Get to know me
Hey, my name is Tanya.
The people closest to me call me Tan… or Flo.
I grew up in Cape Town in a big family. My twin sister and I are the youngest of five, so life was never quiet, and I think that’s where my love for connection and storytelling really began.
I’ve moved around more times than I can count, but I’ve found my way back home to the Cape, this time settling in the Winelands, where life feels a little slower, a little fuller.
During Covid, I married my best friend. Now together, we’re raising our three beautiful girls in the middle of a life that’s equal parts chaotic and deeply meaningful.
If I’m not working, you’ll find me right in it all - teenage eye rolls, toddler meltdowns, broken sleep... usually with an oat milk cappuccino in one hand… and a glass of Cab Sav waiting for later.
Travel, movement, and weekends in the bush fill my cup.
But photography… that’s always been part of me.
Some of my earliest memories are of watching my dad develop prints in his photo shop in Hermanus. There was something about it... the process, the anticipation, the way a moment could suddenly exist in your hands.
The day I bought my first DSLR, I was hooked. Completely.
Almost 20 years later, that feeling hasn’t changed. I still come alive behind the camera.
Because for me, it’s never just about photos.
It’s about what’s happening in between.
The connection. The emotion. The quiet, fleeting moments that matter most.
Because I’m a mom too. I get it.
I know what it feels like to stand in front of the camera and feel unsure. I know how quickly things can unravel when there’s a tired toddler or a teenager who’d rather be anywhere else.
I’ve lived it...all of it.
And that’s exactly why I hold space for it during our shoot. There’s no expectation for perfection. No pressure for everyone to “behave.”
Just real life, as it is.
As a storytelling photographer, my approach is gentle and honest. I don’t force moments or over-direct. I guide where needed, but mostly I let things unfold... because that’s where the magic is.
My goal is simple:
To create a space where you can just be yourselves. To connect, to laugh, to hold each other a little closer.
I’ll be there, quietly capturing it all.
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Thank you for being here, and for taking the time to get to know me.
I hope this feels like the beginning of something.
And that one day, we get to meet in person.
But why choose me?
Fun Facts
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traits I would use to describe myself:
- Curious
- Opinionated
- Supportive
- Friendly
- Little stubborn :)
- Adventurous
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things I will always say yes to:
- coffee
- a good laugh
- trying/learning something new
- a challenge
20+
The amount of podcasts I listen to in a month. (while driving). Some of my favourites are: Mell Robbins, DOAC, We can do hard things...
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things I'm petrified of:
Snakes.
Spiders.
Heights.
Testimonials
Tanya, I don't even have words!! Firstly, we hardly even felt like it was a shoot, it was just the most relaxed wonderful afternoon and then going through the pics, you just captured it all! So so special, we will truly cherish these photos for our lifetimes. Thank you a million times!
Tayla & Keegan
OMG!! These are absolutely amazing!! We are both absolutely shocked, wow wow wow. Shocked at ourselves, not at you. They're so beautiful. I can't wait to see all the rest. Thank you thank you.
eleni & scott
Thank you Tanya! We had so much fun!! Thank you or allowing us to feel safe and ourselves in front of you and the camera. These photos are beautiful!
katy & chris
the best time to capture your family is... right now. don't wait for the perfect time, because it doesn't exist.
Send me a message and let's make some magic together!