Tanya Gomez Photography

Tanya Gomez Photography I received my first camera at the age of 14, but never considered a career in photography.

I had my own plans for my life and career, but the universe had other plans for me, and yet, no matter what I did, all roads eventually led back to photography. So here I am through trial & error, honesty & integrity and [still] lots of learning, I feel that my style is becoming more apparent reflecting this authenticity. I'm passionate about people photography, especially wedding photography, followed closely by newborn, maternity and family portraits.

31/08/2026

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AIR FORCE WIVESToday I dedicate my post to a group of women with whom I have much in common. Some I know, but most I hav...
31/08/2026

AIR FORCE WIVES

Today I dedicate my post to a group of women with whom I have much in common. Some I know, but most I have never met and they don't know me. Can I get a salute for Air Force wives?

As an Air Force wife, you get used to the sound of aircraft flying overhead, sometimes even identifying the aircraft by the sound of its engines. 😝😜

Learning abbreviations becomes a second language. 🤣🤣 Although I still can't identify the different ranks. Formal functions can sometimes feel like going to your matric ball... often. And along the way, you make lifelong friends—women who understand a particularly unique set of challenges without needing much explanation.

It's hard when our partners are deployed, sometimes for lengthy periods and, for some of us, without communication. Deployments seem to have a way of bringing Murphy's Law along with them—things only seem to break when our husbands are away!

The emotions are a roller coaster. Initially, you find it hard. Then you get on with things. Eventually, you're kinda okay. And then they return, and you have to get used to having them around again. 😂

Military life also comes with its share of criticism and misunderstanding. There are decisions and circumstances that can be difficult to explain from the outside, and sometimes it's frustrating knowing that there is so much that the public simply doesn't see. Only those who are in it really understand the sacrifices, the challenges and the reality of this life.

It's hard when a few bad apples tarnish the reputation of the collective.

It's hard because our husbands are soldiers who have to follow orders, even when those orders mean time away from their families.

And it's hard because military life doesn't always fit neatly around family life. When one person is deployed, the disruption is felt by the whole family. Someone still has to keep the home fires burning, deal with whatever breaks, manage the everyday things and carry on as normally as possible.

It's hard. But we support them, we support each other, and somehow we make it work.

And despite all of this, we wouldn't choose any other life.

To all my fellow Air Force wives, I see you, I understand you, and I salute you. ❤️

JANINEI met Janine, with her engaging smile, in 1997. We lived in the same apartment block, where most of the residents ...
30/08/2026

JANINE

I met Janine, with her engaging smile, in 1997. We lived in the same apartment block, where most of the residents were students, and it was such a fun, carefree time of our lives.

We walked everywhere, to the shops, restaurants, the Baxter and wherever else we needed to go. It was a different time, when we could just head out on foot without giving it much thought. There was something wonderfully uncomplicated about those days.

Janine is originally from Port Elizabeth, and over the years I got to know not only her, but her family too, including some of her extended family. What an amazing, warm bunch of people they are. Her sister Candice and I were also close, and we spent plenty of time hanging out together......oh, the happy memories of those years.

And then there's the small matter of Janine introducing me to Mark. 😂 She still maintains that she wasn't trying to play matchmaker, but whatever her intentions were, it worked!

Janine and Mark had met a few years earlier at university and were good friends. She had mentioned him to me before, but if I'd known who she was talking about, I probably would have paid a little more attention. 😜😂

Janine is now mom to two boys, who are no longer quite so little. One is preparing to start university soon, while the other is still in high school.

She has always been incredibly fit and loves running, as well as adventure in general. And having recently celebrated her 50th birthday, I have to say she still looks absolutely amazing! Some things clearly haven't changed. 😉

Life has taken her quite far from those student days. Janine now lives in Germany with her family, where she continues to practise psychiatry. Even during the pandemic, when medical professionals were under immense pressure and she was incredibly busy, she would still find the time to check in on us, offer advice or simply make sure we were okay. That says a lot about the kind of friend she is.

Although the years have taken us in different directions and we don't see each other nearly as often as we might like, there is something about spending time with Janine that takes me straight back to those carefree days. Some friendships are tied to a particular season of your life, but the people remain part of your story long after that season has passed.

I'm so grateful that a young woman I met in an apartment block in 1997 is still part of my life all these years later....and that she inadvertently played a rather important role in bringing Mark and I together. 😂

Meet the beautiful Janine. ❤️

GLYNISI have known Glynis since '98, when she shared a flat with my sister. They had no idea at the time that they would...
28/08/2026

GLYNIS

I have known Glynis since '98, when she shared a flat with my sister. They had no idea at the time that they would forge a lifelong friendship.

She is just one of the loveliest, most authentic, humble and beautiful people I know. She has a deep love for Jesus, and that faith is at the heart of who she is. Today, Glynis is an ordained pastor, serving in church ministry, involved with preaching and teaching full-time.

Glynis is mom to three beautiful young adult daughters, with whom she has always had an amazing relationship. She is one of those people who leaves you feeling inspired after spending time with her, not because she tells you what you should do, but because of the wisdom she shares and the way she lives her life.

In 2017, she embarked on a journey to summit Mount Kilimanjaro to bring awareness to the plight of human trafficking. If you listen to her incredible story, she'd be quick to tell you that she was definitely not into the whole exercise thing, but she jumped at the chance to create awareness around such a worthy cause.

I had the privilege of hearing her speak about her journey and the experience she had. Although summiting the mountain seems an individual achievement, in a sense.....she was quick to honour God, her fellow climbers, their guides and her family for the role they played in getting her there. That humility is so characteristic of Glynis.

I think there is something beautiful about the symbolism of a mountain. We all have our own mountains to climb, and sometimes we don't even realise what we're capable of until we're standing at the bottom of one and decide to take that first step.

Glynis continues to inspire me, not only through what she has achieved, but through the way she encourages others to keep going, to believe in themselves and to trust God through the journey.

Today we celebrate Glynis, a beautiful example of what it looks like to live with faith, purpose and humility.

LIZ ❤️I was probably about 15 or 16 when we first met Liz. They were the cool new neighbours who moved in next door to m...
27/08/2026

LIZ ❤️

I was probably about 15 or 16 when we first met Liz. They were the cool new neighbours who moved in next door to my parents. We were already friends with her brother and her husband's cousin, so we easily entered into their home and, before long, it became another home for us.

Coming home from school or work, we'd first go home and then pop in at Liz's house. The kettle was always switched on as we passed through the kitchen because anytime was tea time. ☕️ Her home became a place where we knew we could always pop in, whether we needed a cup of tea, a chat, some advice or simply a helping hand.

I remember the time Heidi baked a cake for Earl when he turned 21. She couldn't get the chocolate to melt properly, so she knocked on Lizzie's door at midnight, and Liz fixed it. By the way, melted chocolate is still our favourite way to ice our cakes. 😂

Liz helped us with so many things over the years, from rescuing our baking, to doing our hair, to giving advice, or just listening.....and sometimes giving us a telling-off when she thought we needed it. Her home was always open, not only to us but to so many others.

She was incredibly intelligent, had a sharp wit and absolutely nothing escaped her notice. She also had an amazing voice and sang beautifully, the gift of music was definitely in her blood.
She had such a heart of gold. How she never got too fed up with us, I'll never know, but I'm so glad she didn't. She was such an integral part of our development, not quite like a mom, but like a cooler, older sister.

When her son was born through the gift of adoption, we were so excited. He was immediately adopted into our family too, and my parents became his Mama and Papa. We'd rush home just to spend time with him.

Her daughter was born a couple of years later, they moved when she was about four, and we were heartbroken. But the move was the best thing for them, and they had already become part of our family.....we just had to drive to the next suburb to visit them.

Liz remained part of our lives through all the years that followed, being especially close to my parents. She even sold my mom's house with the utmost care and respect, knowing what a difficult time it was for Mom. It was such a relief to know that someone who loved Mom was in charge of selling the house.

Liz passed away in 2024, she remains such a huge part of my memories from my late teenage years into early adulthood.

Every teenager should have a Liz. We were blessed to have had her.

I will always be grateful that our paths crossed. ❤️

SISTERS-IN-LAWI've been blessed with some pretty amazing sisters-in-law, and over the years they have become so much mor...
25/08/2026

SISTERS-IN-LAW

I've been blessed with some pretty amazing sisters-in-law, and over the years they have become so much more than just women I happen to share a family with. Each one has brought something different to our family, and I'm grateful for the relationships we've built.

EDIE

I met Edie shortly after meeting Mark, as she was dating his younger brother. She is beautiful, creative and hardworking, but above all, she is kind-hearted and has always been someone who cares about others.

She is an amazing mom to her two beautiful girls. She has a wonderfully creative eye for colour and décor and is one of those naturally creative people who can make things look beautiful without making a fuss about it….probably our own version of a Live Pinterest Board.

I've known Edie for so many years now that it's hard to remember a time before we became family. We've shared plenty of conversations over the years, including those late-night chats that somehow seem to happen when you're family and nobody is quite ready to go to bed yet. We've laughed, shared stories, worked through things and probably solved the world's problems a few times along the way.

One thing that has remained constant is the way she cares about the people around her. She is thoughtful and caring and always seems to have someone else's needs on her mind.

JODY
Jody is married to my brother and is mom to two beautiful girls. She is creative, a great cook and an amazing mom.

She is also an extrovert who loves people, and I think that comes through in everything she does. She has a natural ability to connect with people and make them feel comfortable.

Jody has a heart that makes it very difficult for her to walk away when someone is struggling. She often takes on other people's problems because she genuinely wants to help. Over the years, she has gathered quite a few people into her circle who needed a little extra care, support or guidance….and sometimes her willingness to help has landed her in situations that she probably could have done without! 😂 But that's Jody. She sees a need and wants to do something about it.

She will walk through fire for her family, and she has the same instinct to protect and help the people she cares about. Her heart is always in the right place, even when her willingness to help occasionally gets her into trouble.

She has recently started a career in real estate and is absolutely thriving. I love seeing her embrace this new chapter and watching her confidence grow as she finds her feet in a completely different field.

Whether she's cooking, creating, mothering, helping someone out or building her career, Jody gets stuck in and gives it her all.

SAMANTHA
Samantha is married to Mark's youngest brother and is mom to three boys, including the twins she brought into our family. She is truly a boy mom, and she embraces all the adventures that come with raising three sons.

She loves Jesus and serves in church by singing in her church choir. She is also an amazing mom and gives her boys such wonderful opportunities to experience life. They are always doing something interesting or going somewhere, creating memories and adventures together.

One of the things I admire most about Samantha is the way she looks out for those who are less fortunate. She has a compassionate heart and doesn't just notice when someone is struggling—she genuinely wants to help.

And when it comes to her own family, she loves fiercely. Her boys are clearly her world, and she is the kind of mom who will go to great lengths for the people she loves.

Three very different women, each bringing their own personalities, talents and strengths into our family.

I'm grateful that somewhere along the way, sisters-in-law became sisters. ❤️

NIECES — PART 2There is something so pure and beautiful about watching these young women grow up. I want them to see wh...
24/08/2026

NIECES — PART 2

There is something so pure and beautiful about watching these young women grow up. I want them to see what I see, their strength, their beauty, their individuality and just how amazing they really are.

SUMMER-JANE

Summer-Jane turns 14 this year, quite a lot has changed since I last shared about her.

Summer still loves her dolls. Her dolls were her babies, each one carefully named and taken care of. We used to tease my mom that she already had her first set of “great grand” babies. 😂

These days, her dolls have to share space with her other interests. She follows quite a strict skincare and haircare routine, using products with natural ingredients or even mixing up her own. Like most teenagers, I'm sure she spends quite a bit of time in front of the mirror! 😂

She also has a real love for animals and a very caring heart. I love seeing that gentle side of her and the way she cares about the things and people she loves.

Her favourite singer is Olivia Rodrigo, whose music seems to capture that stage of life so well….when you're figuring out who you are, navigating friendships and emotions, when everything somehow feels a little bigger.

It's been lovely watching Summer grow from the little girl she was into the young woman she is becoming, while still seeing those little glimpses of the child who loved her dolls.

KARA

Kara, aka Kiki, turns 13 soon. She is my younger sister's daughter. She has two older brothers who absolutely dote on her, their little sister.

She is kind and gentle and softly spoken, but don't be fooled by that quiet nature, because she can cut you down to size with just a stare. 😂

Now, I may or may not be in trouble for that line. If you don't hear from me, send help. 🤫

Kiki works hard, too. Once she sets her mind to something, she is determined to achieve it. She made sure she had all the boxes ticked to get into her preferred high school….and she was accepted 🙌🏽. I love that quiet determination in her. She knows what she wants and is prepared to put in the work to achieve it.

She loves ballet and most forms of dance and is very good at it. It's lovely watching her pursue the things she loves with that same determination.

INDIA ROSE

India Rose is happy and doesn't let things phase her too much. She has a lovely ability to bounce back, which I think is such a wonderful quality to have.

She is kind and funny and loves animals, but India is also a serious foodie. This is the child who will ask “What's for dinner?” while she's still eating breakfast. She reminds me of someone I know... 🤐😅

Her favourite meal is “naachose”, as she calls them, and she's particularly happy when her dad isn't home for nachos night because that means more for her! 😂

She looks like her dad, and she could easily pass as my own child. In fact, when she was little, we took her to church with us. A visiting parishioner, whom I hadn't seen in ages, spotted me with India and his eyes were as big as saucers.

It took me a minute to understand the look.

Yep... a lot can happen in two years. Like my brother and his wife making me an aunt again. His reaction was basically, “Wow... I really thought there for a minute.” 😂

These three girls have grown and changed, but the things that make them who they are remain.

I am so proud of the young women they are becoming, and so grateful that I get to watch them grow. ❤️

BONUS COUSINSI've mentioned before that my children have been blessed to have another set of cousins in their lives. The...
22/08/2026

BONUS COUSINS

I've mentioned before that my children have been blessed to have another set of cousins in their lives. These two young ladies are Lizette's daughters, but they have always been so much more than just our friends' children. They are family.

Although a large part of their school-going years was spent in Pretoria, they spent many of their school holidays at our home. Our children all grew up together, my son, their brother and our girls, and those holidays became part of our family's story. There were years of laughter, noise, sleepovers and children everywhere. My kids looked forward to those holidays, and I'm pretty sure these are the memories they will hold onto....the simple, happy memories of growing up surrounded by family.

SYDNEY

I've known Sydney since she was a newborn, so I've had the privilege of watching her grow through so many different stages of her life, from little girl to hip-hop dancer and now to a young woman doing her Master's in City Planning.

Syd is strong, independent and dependable, and this hardworking young woman makes me so proud. She is also very self-aware. In her quiet way, she is passionate about many things, particularly sustainable living and the environment.
She has always been determined and willing to put in the work, and I've watched her grow into someone who takes her responsibilities seriously and works hard for what she wants.

It's quite something to look back at the little girl I knew and see the woman she has become. From hip-hop and school holidays at our house to pursuing a Master's in City Planning—what a journey it has been!

I'm sure she'll make a huge impact in her chosen field, and I can't wait to see where her journey takes her.

ZETA

Zeta is also incredibly hardworking, and she has a wonderfully creative side too. She is currently studying Sports Science and absolutely loving it.

For as long as I have known her, she has always been concerned about other people. She is the one who checks in to see if everyone is okay and notices when someone might need a little extra care. She has such a big heart.

She is strong and independent. As I mentioned she is creative and has already shown an entrepreneurial streak of her own. She coaches rugby, combining her love of the sport with her Sport Science knowledge to develop training programmes. I love seeing her explore her interests and figure out where they might take her.

Both these girls have grown up alongside my children, and although they aren't cousins by blood, they have been woven into our family in a way that makes that distinction almost irrelevant.

Our children have grown up with an extra set of cousins, and we have been incredibly blessed to have them in our lives. ❤️

I am so proud of the young women Sydney and Zeta have become, and I can't wait to see what the next chapters hold for both of them.

21/08/2026

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