Outpouring of grief as music industry mourns sudden death of Centurion photographer
"He loved the music scene, and it loved him right back."
Well-known Centurion photographer Henry Engelbrecht (45) passed away on Tuesday morning.
Engelbrecht was a renowned South African photographer, especially in the music circles and a great man behind the lens. The cause of death was still unknown, although he had tested positive for Covid last week.
Chris van der Walt, a close friend of Engelbrecht’s, said he was much loved by South African artists.
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“We met 10 years ago, at a heavy metal music performance.
“He had such a good heart and that is something that everybody who knew him will miss the most.
“Besides his love for music and photography, he was an avid biker,” said Van der Walt.
Musician Francois van Coke said that Engelbrecht will be greatly missed.
“I cannot believe you’re not with us anymore. It so damn hard. Your passion was incredible. You were incredibly good to me. I have so many memories you have captured. Thanks for everything my friend.”
Marinette Potgieter, who has worked with Engelbrecht in the past, added that the lensman loved the music scene, and it loved him right back.
“He was really one of the sweetest people in the whole world. Henry was always supportive, always lent a shoulder and always just had nice things to say about others.
“We are shattered by the news and you will leave a huge gap in the music industry,” she said.
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Former guitarist and singer at The Slashdogs, Paul Gioia said that Engelbrecgt showed the world what it meant to be a gentleman.
“You also showed what it meant to be a strong, focused, professional, kind and compassionate man.
“You did more for South African music than most of us.
“Thank you for everything you did for my bands, especially The Slashdogs – year after year, gig after gig.”
Railways Cafe, a live music venue in Centurion also created a post on Facebook about his passing.
“True heart of the music scene, capturing the best moments of people, bands and venues. Thank you for the years of love and kindness, you will be missed dear friend. Rest in peace.”
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