“There are a few wonderful souls who float into our lives over the years of our careers who just make our jobs wonderful. Liza is one of those gems. I met her a number of years ago when she came in to show me her portfolio. Her photographs took my breath away. One photograph stood out for me – a black and white of David Goldblatt standing on a shiny polished floor of the National Gallery – and a lady mopping the floor in the background. It was profound – it captured David’s wonderful smile and quirky sense of humor. What struck me was it is exactly the photograph that David himself would have taken – so here was a woman who I had never met before producing work as good as if not better than one of South Africa’s best photographers.
She left that day – and I just knew that we were going to work together and she was going to be one of those rare souls who would never not be in my life. Liza is courageous, kind, patient but firm and deeply talented. Liza’s photographs made my job pure joy – her photographs made my heart sing.”
— Caryn McArthy, Art Director and Florist. Owner of Cabbages and Kings.
“Liza Van Deventer encapsulates all her subjects throughout her photography so beautifully, therefore making her a pleasure to work with. She has a special eye. Her immense passion and talent make her one of the best photographers in SA. She understands light like no other and is always professional on set. I can’t wait for our next shoot.”
— Kelli Clifton, Freelance stylist & Specialist Beauty Editor.
“Liza is a phenomenal photographer. Backed by years of experience photographing everything possible that comes to mind, she has a can-do approach to every shot she takes. This attitude combined with passion for what she does and having lots of creative flair ensures photographs of the highest quality. She likes people, puts them at ease and makes magic wherever she goes. I can highly recommend her to anyone. You will only have an excellent experience!”
— Annake Muller, Owner & Publisher Annake Müller Publishing.
“Liza is one of the most versatile photographers I have ever had the pleasure to work with in my 20 year career as food stylist. Liza’s ability to immerse herself into every subject makes her photography unique, whether it is food, landscapes, fashion or portraiture. Her accurate interpretation of her subjects in portraiture set her apart from many professional photographers. She places people in surrounds that make them feel comfortable but that also depict the unique character of each, showing people at their best.”
— Vickie de Beer, Food Editor and Stylist
My ‘fair’ lady photographer that shoots from the hip......... with such ease, such energy and such joy that results in every image in print having that very very same energy!!! What a pleasure my days with you are 🖤Algria
- Algria Ferreira, Makeup Artist