A Shared Passion for Visual Storytelling
Thato Dadson Images is a husband and wife owned creative studio. It's all about authenticity and storytelling and we both have a real passion for visual art. We met whilst doing a modelling shoot and instantly clicked. What started as a connection behind the camera quickly developed into a partnership in both life and business.
We've got backgrounds in film, in media production, in photography and in business operations. It's a combination of creative and structural experience which we bring to every project. It's not just about taking beautiful pictures or cinematic films(although that's part of it). We believe great storytelling is about capturing the real emotion, about creating authentic connections and about bringing the story to life in a meaningful way.
Partners in life. Partners in creativity.

Meet Our Team
The People Behind the Lens

Thato Dadson
Co-Owner |
Lead Filmmaker & Photographer
A true storyteller at heart, Thato has a very cinematic eye and a strong creative vision. He has over 15 years of experience in photography, film and media production and is passionate about capturing the real moments and bringing stories to life. He brings that same creativity, precision and a personal touch to every project, whether he's behind the camera or in the role of director. His aim is to create images and productions that really stick in the viewer's mind.
Naomi Joy Dadson
Co-Owner |
Operations
Naomi has a background in the performing arts, business admin and creative production so brings a very particular blend of artistic sensibility and
organizational expertise to the team. She's been involved in everything from editing and project management through to the delivery of a great client experience. Her eye for detail and her creative approach are key to ensuring that every project is fully realised. Every successful production has Naomi behind it in some way ensuring nothing has been missed.

Lyle Santos
Creative Collaborator |
Video Editor
Lyle brings creativity, precision, and a keen eye for story to post-production at Thato Dadson Images. As the team's creative collaborator, he's a vital part of the process of taking the raw footage and turning it into a finished film that's engaging and of high quality. He brings a passion for visual storytelling and the attention to detail needed to produce a film.
Our Approach
We think great visuals do more than just look good. They tell a story, they create a connection and they make an impact. Every project is a chance to bring a vision to life in a creative way through collaboration and a commitment to quality.
