Planet Photos. A Richard van Zyl Studio.

Planet Photos. A Richard van Zyl Studio. Planet Photos is a premier production house based in Fourways, Johannesburg. A Richard van Zyl Studio.

Specialising in high-end corporate and industrial imagery, we engineer the visual narratives that command professional trust.

FROM BEHIND THE LENS TO BEHIND THE MIC! 🎙️✨A lot of you know me for capturing moments through the camera, but when I am ...
01/06/2026

FROM BEHIND THE LENS TO BEHIND THE MIC! 🎙️✨

A lot of you know me for capturing moments through the camera, but when I am not framing the perfect shot, I am actually busy co-hosting The Morning Heist radio show alongside Sean Permuy! We are an online station broadcasting completely LIVE from the Rogues on Radio studios at Fourways Mall every single morning.

Tomorrow morning (Tuesday) is an incredibly massive milestone for the show, and I wanted to invite my amazing photography community to come along for the ride. We are officially launching our brand-new headline sponsorship with Ted, the mastermind behind the iconic Picolinos!

We are calling tomorrow's special edition The Morning Slice, and we’ve lined up a brilliant playlist packed with top-tier tracks, massive feel-good vibes, and some epic local banter to elevate your morning routine.

would love your support! Tune in right here:

🌐 Stream live online: www.roguesonradio.com
📱 On your phone: Search RadioZA on the Google Play Store

If you do catch the show between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, please smash our studio WhatsApp line on 072 783 6434! Send us a quick "howzit!", give a shout-out to the photography crew, or tell us your ultimate pizza topping. It would mean the world to show Ted the sheer strength and creativity of this community.

Let's make some serious noise tomorrow morning! 🍕🦅🎵

In the health and wellness industry, transparency is everything. Your customers want to know exactly what is going into ...
15/05/2026

In the health and wellness industry, transparency is everything. Your customers want to know exactly what is going into their bodies, but before they ever read the label, they have to trust what they see.

There are no tricks here—just precise lighting and sharp focus to highlight the textures and quality of a brand that cares about vitality.

Average imagery doesn't move the needle anymore. If you want to dominate a crowded market, your visuals need to do more ...
14/05/2026

Average imagery doesn't move the needle anymore. If you want to dominate a crowded market, your visuals need to do more than just exist—they need to command attention.

For Dragon Energy, we didn't just want to show a can; we wanted to capture the heat, the power, and the absolute intensity of the brand. This is high-concept commercial photography designed to stop the scroll and leave an impression.

From 5-star fine dining to hard-hitting product launches, I create the kind of imagery that tells your brand’s story with fire.

Stop blending in. Let’s make something legendary.

Drop a message to book your next commercial shoot.

There is a specific weight to quality. You can feel it the moment you pick it up, but the real challenge is making your ...
13/05/2026

There is a specific weight to quality. You can feel it the moment you pick it up, but the real challenge is making your customers feel that same prestige through a screen.

When it comes to high-end homeware, "good enough" photography just doesn't cut it. To sell elegance, your imagery needs to do more than show a product—it needs to set the entire table. It’s about the gleam of matte silver against polished wood and the quiet sophistication of a five-star setting.

Does your product imagery carry enough weight? Let’s talk about your next shoot.

You have spent years perfecting your recipes and your presentation is spot on, but your photos just aren't doing the har...
12/05/2026

You have spent years perfecting your recipes and your presentation is spot on, but your photos just aren't doing the hard work for you. In the catering world, if they can't taste it yet, they have to eat with their eyes first.

Drop me a message and let's get your products looking legendary.

We had a massive amount of fun in the studio last year working on these shots for a pitch. The brief was simple: celebra...
12/05/2026

We had a massive amount of fun in the studio last year working on these shots for a pitch. The brief was simple: celebrate the everyday South African icons we all know and love.

From the humble Lucky Star Pilchards on toast to a heavy-hitting Steak and Chakalaka combo, we wanted to keep the styling clean, the colours bold, and the vibe authentic. It just goes to show that you don’t need a 5-course gala dinner to create striking commercial imagery. Sometimes, all you need is a tin opener, a hot pan, and the right light.

Simple, effective, and uniquely local.

Wishing a very Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible women making a difference in our lives. Whether you are celebrat...
10/05/2026

Wishing a very Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible women making a difference in our lives.

Whether you are celebrating with your mom today or holding her memory close, I hope it is a day filled with peace and good company.

​To the moms, the grandmothers, and those stepping into the gap: thank you for everything you do. Cheers to a beautiful Sunday.

It was a sign...
07/05/2026

It was a sign...

A chilly start to a Johannesburg morning. Just 8 degrees, taken on the way to Rogues on Radio studios for the breakfast...
07/05/2026

A chilly start to a Johannesburg morning. Just 8 degrees, taken on the way to Rogues on Radio studios for the breakfast show from the roof of Fourways Mall. It was quite nice.

I thought I would give my 15 year-old Honda a little beauty shot this morning. Just to lift her self-esteem a little. Th...
05/05/2026

I thought I would give my 15 year-old Honda a little beauty shot this morning. Just to lift her self-esteem a little. The poor girl has worked hard for that.

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