05/08/2026
📸 Every photograph tells a story...
On 1 December 2019, the doors of Playalot opened for the very first time.
Little did I know that, as The Photo Mavericks, I would have the privilege of documenting so much more than just a business. Over the years, my camera captured thousands of smiles, special events and countless family memories.
From the early days at Haasendal to the beautiful home Playalot found in Durbanville, it has been an incredible journey to witness a place where children laughed freely, friendships were made and families spent quality time together.
Although every chapter eventually comes to an end, the memories created within these walls will remain forever.
To every child who celebrated a birthday, every parent who trusted Playalot with their family moments, every staff member who welcomed guests with a smile, and everyone who played a part in this remarkable journey...
Thank you.
Thank you for allowing me to preserve a small part of your story through my photographs.
As I share these images today, I do so with gratitude rather than sadness. They remind us that success is not measured only by how long a journey lasts, but by the lives it touches along the way.
Goodbye, Playalot.
Thank you for six and a half years of unforgettable memories.
You will always hold a special place in my heart.
Jean Rheder
The Photo Mavericks
