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With the tunes of Angus and Julia Stone in the background, we travel through life and capture those moments that really matter. The wind in your hair, the stolenย  kisses and sunshine. We thrive to capture the real moments, art and love cannot be staged. The glimmer in your eye cannot be faked! Find your truth and live it. Only then can you truly be happy. We will be there to capture the moment!

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ruth.co.photo

A collective of professional wedding photographers & videographers capturing memories.
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๐Ÿ“Cape Town

A "Week in the Life" or an absolute endurance spor A "Week in the Life" or an absolute endurance sport? You decide. ๐Ÿซ ๐Ÿ“ธ

If youโ€™ve ever wondered what a full-throttle week looks like at Ruth & Co, weโ€™ve broken down our recent schedule into numbers for you:

* 6 major events in a single weekโ€”spanning from an Old Mutual Prize Giving and a gorgeous engagement shoot, straight into a marathon of weddings.
* 7 different stunning venues conquered (Eensgezind, Eden Forest, Goedgeleven, Riviersonderend, Elandskloof, Rondekuil, and Nantes).
* 1 destination wedding thrown into the mix just to keep things spicy.
* 8โ€“10 hours per day of non-stop shooting, holding heavy gear, and performing accidental cardio.
* An infinite loop of "edit, edit, edit..." happening behind the scenes to deliver full films, highlight reels, content creation, and photography. Featuring a cute kitty (obviously!)

Weโ€™re fueled entirely by high-energy playlists, an alarming amount of caffeine (shoutout to @vidaecaffe_official - you guys really kept us going๐Ÿ˜ญ) and the pure joy of capturing your best days. 

Now, if you need us, weโ€™ll be under a cozy blanket attempting to hibernate until our next 10-hour day! ๐Ÿฅ‚โœจ
Glimpses into the day Lara & Izak said yes to fore Glimpses into the day Lara & Izak said yes to forever๐ŸŽž๏ธ @vredenheim @laracilliers
Its been a while since we've done a decor apprecia Its been a while since we've done a decor appreciation post. We love a good table setup, so we've rounded up some of our favourites for the year so far. ๐Ÿ’ซ
Letโ€™s be honestโ€”wedding days are filled with endle Letโ€™s be honestโ€”wedding days are filled with endless inspiration for the bride, but the grooms deserve their main-character moment too. ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ Groom prep is one of our absolute favorite parts of the day to document. Itโ€™s a mix of anticipation, quiet focus, and sharp, timeless style.

If you are a groom-to-be who feels completely awkward in front of a camera, don't worry. You donโ€™t need to be a professional model to look effortlessly sophisticated.

Here are 5 easy, hands-on posing tips for your groom prep portraits:

1. แด›สœแด‡ แด…สษดแด€แดษชแด„ แด…แด‡แด›แด€ษชสŸ แด€แด…แดŠแดœ๊œฑแด›แดแด‡ษดแด›

If you never know what to do with your hands, give them a job. Take a moment to adjust your shirt cuffs, fasten your watch, or button your jacket. Looking down intentionally at your hands while doing this creates a completely natural, candidly focused portrait.

2. แด›สœแด‡ สŸแด€แด˜แด‡สŸ สœแดสŸแด…

For a classic, structured look, stand near a light source and gently grip the lapels or the edge of your suit jacket. Keeping your hands raised to your chest breaks up the straight lines of your torso and adds instant, modern confidence to the frame.

3. แด›สœแด‡ แดกษชษดแด…แดแดก ๊œฑแด›แด€ส€แด‡

When in doubt, look away from the lens. Stand in profile or at a slight angle next to a window and look out into the distance. Whether you choose to look out with a soft smile or hold a quiet, contemplative expression, the natural side-lighting will effortlessly highlight the sharp tailoring of your suit.

4. แด›สœแด‡ ๊œฑแด‡แด€แด›แด‡แด… แด˜แด€แดœ๊œฑแด‡

You don't have to spend the entire photoshoot standing. Lean forward slightly while seated on a couch or chair, resting your forearms on your knees and loosely clasping your hands together. Taking an overhead angle for this shot creates an incredibly relaxed, editorial mood.

5. ษชษดแด„แดส€แด˜แดส€แด€แด›แด‡ แด€ แดแดส€ษดษชษดษข แด›แดแด€๊œฑแด›

Bring an activity into the room to take the pressure off. Pouring a drink or holding a glass near a window gives you a natural prop to interact with. It lets you capture the slow, quiet atmosphere of the morning before the rush of the ceremony begins.

Grooms, your wedding day story is just as important. Take a deep breath, rely on these simple movements, and let us handle the rest. ๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿ’ผ
Gerald & Robyn trusted the process, and the pictur Gerald & Robyn trusted the process, and the pictures speak for themselves๐ŸŽž๏ธโœจ | Venue: @rondekuil
Another one for the booksโœจ๐ŸŽž๏ธ Another one for the booksโœจ๐ŸŽž๏ธ
Planning your dream day but stuck on finding the p Planning your dream day but stuck on finding the perfect backdrop? ๐Ÿ’โœจ We have been lucky enough to document love stories all over the Western Cape this season, so weโ€™ve rounded up some of our absolute favorites to help narrow down your search. From hidden forest sanctuaries to glass pavilions and dramatic ocean cliffs, here are our top 7 wedding venues for the year so farโ€”along with the #1 thing you need to know about each one before booking!๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

๐Ÿ. ๐ƒ๐ข๐ž ๐–๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐‚๐š๐ฅ๐ž๐๐จ๐ง 
Brides love this spot because it seamlessly pairs a fairytale, open-air ceremony space tucked beneath towering wattle trees with a sleek glass marquee for an all-weather forest feast.ย  

๐Ÿ ๐‚๐ก๐ž๐ซ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐†๐ฅ๐š๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ข๐ง ๐„๐ฅ๐ ๐ข๐ง 
Perfect for an extended celebration, this venue offers fully-equipped luxury bell tents that let you turn your big day into a relaxed, multi-day weekend wedding festival in the mountains.

๐Ÿ‘ ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐‚๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐ž๐ซ๐ฏ๐š๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐ข๐ง ๐…๐ซ๐š๐ง๐ฌ๐œ๐ก๐ก๐จ๐ž๐ค
Its signature, floor-to-ceiling glass-walled design allows natural light to flood the reception space while bringing the surrounding forest and mountain views indoors.ย  

๐Ÿ’ ๐๐š๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ฌ ๐„๐ฌ๐ญ๐š๐ญ๐ž ๐ข๐ง ๐๐š๐š๐ซ๐ฅ
This elegant venue features a double-volume banqueting hall and a classic, sophisticated aesthetic, making it completely ideal for brides who want a glamorous, indoor reception with breathtaking vineyard views.

๐Ÿ“ ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐“๐ฐ๐ž๐ฅ๐ฏ๐ž ๐€๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฅ๐ž๐ฌ ๐ข๐ง ๐‚๐š๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฌ ๐๐š๐ฒ
Ideal for intimate elopements or smaller guest counts, this iconic venue boasts an outdoor gazebo with uninterrupted, dramatic views of the Atlantic Ocean sunset.

๐Ÿ” ๐๐ž๐ฅ๐š๐ข๐ซ ๐๐š๐ฏ๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ข๐ง ๐๐š๐š๐ซ๐ฅ
A dream for garden lovers, this contemporary steel-and-glass venue features a striking greenhouse ceremony space and is wrapped in lush star jasmine that bursts into fragrant white blooms every October and November.ย  

๐Ÿ• ๐‰๐š๐œ๐ค๐š๐ฅ ๐‘๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ ๐ข๐ง ๐„๐ฅ๐ ๐ข๐ง
Nestled in the lush Elgin Valley, this hidden gem offers a stunningly rustic, raw, and intimate farm setting with a natural bio-pool that is perfect for an authentic, off-the-beaten-track country wedding.

Happy venue hunting๐Ÿ’Œ
The kind of love that feels like a quiet sigh of r The kind of love that feels like a quiet sigh of relief. ๐Ÿค

Juandrรฉ & Tiani making forever look entirely beautiful. We are still completely captivated by the soft light, the intentional details, and the pure, understated romance of this day.

#WeddingInspo #EditorialWedding #ModernBride  #CapeTownWeddings
Behind every timeless gallery, there is a team sta Behind every timeless gallery, there is a team standing in the shadows doing the heavy lifting. ๐Ÿค

The world sees the polished final product, but they donโ€™t see the hours on our feet, the frantic gear swaps, or the crouches in fields to secure the perfect shot. To the Ruth&Co team: thank you for pouring your heart and endless energy into every single wedding. Nobody sees the behind-the-scenes sweat, but your dedication shows up in every single frame! We wouldn't be who we are without you. ๐Ÿฅ‚โœจ
Proof that fairytales donโ€™t just exist in storyboo Proof that fairytales donโ€™t just exist in storybooks. ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ๐Ÿฐ

A little BTS look at Chrisleen and Xavierโ€™s magical day at Nantes Estate. The dress, the venue, the energyโ€”absolute perfection from start to finish.

Drop a ๐Ÿค if this is your definition of a dream wedding!
Fleeting moments from Ruan & Bianca's big day | Fo Fleeting moments from Ruan & Bianca's big day | Fort Simon ๐ŸŽž๏ธ
"Dogs are proof that love doesn't need words - jus "Dogs are proof that love doesn't need words - just a place to stay." ๐Ÿพ | R.M Drake

Ruhan & Marelize decided that they love their pups so much, they'd treat them to a forest shoot! Be the best dog parents. Be like Ruhan & Marelize.
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