Month: October 2011

Conversation with wildlife and travel photographer Heinrich van den Berg

Do you sometimes stop to browse through a publication on the coffee table  – not wishing to be interrupted and in awe at the brilliant images of nature captured by the photographer? We stopped at the Photo and Film Expo and took the time to introduce ourselves to one such kind photographer Heinrich van den…


Rugby World Cup Final Referee Craig Joubert through the lens!

SA Referee Craig Joubert has been rewarded for his consistency and good refereeing during the Rugby World Cup by being chosen to referee the 2011 Rugby World Cup final between New Zealand and France in Auckland on Sunday. Joubert is following in the footsteps of another South African referee, André Watson, who handled the finals…


Photo and Film Expo 2011 at Coca-Cola Dome

The past weekend offered an opportunity to share with friends in the enjoyment of world class photography on exhibit at the Photo and Film Expo at Coca –Cola Dome in Johannesburg. A few of the regular contributors to the blog at Phototalk.co.za made their way to the Expo and shared some thoughts with a few…


Taking detail photos during weddings

In modern wedding photography photos of all the detail during a couples big day play a major role in a wedding package. Sadly this is still neglected  by many wedding photographers. In South Africa in certain areas photographers tend to concentrate more on the detail than in other areas by other photographers. Especially in the…


In Conversation with photographer, Peter McKellar

Some are fortunate to have been there, to have done the hard yards and then to pursue their passion for photography! One such talented photographer is Peter McKellar whom I have been fortunate to meet during a recent photo safari! I took the opportunity to ask him a few questions about himself and photography. Tell me something…


Photos from SAPS Open Day emphasize the importance of cooperation between emergency services

A fantastic day at Allen Glen High School in Wilgeheuwel Roodepoort was just the event to show the public how all the different role players compliment each other during an emergency situation. From a house breaking situation right through to a tactical response team that requires emergency medical assistance. An open day coordinated by the Honeydew…


Why has wildlife photography become so popular and are photographers chasing “golden light”?

If you have, like me, ever wondered about these questions, then I suggest you read Shem Compion‘s book. This is a brilliant book with lots of information for the beginner as well as professional Photographer. Insider’s Guide: Top Photography spots in South Africa. I quote from this book: “Digital cameras have made photography so much…


Well known sports photographer Christiaan Kotze robbed of equipment in New Zealand

As New Zealand politicians argued about who should take credit for the drop in crime rates in their country, several South African journalists were left counting the cost of becoming the victims of crime at the Rugby World Cup. Two South African photographers were robbed of R60 000 of equipment in Auckland early on Saturday…


Seeing the light – From Satara to Lower Sabie

The last two weeks I have been traveling with my big friend Jaap Wildeboer through the Kruger National Park. First we were in Satara and now in Lower Sabie. Jaap just took up Photography a month ago and while helping him to sort out his stuff I once again realized what it is that “newcomers”…


ABSA Currie Cup Player of Month of September Johan Goosen through the lens

Toyota Free State Cheetahs flyhalf Johan Goosen received the Absa Currie Cup Player of the Month award for September. Johan Goosen, the South African Under-20 flyhalf at the IRB’s Junior World Championships in Italy earlier this year, received the majority of the votes for his stand-out performances during the third month of the Absa Currie…