Beauty and admiration for rain

The beauty and admiration for rain can only be understood in a Desert Country such as Namibia. When there is rain, there is excitement – this was a moment of pure love of seeing and hearing water come down from the heavens so loud we had to pause and take it in.

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Care for your mind, body, and spirit will let your creativity shine. Remember, as a creative, you have the power to inspire and move both yourself and others. Never hold back, feel insecure, or lose hope. Your talent is a gift that can bring emotional, financial, and personal rewards. Trust in your abilities—they will guide you to your definition of success. Keep learning, follow your path with faith, and always trust your intuition. Work to make a difference, not just to impress. Balance work with rest, and remember: God, yourself, family, and friends come first, not just your job.

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Sunset on our Farm in Namibia, Africa. The sparrows flying and the colours of the sky with the greens of the veld from the thankful rain we had 🙌🏻 Love living in Africa!

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A series where shades speak louder than words. Some moments do not need much explanation – theya re just fun!

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A series where shades speak louder than words: The kids were having a fun with their slinkies, and I couldn’t help but notice how cool those bright toys looked against the calm natural background.

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I didn’t just want to capture images; I wanted to capture feelings, the undercurrents that colour our daily lives.

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As we step into 2024, I find myself drawn to a word that resonates deeply with my soul: peace, or ‘vrede’ in Afrikaans. This isn’t just any peace; it’s a profound tranquillity that surpasses all understanding, shielding us from fear, anxiety, and negative mindsets. It’s a peace that transports us back to the innocence and […]

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Can a colour capture the essence of a theme we see life moving towards? Absolutely, and ‘Peach Fuzz,’ the Pantone Colour of the Year for 2024, is a perfect example!

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Ever had that moment when you’re nose-deep in design work, wondering, “Does this even matter?”

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Success is not a one-size-fits-all formula. It’s a deeply personal journey as unique as every one of us.

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Get ready because we’re about to take you on an extraordinary journey filled with twists, challenges, and the sweet taste of success.

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I'm a designer, just like you. We're all trying to keep up with life's ever-changing seasons and the wild ride of being a designer. But we're so much more than that, aren't we? We're caregivers, buddies, life enthusiasts who find joy in more than just pixels and screens. We're all navigating through this life, each in our own unique way, but somehow, we're together in it.

Here's what I believe: You're powerful, way more than you might think. And in this cozy corner of the internet, I'm all about keeping you inspired, pumped, and ready to take on the world.




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