Children

Nkanyezi ➳ Cake Smash /  by Abigail Smith

There’s something truly magical about watching a little one turn one — that beautiful in-between space where babyhood is slowly making room for toddlerhood. And little Nkanyezi brought all the magic with him.

With twinkling eyes, a giggle that echoed through the trees, and the most adorable afro, he lit up our entire forest location with pure joy.

His cake smash was more than just a milestone; it was a celebration of life, laughter, and presence. Every crumb-covered grin and icing-smeared finger reminded me of how beautifully children invite us back into the moment — back into simplicity and joy.

Photographing this session outdoors, surrounded by the serenity of nature, added such a soulful depth. The forest became a quiet witness to the celebration of this little light—Nkanyezi—whose name, meaning star, felt especially fitting as he sparkled with happiness in every frame.

This is why I do what I do: to capture not just a photo, but the spirit of a child, the essence of a moment, and the love that surrounds it all.

Happy first birthday, Nkanyezi. May you always laugh as freely and shine as brightly as you did on this special day. 🌟

Sinakhokonke ➳ Cake Smash /  by Abigail Smith

Sinakhokonke’s Cake Smash

There’s something incredibly sacred about witnessing a little one turn one. It’s not just a milestone—it’s a celebration of life, growth, and the divine unfolding of a tiny soul’s first year on Earth.

Sweet Sinakhokonke came into the studio with eyes full of wonder and a smile that could melt the hardest of hearts. From the moment we began, he gifted us with expression after expression—wide-eyed curiosity, bursts of giggles, and those cheeky little grins that only a one-year-old can give.

And when we brought out the cake? Pure joy. He dove in with enthusiasm, delighting in the sheer fun of making a mess. His laughter reminding us of the simple beauty in being fully present, fully alive.

Every session I capture holds a deeper meaning for me. As a spiritual life coach and photographer, I see more than just a cute baby and a cake. I see a soul just beginning their journey… a child named Sinakhokonke—which means We have everything—already living up to his name. He came into this world carrying light, laughter, and the promise of something special.

It’s a humbling thought: that this little boy will one day grow into a man with his own dreams, gifts, and purpose. And right now, in these sweet and sacred moments, we celebrate the beginning of that journey.

Happy first birthday, Sinakhokonke. May your days be filled with joy, your steps guided by love, and your spirit always rooted in the truth of who you are.

Olivia & Sylvia ➳ Lifestyle Session /  by Abigail Smith

The first principles of the camera were written down around between 470-390 BC and belong to the Chinese philosopher Mozi, he referred to this device as a “collecting plate” or charmingly … a “locked treasure room”.

The camera or the concept has been around for an astonishingly long time and painstakingly perfected, today basically everyone has a camera with them at any given moment, why I wonder? I think as humans we’ve always wanted to capture, freeze in time, relive and share the memories of our experiences that which is most important and precious to us. I cannot think of a better use of this incredible invention than to freeze in time the ages and stages of the ones we most love.

Capturing these little treasures just going about their every day little lives made for one of my favourite session ever… how can it be work when you’re having so much fun 😜I like to think of mom and dad looking back on these photos years from now and feeling their hearts swell with love remembering their girls at this precious age.

Siyamukela ➳ Cake Smash /  by Abigail Smith

This little guy was having a really serious day, we didn’t get many smiles out of him despite us pulling out our funniest moves from behind the camera… but he for sure made us laugh with all his comical antics… like drinking his bath water and the funny faces he pulled at the bubbles :) Mom asked for some family pics, a pic with his nanny and his really big brother who is home from Cape Town during lockdown. I guess there are bright sides to lockdown!