Sathia Pather Photography

Post selection briefing after the casting for Soweto Fashion Week
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Show dates: 7-10 May 2024
Not to be missed

Soweto Fashion Week AW24 final lineup and programme has been announced. Save the dates, it's bigger and better 🎊📸🎊

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Soweto Fashion Week AW24
7-10 May 2024
Day 1 is the Media launch

Casting for Soweto Fashion Week
Official photography:
It's going to be a leap forward - watch the press for details as the story unfolds

"Vintage Inspired"
Model: Smiliiey Melanin
Photography: Sathia Pather Photography
Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography

Stepping into the spotlight with the legendary John Kani at last night's unforgettable event 🌟. His grace and talent have paved the way for so many, and getting to share a moment with him was truly an honor. From his groundbreaking performances to his unwavering dedication to the arts, Mr. Kani continues to inspire us all. Here's to celebrating a true icon in the world of acting! 🎭✨

Dr John Kani is the recipient of the the award "Style Icon" at the South African Style Awards 2024

Bonisile John Kani, OIS, OBE is a South African actor, author, director and playwright. He is known for portraying T'Chaka in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films Captain America: Civil War and Black Panther, Rafiki in The Lion King and Colonel Ulenga in the Netflix film Murder Mystery.

Photo by Sathia Pather Photography
Special thanks to Zebra Square Plascon Mall_of_africa Sandtonhotel Skin Renewal John kani

“Once in a blue moon, we bloom"

Model: Smiliiey Melanin
Photography & Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography

My first shoot with model Naomie Bitalo at my studio in Fourways
Model: Naomie Bitalo
Photography & Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography

Model Camp SA Season25
Photographer Sathia Pather Photography

"Butterflies" As masters of metamorphosis, butterflies are significant symbols of transformation, freedom, and rebirth. These winged creatures have long been viewed as otherworldly messengers and heralds of good fortune and joy.
Model: Smiliiey Melanin Kirsty Thabile
Photography & Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography

“The blues was bleeding the same blood as me.”- B.B. King

Model & Makeup: Smiliiey Melanin Kirsty Thabile
Photography & Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography

Model Camp SA season 25
Images have been released. Watch out for them
Model Camp SA

"It's been a long road"
Model: Smiliiey Melanin Kirsty Thabile
Photography & Retouching:

"The gift"
Model: Smiliiey Melanin Kirsty Thabile
Photography, Photo-compositing & Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography

From the series “The Rising Angel"
Model: Smiliiey Melanin Kirsty Thabile
Photography & Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography

“Duality"
Models: Purity Khabukwi (Kenya) & Mbali Nompumulelo Shelembe (South Africa)
Concept, Styling, Creative Direction & Makeup: Purity Khabukwi (Kenya)
Photography and Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography (South Africa)

“Flower Power 2"
Models: Mbali Nompumulelo Shelembe (South Africa)
Concept, Styling, Creative Direction & Makeup: Purity Khabukwi (Kenya)
Photography : Sathia Pather Photography (South Africa)

“Flower Power"
Models: Purity Khabukwi (Kenya) & Mbali Nompumulelo Shelembe (South Africa)
Concept, Styling, Creative Direction & Makeup: Purity Khabukwi (Kenya)
Photography : Sathia Pather Photography (South Africa)

"Essie Apparel Fashion Experience"
I was honoured to have been invited to be a part of this wonderful fashion event amongst celebrities and fellow fashion enthusiasts. Delightfully hosted by Ehnle Mbali and her brand Essie Apparel. I took the liberty of photographing the event, of course. A special thanks goes out to Nkano for personally inviting me and taking care of me while at the event.
Designer: Essie Apparel by Ehnle Mbali
Photography: Sathia Pather Photography

When BRICS+ nations call. We respond. The globalization of a township brand

https://program.fashionsummit.org/en/speakers/stephen-manzini

"Earth Song"
Model: Smiliiey Melanin
Photography & Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography

"Hairdo or hair don't"
I was so fascinated and I got this shot almost by accident
Model: Karabow Modise
Photography & Retouching: Sathia Pather Photography

Official photography by Sathia Pather Photography
Follow and save the dates.
See you in Lomé, Togo 21-25 February 2024

Le grand rendez-vous international de la Haute Couture Africaine s'annonce avec insistance
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Another background show image at
Soweto Fashion Week for N.O.T.E Clothing,
From a vision and concept by Vic Tore Mxstylez
Photography and Retouching Sathia Pather Photography
Model: Mpho Ndwambi
Styling, direction and concept: Vic Tore Mxstylez
Outfit: N.O.T.E Clothing

In the news today with Soweto Fashion Week

South African designers shine at Soweto Fashion Week Fashion is more than just clothes. It’s a culture, a universal language used by creatives to express themselves.

Background show image at
Soweto Fashion Week for N.O.T.E Clothing,
From a vision and concept by Vic Tore Mxstylez.
Photography and Retouching Sathia Pather Photography
Model: Angela Mashilo
Styling, direction and concept: Vic Tore Mxstylez
Outfit: N.O.T.E Clothing
Hair: Be Beautiful South Africa

Background show image for
Soweto Fashion Week for N.O.T.E Clothing,
From a vision and concept by Vic Tore Mxstylez one of the most passionate, driven and humble people I have met in this industry.
Photography and Retouching Sathia Pather Photography
Model: Lethabo Makgale
Styling, direction and concept: Vic Tore Mxstylez
Outfit: N.O.T.E Clothing
Hair: Be Beautiful South Africa

I met Amanda du-Pont last night and asked if I could photograph her. She was kind enough to graciously accept.
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