Moondrop Photography & Film

Moondrop Photography & Film Welcome! I’m Deana, and I’m here to preserve the fleeting, beautiful moments of your life. With a heartfelt approach, I aim to tell your family's unique story!

It’s that time of year again! 🤩Parents to be, friends and family of parents to be - we are giving away 2x complimentary ...
23/03/2026

It’s that time of year again! 🤩

Parents to be, friends and family of parents to be - we are giving away 2x complimentary tickets to the Mommy & Me Expo this weekend happening at Klein Joostenberg 🥰

To enter follow our page and tag a friend who you will be taking with you!
Winner announced Friday 27 March 2026

Competition taking place on Facebook and Instagram. One winner will be chosen from Facebook and one from Instagram (each receiving ONE ticket)

Good luck and we look forward to seeing you this weekend 🌸

Sunsets, sandy toes, big laughs — and a family who was *absolutely* up for anything 😄This session was pure fun from star...
02/02/2026

Sunsets, sandy toes, big laughs — and a family who was *absolutely* up for anything 😄

This session was pure fun from start to finish. Playful energy, endless laughter, and a “why not?” attitude that made every moment better than the last. From cozy pile-ups to spontaneous movement and yes… even a few *Dirty Dancing–inspired lifts* (if you know, you know 💃🕺), this family leaned all the way in.

These are my favourite kinds of sessions — where perfection is thrown out the window and replaced with connection, joy, and memories that feel just as good as they look. Sand, silliness, and a whole lot of love ✨

Golden hour, big laughs, and zero chance of staying dry 😄This couple brought *all* the energy — playful, connected, and ...
30/01/2026

Golden hour, big laughs, and zero chance of staying dry 😄

This couple brought *all* the energy — playful, connected, and laughing from start to finish. The kind of session where nothing feels forced, everything flows, and the joy is contagious. And of course… I couldn’t resist having them get a little wet. Because what’s a beach couples session without some fun water play? 🌊

Bare feet, salty splashes, spontaneous cuddles, and laughter echoing over the waves — this is exactly how love should be photographed. Fun, real, and full of life ✨

Home is where stories are lived, not staged 🤍This family chose to be photographed right where life happens most — among ...
27/01/2026

Home is where stories are lived, not staged 🤍

This family chose to be photographed right where life happens most — among garden plans, half-finished projects, shared laughter, and the kind of cozy, well-loved spaces that hold generations of memories. Being welcomed into their home meant capturing them exactly as they are: warm, kind-hearted, deeply connected, and completely at ease with one another.

Sessions like these are a reminder that the most meaningful photographs don’t come from perfect locations, but from familiar spaces filled with love, history, and togetherness. It was such a joy to document this beautiful family in the place they call home ✨

Some sessions stay with you long after the last photo is taken 🤍This maternity session was one of those moments that tru...
24/01/2026

Some sessions stay with you long after the last photo is taken 🤍

This maternity session was one of those moments that truly filled my heart. Knowing this couple’s journey and celebrating this chapter with them made it incredibly special. When the news finally came that Elmarie was pregnant, my heart leapt right along with theirs — so much so that she even sent me the video of her sharing the news with her husband. I don’t think I’ve ever smiled so big for someone else 🥹

To photograph this season of waiting, love, and quiet anticipation was an absolute joy. I already cannot wait to meet the little soul who is so deeply loved and so eagerly awaited ✨

There is something incredibly grounding about newborn photography 🤍It’s the way tiny fingers curl around yours without k...
21/01/2026

There is something incredibly grounding about newborn photography 🤍

It’s the way tiny fingers curl around yours without knowing how, the softness of a newborn yawn, the instinctive comfort found in a parent’s arms. These moments are quiet, fleeting, and so deeply meaningful — and being trusted to slow them down, even just for a moment, is one of the greatest joys of my work.

Newborn sessions remind me to breathe softer, move slower, and pay attention to the smallest details — because those are the things parents miss first as time rushes on. Capturing these early days is never just about photographs; it’s about preserving a feeling you’ll want to return to again and again ✨

Every session has its own rhythm — and this one reminded me why patience, play, and a little creative problem-solving go...
18/01/2026

Every session has its own rhythm — and this one reminded me why patience, play, and a little creative problem-solving go such a long way 🤍

When we first met, this sweet girl wasn’t quite in the mood for photos (and honestly, fair enough 😄). She kept me on my toes, challenged my creative brain, and had me working for every smile. But somewhere between cuddles, giggles, and letting her lead the pace, something shifted. She warmed up, trust was built, and the magic quietly unfolded.

By the end of our time together, we captured the most genuine, joyful moments — and I have a strong feeling that at our next session, we’ll be absolute besties. These are the moments I love most: real, honest, and full of heart ✨

Returning families hold such a special place in my heart 🤍Watching these little ones grow, change, and step more fully i...
15/01/2026

Returning families hold such a special place in my heart 🤍

Watching these little ones grow, change, and step more fully into their own personalities each time I photograph them is one of the greatest joys of this work. From familiar smiles to new quirks, bigger cuddles, and endless curiosity — every session feels like catching up with old friends.

Being trusted again and again to document their story as it unfolds is something I never take for granted. It’s a privilege to witness their family grow, season by season, frame by frame ✨

Being welcomed into a family’s home during those early, quiet days is something I never take lightly 🤍This beautiful fam...
11/01/2026

Being welcomed into a family’s home during those early, quiet days is something I never take lightly 🤍

This beautiful family opened their space — and their hearts — to me, allowing me to document the soft in-between moments: tiny fingers wrapped around familiar hands, sleepy snuggles, gentle kisses, and the calm love that fills a home when a new life settles in.

Photographing them felt effortless, joyful, and deeply meaningful. These aren’t just photos — they’re memories of connection, of love growing quietly, and of a family learning each other all over again.

Thank you for trusting me with these moments. It was an honour to capture them ✨

Whether you are still expecting to welcome your little one into the world, or you've had the pleasure (and we all know s...
29/04/2025

Whether you are still expecting to welcome your little one into the world, or you've had the pleasure (and we all know sometimes a bit of pain 😉) of having them around for a while now.

This one is for you!

Let's take some time together to go back to the basics - say thanks to yourselves, your partner, and your little one(s) for giving you this wonderful opportunity to be a mother 🥰

Reach out to book TODAY, only 3 slots per day available, and limited spots to book!

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