My friends call me Mel

 

 

 

I’m drawn to the quiet, in-between moments and the wild playful memories that tell real stories.


Becoming a mother changed the way I see love, connection, and the fleeting nature of time. My work is warm and intimate, focused on capturing the feeling of being fully present with the people you love most. I'll add a little yeehaw to it if I can.


Every session is a space where you can simply be. No stiff posing, no pressure, just honest moments you get to look back on forever.


I’d love to help tell your story.

 

If you’re about honest, emotive images over perfection, we’ll be a great fit.

Testimonials

"We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very first interaction, Melise was warm, professional, and incredibly attentive, making the entire process feel effortless and relaxed. We felt genuinely cared for throughout the session, and that comfort truly shows in the final images.

"The photographs are timeless, beautifully captured, and perfectly reflect the feeling of the moment — they mean so much to us. We are absolutely thrilled with the result."

THE KELLY FAMILY

"We absolutely loved our experience with Melise and our engagement photos are still a set of memories we treasure closely.

"I remember being really nervous before the shoot because we had never done something
like it before. But as soon as we met Melise, her relaxed yet energetic vibe instantly put us at ease. It was such a fun shoot and every time I
see the photos, now nearly 5yrs on, I’m instantly taken back to how we felt during that time in
our life."

SOPHIE + BILLY

"Melise is an absolutely incredible photographer. From start to finish, the experience was seamless, relaxed, and genuinely enjoyable. Melise has such a warm, calming presence and an amazing ability to make everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera.

"Her attention to detail is outstanding, and the final images were beyond anything we expected: natural, beautiful, and full of emotion. She captured moments we didn’t even realise were happening, turning them into memories we’ll treasure forever."

THE MCANULTY FAMILY

Testimonials

I’ve worked with Melise on more projects than I can remember.

Most recently she has captured my engagement, maternity shoot and newborn session.


With every session she made us all feel at ease in front of the camera. The photos are incredible, always so many amazing photos to choose from and they come back so quickly!

Rachelle

Melise was so much fun to work with on a project! Thank you so much for making me feel so comfortable and look sexy as!

molly

Melise was recommended to us when we were planning our wedding, and we couldn’t have been happier. Since then, she’s photographed some of the most special moments of our lives, including newborn photos for both of our babies.


It’s been so lovely returning to the same photographer as our family has grown — Melise makes everything feel easy and comfortable, and we’ll treasure these photos forever!

casey + rory

 

As seen in:

 

Central West Lifestyle Magazine

The Australian Bushman's Campdraft and Rodeo Magazine

Orange City Life Magazine

Beyond the Bale Magazine

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