Hi! I'm Carissa

Ballito-based documentary and lifestyle photographer

I fell in love with photography at a young age and I’ve been chasing stories through my lens ever since. I’m a storyteller at heart, capturing the raw, unposed moments that make life unforgettable. Behind my camera, I feel most at home, observing the world, noticing the details, and freezing them in time. I have a deep love for black and white photography, where every shadow, smile, and glance is stripped down to pure emotion. 

I believe your story is made up of the little moments that often go unnoticed, and I’m here to capture them naturally, candidly, and beautifully, so your memories can last a lifetime.

Taking pictures is savoring life intensely every hundredth of a second.

- Marc Riboud

Hear From Our Fans!

Wow..you capture the most precious moments...and people don't even know you're doing it...it's so natural...you have a good eye!
Jaya
I just had a look at all the pictures and omg it's so amazing!!! Thank you so much you are so talented.
Nishka
Wow! I am so impressed with the photos that you had taken. They are stunning. Thank you very much, sending you love and blessings!
Sheila
We love them! They look so splendid. We are super grateful.
Minne
Job well done! It came out so beautiful!
Rosanne

Ballito, KZN,
South Africa

Monday - Friday
9 am - 4 pm
Closed on Public holidays

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082 791 6222
info@themodernstudio.co.za