Monthly Archives: March 2009

Barnaby and Nathaniel

I last photographed Barnaby when he was six months old. It was lovely to see him again – he has grown into a delightful nearly three year old. This time he was joined by his new baby brother Nathaniel … It was interesting to see that Nathaniel looked very similar to Barnaby at his age.....

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Emilia and Thomas

I photographed Thomas and Emilia in the studio, and they were both very cute, making for some beautiful photographic memories for their parents… and for themselves for when they are older. To book a shoot for me to capture exceptional portraits of your baby or child(ren) please shoot me an email here or send me...

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Ballet photography dates coming soon..

Melanie East Photography has teamed up with Chew Valley Dancing School and Avon Dance Academy and will be offering two days of ballet photography on two dates to be announced in May.    Would you like beautiful timeless images of your ballet dancing daughter? Well this is the chance for you to have your little...

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Launching.. Simply Millie Mini Sessions

Inspired by my daughter, I introduce “Simply Millie Mini Sessions”. This is a fifteen minute studio shoot, with your favourite ten images on CD as high resolution files for you to print, email or have enlarged as often as you wish. MEP retains the copyright, but you have non commercial printing and reproduction rights. Competitively...

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The little ballerina – on aluminium mount

Remember the image of the little ballerina? I’ve had it made into a stunning piece of wall art. The silver aluminium mount is a creative medium which works exceptionally well with black and white images. Silver reflects light and accentuates colour. The image was printed onto silver paper, sealed with a special textured laminate and...

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Another wedding idea…

If you are having your wedding gown made for you, then consider purchasing a metre or so extra of the same fabric… it pays to think ahead! Why? Well when I got married I looked to the future and loved the idea that if I was to have a baby it would wear a Christening...

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Wedding Favours

This week’s wedding idea is about favours also known as bonbonniere. The centuries old tradition of wedding favours originates from Italy, where five sugared almonds would be given to each wedding guest. Five is significant because it cannot be divided and it also symbolises wealth, health, fertility, long life and happiness. Bring a true handmade...

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Olivia at seven months

Just time to post a couple of taster shots from my session with baby Olivia – who, again, is a completely adorable baby. We captured some great expression from her during this shoot and she has the most adorable features … Thoughtful… Visit my website to find out more about baby photography or please contact...

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