Where Vision Meets Storytelling
At Rian Bester Photography, I believe a photograph should be more than just beautiful—it should be meaningful, intentional, and timeless. My work is grounded in deep creative vision, meticulous attention to detail, and an unshakable commitment to telling your story with clarity, elegance, and purpose.
Portrait & Lifestyle Photography
Elegant - Editorial - Authentic
At Rian Bester Photography, portrait and lifestyle sessions are designed to tell stories that feel natural and deeply personal. Whether it’s a fine art studio portrait, an outdoor family shoot, or a brand lifestyle session, every image is crafted to reflect your personality, connection and purpose.
I work throughout Pretoria, Johannesburg, and greater South Africa, creating visual narratives that balance authenticity and artistry.
Packages:
Classic Portrait Session - 1 hour, 10 retouched images - from R1 800
Lifestyle Storytelling Session - 2 hours, 20 retouched images - from R3 200
Includes: Pre-shoot guidance, editing & colour grading and travel within Gauteng.
Modelling & Portfolio Shoots
Confident - Authentic - Professional. Let’s create the portfolio that opens doors
Step into the spotlight with Rian Bester Photography’s Modeling & Portfolio sessions - crafted to elevate your professional image and capture your unique presence in front of the lens. Whether you’re an aspiring model building your first portfolio or a seasoned talent updating your book, each session is designed to showcase your versatility, confidence and personal style.
With a focus on clean, editorial-quality imagery, we create a diverse collection of portraits - from striking headshots to full-length fashion and lifestyle looks - tailored for agency submissions, castings and personal branding. Every image is guided by expert posing, styling direction and an eye for detail that ensures your portfolio stands out in a competitive industry.
Packages:
Model Starter Portfolio - 2 hours, 3 outfit changes - from R2 500
Editorial Modelling Package - Half-day, 3-4 looks, direction & editing - from R6 000
Weddings & Elopements
The art of storytelling, timeless, personal and beautifully real
Your love story deserves to be told with honesty, elegance and emotion. My wedding and elopement photography captures the authentic moments, quiet glances and heartfelt celebrations that define your day - whether it’s a grand ceremony surrounded by loved ones or an intimate vow exchange in a breathtaking location. Each image is crafted with an editorial and fine-art sensibility, preserving not just how your day looked, but how it felt.
I work throughout Pretoria, Johannesburg, and greater South Africa, creating visual narratives that balance authenticity and artistry.
Packages:
Intimate Wedding Collection - 4-hour coverage - from R16 500
Full-Day Experience, 8-10 hours, pre-wedding consult + highlights film option - from R28 000
Editorial & Conceptual Portraits
Where imagination meets precision.
Blending fine-art direction with editorial realism, these sessions are designed for artists, magazines, creatives and brands seeking bold visual narratives. Each concept is carefully planned - from styling and lighting to mood and tone - to create imagery that feels cinematic, intentional and distinctive.
Packages:
Editorial Portrait Experience - Half-day creative session - from R5 000
Conceptual Shoot - Full-day with styling & creative direction - from R8 500
Aviation & Aerospace Photography
The art of flight - from air to earth.
Aviation photography combines storytelling and technical mastery - from hangar lighting to mid-air motion. My work celebrates aircraft as both mechanical and poetic, balancing detail and perspective to honour the engineering and emotion of flight.
Packages:
Hangar Session - 2 hours, editorial lighting setup - from R5 000
Airshow or Fleet Coverage - Full-day with image licensing - from R9 500
Automotive & Motorsport Photography
Capturing motion, design and passion.
From track to tarmac, I photograph the spirit of speed and the beauty of engineering with precision and flair. My automotive work balances the technical with the aesthetic - every shot engineered for performance and visual impact.
Packages:
Automotive Lifestyle Session - 3 hours, includes location & detail coverage - from R4 500
Track Day Coverage - Full-day event with edited gallery & commercial licensing - from R8 000
Fine Art & Landscape Photography
Where craftsmanship meets contemplation.
My fine-art collections capture the quiet poetry of landscapes, seascapes and urban scenes. Each image is available as a limited-edition print, signed and numbered. These works are a reflection of connection - between light, land and the human spirit.
Offerings:
Limited Edition Prints - Hand-signed archival prints - from R2 000
Custom Fine Art Commissions - Bespoke artwork tailored to your space
Commercial & Product Photography
Precision-built imagery for brands.
I work with businesses to create clean, detail-driven visual content that elevates their brand presence — from industrial products and interiors to advertising campaigns. Every frame is crafted to convey quality, clarity, and character.
Packages:
Studio Product Session - Up to 10 products - from R3 500
Commercial Campaign Shoot - Half or full-day, creative direction + editing - from R7 500
Additional Information
Travel: Included within Pretoria & Gauteng. National and destination travel quoted separately.
Turnaround: Standard editing delivery in 10-14 working days (expedited options available).
Retouching: High-end colour grading and refinement included in all packages.
Licensing: Commercial and editorial usage rights clearly defined per contract.
Ready to Begin Your Story?
Each project begins with a conversation - about your vision, your story and how we can bring it to life.