Capture Your Story with Professional Portrait Photography in Johannesburg

“Portraits, family photography and maternity sessions created in our Randpark Ridge studio.”

Every photograph tells part of your story. Whether you’re celebrating your family, expecting a new arrival, updating your professional image or simply treating yourself, every session is designed to create beautiful artwork you’ll still treasure years from now.

Relax, enjoy the experience and leave with photographs that deserve more than a place on your phone. They deserve a place on your wall.

Portrait Photography

Elegant portraits that celebrate you

Striking studio portrait of a blonde woman wearing a black fedora hat, photographed by Peter Driessel in Johannesburg

Whether you’re marking a milestone, refreshing your personal brand or simply want a beautiful portrait, every session is relaxed, professionally guided and tailored to your personality. Together we’ll create timeless images you’ll be proud to display for years to come.

Family Photography

Genuine moments you’ll treasure forever

Professional family portrait of five people wearing coordinated outfits in a Johannesburg photography studio

The years pass remarkably quickly. Family photography captures the laughter, personalities and connections that make your family unique, creating timeless portraits that become more meaningful with every passing year.

Maternity Photography

Celebrate the journey into motherhood

Maternity portrait of a pregnant woman in a soft pink wrap with a serene smile, photographed in studio by Peter Driessel in Johannesburg

Pregnancy is one of life’s most extraordinary chapters. A maternity photography session captures the excitement, anticipation and beauty of this special time, creating elegant portraits you’ll treasure long after your little one has arrived.

Cinematic fine art portrait of a woman in dramatic light by Johannesburg portrait photographer Peter Driessel

Portrait Photography in Johannesburg

Elegant portraits for every chapter of your life.

Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, updating your professional image or simply treating yourself, every portrait session is designed around you. Together we’ll create timeless photographs you’ll still love many years from now.

Photography That Feels Personal

A great portrait is about far more than looking into a camera. It’s about feeling comfortable enough for your personality to shine through.

From the moment you arrive at my Randpark Ridge studio, I’ll guide you through the session, helping with posing, lighting and every small detail so nothing feels awkward or intimidating.

The result is natural, elegant photography that looks and feels like you.

Portrait Sessions Designed Around You

No two clients arrive with the same story, so no two sessions should ever feel the same.

Whether you’re looking for a contemporary portrait, a family photograph or a maternity session, everything is planned around your personality, your style and the finished artwork you’d love to display in your home.


What Can We Create Together?

Portrait Photography

Beautiful portraits that celebrate your personality, whether you’re marking a milestone, refreshing your image or simply creating something special for yourself.Family Photography

Natural family portraits that capture genuine connection, creating photographs that become more valuable with every passing year.

Maternity Photography

Elegant maternity portraits celebrating one of life’s most extraordinary journeys with timeless, beautifully crafted images.

Mother and Daughter Sessions

A relaxed portrait experience celebrating the unique bond between generations through elegant, meaningful photography.

Professional Headshots

Modern business portraits and personal branding photography that help you make a confident first impression.


Sensual Expression: Boudoir Fusion Photography

For those seeking a deeper layer of self-expression, we invite you to explore the art of sensuality through our award-winning Boudoir Fusion Photography. Here, elegance meets allure in tastefully bold imagery that celebrates your confidence and complexity.

Explore this powerful and transformative journey at Boudoir Fusion Photography, where empowerment and sensuality are captured with authenticity, class, and creativity.

Professional Family Portrait Photography Johannesburg  Peter Driessel Photography

Enhance Your Experience

Add-OnInvestment
Include your partner or a family member (makeup and hair not included) R400 per person
Professional makeup R1000 per person
Professional hairstyling R350 per person
Additional professionally retouched images
Hand-finished, print-ready edits
1–3 images: R300
4–10 images: R250
10+ images: R200
Beautiful wall art, bespoke photo books, and luxury print products are also available.
Please enquire for tailored options.
Family studio portrait featuring two brothers, their parents, and three beloved dogs, captured by Johannesburg family photographer Peter Driessel

Family Portraits

Capture the love, warmth and joy that define your family story

Your family is a tapestry of moments, big and small, that create the story only you can tell. In our family portrait sessions, we go beyond posed smiles and formal groupings. We craft genuine connections that shine through every frame: a shared glance, a playful spark, a gentle embrace.

With over a decade’s experience in family portraiture, our South African studio specialises in barrier‑free sessions that welcome children’s curiosity, grandparents’ warmth and siblings’ laughter. We tailor each shoot, from relaxed home‑style sittings to polished studio portraits, around your personalities, your routines and your relationships.

Book your session and let us freeze the fleeting magic of your family, capturing moments you’ll cherish across generations, displayed proudly in your home, shared with loved ones and relived each time you glance at your images.

To make the most of your session, visit our guide on how to prepare for your photoshoot, where we cover defining your style, hair and makeup tips, wardrobe advice, and the psychology of colour.

Three generations in a professional family portrait with baby at the centre, captured in studio by Peter Driessel Photography in Johannesburg
Optional Add Ons for Family Sessions
Add OnPrice
Add your partner or family member (excludes hair and makeup)R500 pp
Professional Makeup and Hair StylingR1000 pp
Important: Our Family Photography Packages do not include professional hair and makeup by default. For ladies in particular, we strongly recommend adding this service to ensure you look and feel your absolute best on camera. Our trusted artists create a polished, natural look that enhances your features and boosts your confidence because timeless portraits deserve timeless preparation.
Dramatic maternity photo of a couple in low-key lighting, with the expectant mother holding her baby bump and the father embracing from behind

Maternity Sessions

Welcome To The Pregnancy Session Collection

The Beauty of Becoming

Embrace the quiet power of your motherhood journey

There is something exquisitely powerful about the time before a child is born. It is a moment filled with anticipation, wonder, and the kind of grace that only motherhood can bring. A maternity photography session is not simply about documenting a growing belly. It is about capturing emotion, preserving presence, and celebrating the unfolding story of new life.

From the curve of your silhouette to the soft glimmer in your eyes, every image becomes part of a visual legacy that speaks of connection, courage, and the magic of becoming.

Why Maternity Photography Matters

Honour the Moment
Between weeks 32 and 36, the body tells a story that is fleeting but unforgettable. This is the perfect time to pause and preserve the radiance, strength, and gentle expectation that defines late pregnancy.

Photographs That Reflect You
Every session is customised with intention. Whether you are drawn to bold, artistic lighting or prefer the delicate glow of natural window light, your experience is shaped to match your personality and values. Elegant, intimate, refined, this is maternity photography designed to feel like you.

Comfortable. Unrushed. Emotionally True.
You will never be rushed or placed in unnatural poses. Every moment is guided with care, creating space for authenticity. Whether standing alone or cradled in your partner’s arms, you will feel supported and seen.

Lasting Memories with Purpose
These are not just photographs for today. They are heirlooms for tomorrow. A record of how you felt, how you looked, and how deeply you loved, even before you met your baby. These portraits are crafted to live on walls, in albums, and in hearts.

To make the most of your session, visit our guide on how to prepare for your photoshoot, where we cover defining your style, hair and makeup tips, wardrobe advice, and the psychology of colour.

Artistic maternity bodyscape photo highlighting form and curves
Optional Add-Ons for Portraits
Add-OnPrice
Add your partner (excluding makeup)R500 pp
Professional Makeup and HairR1000 pp
Cute pregnancy photo with baby toy resting on tattooed belly

If you love our style and feel a connection to the way we capture moments, why not take the next step and book your photography session today?