Riehan Bakkes, born and raised in the historic town of Stellenbosch, South Africa, discovered his passion for extreme sports photography through his love of surfing and skateboarding. What began as a hobby quickly turned into a professional pursuit, with his work being featured in magazines worldwide.

Nearly 20 years ago, after earning a Master’s Degree in Economics from Stellenbosch University, Riehan made a bold career shift to full-time photography. Since then, he has dedicated himself to honing his craft and producing exceptional content.

Today, Riehan is a sought-after commercial photographer, specializing in Product, Lifestyle, Celebrities, Fashion, Beauty, Portraits, Food, and Wine Estates. Whether shooting on location or from his fully equipped studio, he is known for consistently delivering top-tier, high-quality still photography to his esteemed clients.