How it all began
I’ve spent over fifteen years behind the camera, capturing love, connection, and the fleeting moments that pass far too quickly.
What began as a busy wedding business has gently grown into something softer and more intentional, photography centred around calm storytelling, natural emotion, and meaningful memories.
Today, I specialise in whimsical portraits, family sessions, maternity photography, and intimate weddings, creating images that feel warm, honest, and timeless.
I’m a mum, a wife, a storyteller, and someone who finds magic in quiet, ordinary moments. Soft light through trees, tiny hands in yours, laughter carried on the wind.
These days, photography fits around family life and the slower rhythm I’ve learned to value. And in many ways, that has made my work more meaningful than ever before.
Every session I take on is chosen with care, so I can give each family and couple the time, attention, and heart their memories deserve.
My Process & Promise To You
I believe the most beautiful photographs happen when you feel relaxed, safe, and completely yourself. My sessions are unhurried and gentle. There is no pressure to pose perfectly or perform for the camera. Only space to laugh, breathe, connect, and simply be present in the moment.
Because years from now, it won’t be the perfect pose you treasure most… it will be the feeling of that moment in time.
Thank you for being here. It truly means the world that you’re considering Winter Willow Photography to capture such precious moments in your story.
If my work feels like the right fit for you, I would love to hear from you.
With warmth,
Melanie
Kind Words from my clients
“The Day Was Just Perfect!”
Knowing Mel since she was a teen, we knew we had to have her photograph our wedding as she knew us personally. We had such a fun filled day and am glad she was there to capture the moments! They are perfect and we love them to this day.
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“What A Wonderful Day!”
Mel was fantastic on our wedding day! She took the photos we asked for and went above and beyond to help on the day. We love our pictures so much and are very grateful to her and her second photographer who helped the day run smoothly and create beautiful photographs for us.
Things you need to know about me
The little, quiet moments are often the ones I treasure most.
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I’ll gently guide you, but I’ll never force you into stiff, unnatural poses.
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My favourite photographs are usually found in the laughter, cuddles and beautiful chaos in between.
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Save the moments that matter most