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Georgia

Watch this face! I was lucky enough to organise a short shoot with beautiful new face Georgia (IMG/Pride models) while she was in Melbourne. Keep an eye on this rising star. 

Out of the Woods

Two of a Kind

I recently had the pleasure of shooting with these gorgeous Danish models, Karoline and Mathilde, while they were staying in Melbourne. Make up and hair by the talented Sophie Knox. 

Morven - Part two

Studio Set up - Backlighting

Morven

Roses are Red

Bittersweet

New editorial out on in 'Lucy's Magazine'.

China Doll

New editorial out now in UK based 'Solstice Magazine'. I think it would be almost impossible to take a bad photograph of House of Cannon's latest collection. The flowing silk fabrics and asian inspired designs combine unique and traditional elements. My favourite detail was the dinosaur skeletons, camouflaged into almost every design in the collection. Our Makeup artist and hair stylist, Rachael Nicholas, put her twist on the asian theme, creating a messy side bun paired with almost metallic skin. Thank you team for bringing so much energy to this shoot, (Eloise I hope you aren't too dizzy from all of the spinning). 

Chelsea

Spring is nearly over! To mark the end of November I decided to create something floral and girly with gorgeous Chelsea Grech! 

Cobalt

New Editorial 'Cobalt' out now! Published in Elegant Magazine.

The Woods

Something a little more natural than my usual style. I had almost forgotten how beautiful shooting outdoors could be! These beautiful garments by Third Form contrasted the forest backdrop perfectly. 

Shanghai Suzy Lipsticks

Last weekend I shot some beauty work in collaboration with lipstick brand Shanghai Suzy. 

Take a look at some of my favourite images below! 

Down the Rabbit Hole

I Shot this editorial at the start of the year with Emma and Stephanie. I decided to revisit the images and re-edit some of my favourites from the set. Bralettes by Christie Nicole. 

All that glitters

I love playing with boldness in my shoots, for 'All that Glitters' I paired these incredible garments from Homage with Helen's beautiful dark skin. We shot on location and in the studio, for two contrasting concepts. 

Cherry Cola

Loved playing with some higher-contrast lighting in the studio. The Dewy skin and glossy lips paired perfectly with the reflective cola can. 

Photographer / Stylist : Marissa Alden 

Model: Summer E +Brazen Models 

Make up Artist: Holly Davies 

DIZZY

Captured some movement for a change. For this shoot I layered flowing skirts to complement Emma's long curled hair.  Thanks Emma for spinning around for me. 

Photographer / Stylist: Marissa Alden 

Model: Emma Sim 

Colour Blind

A look into my first ever cover story published in 'Freedom Magazine' (Norway). We took advantage of beautiful natural window light and a worn textured wall to create a simplistic aesthetic. Styled with Pieces from designer Anna Quan, the modern garments contrasted the old location perfectly.