A couple in wedding attire walks through a serene green meadow with trees in the background at sunset.

Bride and groom sitting in a small row boat on still clear water. there are mountains in the background

Bride, groom and bridal party in a field with mountains in the background and everyone is dancing and being silly

Outdoor garden wedding scene with light colored suits against blue sky backdrop.

A flowing white wedding dress twirls dramatically in a sunlit forest setting during golden hour.

Wedding party poses in a lush garden setting with elegant formal attire and natural greenery backdrop.

bride and groom walking next to a river with mountains in the background

Wedding couple walking down tree-lined path with small dog following behind.

Couple stands among rocky coastal landscape with dramatic mountain range in background.

Wedding couple embraces in garden with majestic mountain backdrop.

A celebration on a sunlit lawn with people dancing together in colorful dresses.

CAPE TOWN WEDDING & LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER

PHOTOGRAPHY DRIVEN BY CONNECTION, PEOPLE & FEELING

Hi, my name is Lauren

Real and Raw is my Vibe

Black and white candid portrait showing joyful expression and floral earrings.

I am a Cape Town based wedding and elopement photographer and the face behind Lauren Pretorius Photography.

I am driven by a deep connection to people and their stories, I am passionate about capturing images that are not only beautiful but also reflect the true essence of the individuals in them.

My approach to documenting weddings is natural and unobtrusive, focusing on highlighting the moments that truly matter throughout the day.

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HAVE A LOOK AT SOME OF MY WORK...

De Uijlenes Wedding Photographed by Lauren Pretorius Photography

WEDDINGS

Silhouettes against misty mountain peak during golden hour.

COUPLES

Couple relaxing on wooden boardwalk overlooking serene lake landscape.

FAMILY & MATERNITY

A joyful celebration on a black and white checkered dance floor at a wedding reception.

kind words

Megan & Ruan

“WOW WOW WOW - at a complete loss for words ! these are EXCEPTIONAL !

You captured the day so perfectly - The love, happiness and fun is brought to life by these photos. Ruan and I adore every single one of them and we have just been scrolling through them non- stop ! It's so wonderful to re-live such a special day ! I wish we could do it all over again!!!

I can't thank you enough for being a part of our special day, as well as capturing it SO SO beautifully.

You are talented beyond words!”

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