Hello, I am Janine Carolissen

a Stellenbosch based photographer with a personality only slightly bigger than my heart.

Photography, to me, is a form of conversation - one that doesn't need words. It's about seeing people as they are and capturing what they often overlook in themselves. Whether it's a golden-hour portrait, a candid street scene, or a love story told in glances. I aim to create images that feel alive - honest, tender, and timeless.

Each session is a gentle collaboration. You want to collaborate?

See our work

Simply put — I love life and photographing it


Lizhe & Kyle // Blackheath, WC

Thank you for capturing our matric farewell. You really made us laugh and get comfortable in front of the camera.


Masha // cloetesville, Wc

You formed part of a celebration and later felt more like family than the photographer. Thank you for making everyone feel welcome and seen.


Lana & Jordan // kylemore, wc

We look like super models, thank you so much. It was such fun having you as a photographer.