STRONG & SERENE
SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHER IN CAPE TOWN
Strong & Serene with Melissa
Shot just after sunrise in the Cape Town mountains, this session blends quiet strength with effortless confidence. From clean running poses to soft, reflective moments in natural light, the series focuses on motion, form, and presence — capturing both the strength and stillness that define Melissa’s style.
As a fitness photographer based in Cape Town, I create editorial visuals that feel both empowering and grounded — perfect for brands, personal trainers, and athletes looking to showcase their story with clarity and confidence.
This series is all about contrast — grit and grace, structure and softness. Whether standing still or moving with purpose, Melissa embodies control and calm in every frame. Styled in minimalist activewear and framed by Cape Town’s mountain light, each image is designed to highlight feminine strength in a clean, editorial way.
If you're looking for a sports photographer in Cape Town who captures real athletic energy without the noise, this is the visual direction I bring to every fitness or wellness shoot.
Agency: Icons Models Management
Model: Melissa / @mlsasmd
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Art Direction: Marko Haas
Photography: Marko Haas / @its_mhvisuals / @mh.sportphotos
What Sets Me Apart
I create a space where you can feel relaxed, seen, and confident in front of the camera.
Every session is personal — tailored to your energy, vision, and style.
Whether you’re a model, a brand, or a couple in love — I aim to capture what’s real.
You won’t find over-edited filters or stiff posing here. Just honest visuals that feel like you.
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Safe, laid-back but professional environment
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Direction when you need it, freedom when you don’t
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Clean editing with timeless tones
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Fast delivery, transparent process
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Experienced with agencies, creatives & everyday people
Brands I Worked For
Helpful Reads Before Your Photo Shoot
Cape Town Sport Photographer — Cycling, Kitesurf, Running & Action
I’m a sport and action photographer based in Cape Town, working with athletes, brands, and outdoor enthusiasts to capture raw movement and cinematic energy. Whether it’s kitesurfing, surfing, windsurfing, or land-based sports like trail running, road cycling, mountain biking, and endurance racing, I create bold, natural-light visuals that speak to performance and passion.
My sport photography is fast, intentional, and designed for commercial use — from brand campaigns and sponsorship decks to content that builds your personal or athletic brand online. Every shot is focused on authenticity, movement, and visual impact.
I work on location, adapting to Cape Town’s light, landscape, and weather conditions to deliver high-performance images that move with your story.