RIJKS COUNTRY HOUSE, TULBAGH. CAROL & MICHELLE'S UNIQUE DAY

What a perfect wedding day at Rijks Country House (www.rijkscountryhouse.co.za) in Tulbagh. A small intimate wedding set amidst the vines, with Cape-Dutch manor house looming large in the backround. Judy Brown's soothing and sexy saxophone relaxing all (www.liquidsax.co.za) while a visiting hawk impressed all above with its impromptu aerodynamic display. Most importantly, the bridal couple got to feast on a seemingly endless array of grand imposing cloud-cover above. Pinotage cheers to you both for a cracking day.

Setting the scene for their walk down the 'red carpet'

Michelle serenading Carol as she walked one step closer and closer down the isle
at Rijks Country House in Tulbagh (www.rijkscountryhouse.co.za)

Michelle sporting a proudly South African cutting edge glam suite from Jenni Button fashion designers. Jenni
Button has recently launched her export label and can be found by visiting( www.jennibutton.com)

Rijks is a boutique winery situated in the picturesque Tulbagh valley and dedicated to producing
award-wining Chenin Blanc, Shiraz and Pinotage (www.rijks.co.za). For an indulgent orchestra of berries, try a glass of their 2009 Private Cellar Pinotage--heavenly.

Carol and Michelle taking centre stage while their ring ceremony passed through the hands of
all their guests.

Carol and Michelle reflecting on their perfect day

Guests enjoying the classic French game of Petanque (Boules). This game originated in 1907 and is played by around 17 million people within France

Amidst all the family photographs, this hawk entertained from above with some
impressive aerodynamics

   

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The perfect venue for intimate wedding gatherings--stylish, polished and professionally run.

THE 25th ANNUAL SA MASTERS WATERPOLO @ HILLCREST QUARRY, CAPE TOWN

The 25th annual SA Masters Waterpolo tournament was played in thee most glorious of surroundings at Hillcrest Wine and Olive farm over the weekend in Durbanville, Cape Town (http://www.hillcrestfarm.co.za/). 

Im still debating which was more appetizing and enthralling, the sensational views on offer at the quarry, or all the muscle power on display (http://www.facebook.com/CapeTownWaterpoloMasters?fref=ts). You decide!

Anyone interested in purchasing any of these images, please contact me via my website (www.charnelltimms.co.za)

The spectacular setting for  floating waterpolo pools in the quarry at Hillcrest in Durbanville
 http://www.hillcrestfarm.co.za/

Apparently all waterpolo players share some common unidentifiable language! hahaha
Anyone out there want to help me decipher--please leave suggestions below.

            Waterpolo players have 'got balls' just parading around in their speedo's all day long!
                                                                      But here I go--zooming in!

Definately no 'quandry' for these players to jump into the quarry for their next game!

Too good!

The tension!

Water temperature @ 22 degrees celsius in the quarry

                                                     

Loving the Waterpolo menu with my favourite of coffee stands--Vida E

                                                                 http://www.vidaecaffe.com/

FRENCH CONNECTIONS-LEANDRE & JULIEN'S WEDDING AT WELGELEE, STELLENBOSCH

Romantic raindrops were the order of the day at this wedding at Welgelee in Stellenbosch (http://www.welgelee.com/). I am not sure if it was me or hubby Julien who screamed louder with delight when the sun came out briefly, but thanks to you both for 'pushing on' amidst all temperamental weather patches and keeping your sense of humour throughout. A big up to wedding planner Stephanie Burgher from Sapphire & Sands (www.weddingplanner101.co.za) for handling all the rain-induced changes with such impressive calmness. And for all those BTB (brides to be) who are looking for live entertainment to keep guests busy while you are out having your photo-session--look no further than the fantastic wooden board game called Jenga on offer at Welgelee--it's a winner!

Leandre's stunning wedding gown compliments from Bridal lane in Blaauwberg

 http://www.bridal-lane.com/#/wedding-dresses-cape-town/4561288088

Thanks to the owner at Roosenwijn Guesthouse in Stellenbosch for loaning us those 2 much needed umbrellas.
http://www.roosenwijn.co.za/

Beautiful vintage glamour table designs by Sapphire & Sands wedding planners

www.weddingplanner101.co.za 

Welgelee's wonderous grapevine pergola where the ceremony usually take place weather permitting.

(http://www.welgelee.com/)

Julien in full-blown acting mode--- this photograph makes me laugh everytime!

A brief and beautiful 'unveiling' of the perfect cloudy/sunny skies at Olivello wine farm
(www.olivello.co.za)

Clouds precious clouds!

Julien living on the edge of the wooden checkers board game!

This stylish cake with the cutest 'Twitter' lovebirds compliments from High Tea (http://hightea.co.za/)
Only a Frenchmen could have such fine taste in South African MCC. It's my favourite!
An elegant and fresh blend of 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir (http://www.highconstantia.co.za/)