Editorial & fine art photography

Hi, my name is

Mel

Striving for AUTHENTICITY

NOT perfection.

This is me, not a fan of being in front of a camera, but I love being behind one.  I've been shooting weddings and families full time since 2011. Although the pendulum swings as to what I shoot more of, I can't see myself shooting one without the other. More recently I have begun exploring the area of motherhood and what that means. It's an ongoing venture/project/art form that I am loving exploring. Birth photography is also something I am now offering, and I couldn't be more thrilled or humbled to be asked into such a precious space.



I'm a deeply emotional creature, I blame that on my star sign (Cancer) but it means that for me, connection is everything.


Photos aren't worth anything if they don't have soul and eyes that speak to you (fake smiles be gone). They need feeling and need a big booming heart to catch you deep in your chest for many years to come.



I'm working hard to tell the truth with my photography.


I want to shoot in a way that not only celebrates the beauty among us but works to embrace the raw and messy and shows you there is beauty in that too.


I WANT YOU TO SEE THE BEAUTY IN YOU THAT I SEE

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I love the quiet just as much as the loud.

I love weddings that are brash and bold.

I love an elopement that sits quietly between the two of you.


I love families at home full of mess and life

I love a beach shoot where we can run and play

I love you to be who you are - unapologetically



I WANT TO KNOW WHAT YOU LOVE.

WHO YOU ARE.

WHAT YOU WANT YOUR PHOTOS TO BE.


LET ME SEE YOU. LET'S MAKE ART.






If you have any questions about me, just ask. x





Testimonials

“Mel is a beautiful soul, so generous, kind and the most passionate, hardworking and talented photographer. Mel made us feel so comfortable through both our wedding and newborn shoot. Mel’s experience with both weddings and babies has been evident immediately as she has given us the best advice to optimise both experiences whilst also respecting our wishes. We are forever grateful for the beautiful photos captured by Mel and will definitely book her again when we expand our family!”

—Taryn and Greg

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