alfred Stieglitz

Yolandi and Chris

Yolandi and Chris

Yolandi and Chris's Real Wedding

Justine and Ryan

Justine and Ryan

Justine and Ryan's engagement shoot

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