Art
is Love
made visible
Hi, I’m Rue,
A Cape Town-based photographer with over 13 years behind the lens, capturing weddings, portraits, and making art.
My approach is rooted in human connection—blending documentary-style storytelling with an artistic eye. I step back when the moment needs to breathe and step in when something raw and real needs to be captured. My aim is simple: to create images that are honest, evocative, and reveal something deeper—a story, a feeling, or an unspoken truth that’s worth remembering.
With years of experience, I’ve learned that the magic happens when you trust the process. So, I don’t chase perfection. I chase the truth, even if it’s messy, unpolished, and wonderfully imperfect—because, let’s face it, that’s what makes life worth documenting.
In a world where trends shift constantly, where we’re more divided than ever, and where time to reflect feels rare—this is my way of bringing us back together.
In a world where trends shift constantly, where we’re more divided than ever, and where time to reflect feels rare—this is my way of bringing us back together.
Weddings & Couples
Family & Lifestyle
Portrait & Boudoir
|commissions |Original Art| Prints | Monograhs |
A Photograph is a quiet witness, a third eye that sees more than we often do. A bridge. A visual inheritance. Proof of life. A testament: I was here. WE were here. the one medium through which every generation can see the other.
A Photograph is a quiet witness, a third eye that sees more than we often do. A bridge. A visual inheritance. Proof of life. A testament: I was here. WE were here. the one medium through which every generation can see the other.
—Featured Weddings—
I’m not chasing the perfect shot. I’m chasing what’s true. I trust the process, the almost-lost, the not-quite-perfect.
I’m not chasing the perfect shot. I’m chasing what’s true. I trust the process, the almost-lost, the not-quite-perfect.
A photograph is the closest thing we have to time standing still. It doesn’t just capture what’s in front of it—it watches, remembers, distorts, and reveals.
It’s a quiet witness, a third eye that sees more than we often do. A bridge. A visual inheritance. Proof of life. A testament: I was here. WE were here.
the one medium through which every generation can see the other.
- rue kruger
—love notes
“WHERE does one start saying THANK YOU?! Your photos are ART! Each sweet one has so much character and I can't stop STARING at each photo. 
My husband and I were very happy when we met with Rue prior to our wedding. She was very friendly and has a funky, edgy personality. She was extremely professional throughout all our meetings, as well as, during our engagement shoot and our wedding day. Having never been photographed before, Rue went out of her way to make us feel comfortable in front of the camera. This resulted in beautiful, natural pictures. Each picture was incredibly special and told the story of our wedding day exactly as I remember it. What a lovely investment for our future!”
Sam & Nic
“Rue is an outstanding photographer with an exceptional eye for detail. She does not only capture a moment as it is happening, but the emotions involved too. She is truly an artist in her field.”
I am MORE than happy with your amazing talent with which you blessed us on our big day. We are the happiest couple! Thank you for investing so much care in our entire journey with you. You have become a beloved friend to us. You are truly amazing and in touch with everything you do. Super happy!! THANK YOU!!!!! We both LOVED working with you!! You are the only photographer that can make me and Jaco both feel like nobody's watching. We enjoyed you so much, that we were sad after the wedding- knowing that our time with you is done.”
~ Sulette & Jaco"Your work is so beautiful and inspired- It' photojournalism meets fine art,
while encapsulating a sense of peace. Words don't describe how much I love the way you captured the details of this wedding. I look forward to featuring more of your work."
~ Monique, Oh darling Days.We had a wonderful experience with Rue Kruger as our wedding photographer!!
Apart from her being highly professional and thoroughly experienced, she does an amazing job at making you feel relaxed and comfortable in front of a camera (this coming from someone who is not at all fond of photos). What makes Rue exceptional is that she is truly an artist who knows how to capture the nuances of your wedding day/event. I highly recommend her!
-Lionel & Nicola