This was an extra special wedding for me to photograph. Faye is a close childhood friend and since she moved to Australia almost thirteen years ago I have seen her only once! I have known her dear family since I was eight and so to be there and be able to capture this wonderful celebration of these two – along with old friends and new, family and family friends – was such a privilege for me.

And a destination diasporan wedding is always a treat right? Introducing your friends to the wonders of your home country – be it the warm friendly people,  the crazy beautiful landscapes – the chaotic drive from Harare to Kariba town (fuel queues had started by then) – all leading up to the grandeur of Kariba. And lets not forget creme sodas in the sun! Having the chance to say your vows on home turf – and in Faye and Jim’s this case, with the lapping of the lake behind you, and hippos coming out to graze in the distance has to be a blessing on any marriage and so it was that Faye and Jim started their married life in the sweetest way possible. Surrounded by nature and mindful of every moment.

Thank you Faye and Jim for trusting in me to capture your beautiful day. It was such a pleasure to be part of it and to reconnect with you and your special people – and to meet the new ones!

P.S. On another personal level, Faye & Jim’s wedding also coincided closely with our decision to move back to Zimbabwe – and it marked the semi-official start of Matt and I working together as a photography / videography team! 🙂  After two incredibly chaotic months we have finally unpacked and we’re settling down – so a huge heartfelt thank you to Faye & Jim for being so super-patient with waiting for these photos!