This past weekend was the annual Balloon Aloft Hunter Valley Fiesta in the Hunter Valley. Over 25 hot air balloons from all around the country launched together at sunrise to float over wine country at heights of up to 3.5 thousand feet each morning. We were lucky enough to view the festival from a hot air balloon with Sean, a competitive pilot from Sydney. Sean is a former Qantas engineer who now designs and writes Read more…
Today we celebrated 40 years of our lovely friend Razzy along with her nearest and dearest. Razzy and I met through a mutual love of photography many years ago, and have continued our friendship both in Australia and abroad, if you’re on Instagram be sure to check her out at @razzy_b. Razzy spends her days working in what I would call a real ‘grown up job’… finding a cure for cancer, and she will one Read more…
This week I had the chance to photograph Christina and her beautiful fur baby Lizzie. Lizzie is a smooth hair fox terrier, and a real ball of energy and love. There is nothing Lizzie wouldn’t do for her ball, and it made for the sweetest photos with her mum. This is what real happiness looks like, the bond between you and your fur baby. Christina works in Newcastle saving lives everyday, but I think deep Read more…
Nadine & Paul were married at the rotunda in King Edward Park, Newcastle. We had postcard perfect weather and blooming flowers everywhere! Their special day was spent full of laughter and friendship, celebrating with their closest friends and family. Nadine made a stunning entrance with her boys, who proudly walked her down to aisle to Paul. Their vows were a beautiful testimony to each other, and really made us feel lucky to be a part Read more…
Neaty & Steve were married at the Woodville School of Arts in Woodville. The ceremony took place outside the quaint country hall on the lush grounds, surrounded by their family and friends. It was an emotional day, I could see the love that Steve and Neaty have for one another, and their families and friends. I felt lucky to be part of their day. I can’t say another word without talking about the reception and Read more…
Kate & Lenny were married at the Secret Circle within the grounds of Bilpin Resort. We were surrounded by 43 picturesque acres of some of the most beautiful apple picking countryside you could image. Kate arrived on a unicorn, yes, a unicorn driven horse carriage, and from that point on I knew that this wedding was going to be something really special and unique. There is something about traditions and the unexpected that is really Read more…
Ben & Carlo met by chance in Berlin, and very quickly they knew that there was a strong connection between them. Two years later they married in Switzerland, and choose to have their wedding celebration at Bondi Beach. Bondi was the obvious choice as Carlo loves Australia and for a European Bondi beach is an iconic Aussie experience! Ben, an Australian, knew that the combination of beach views and food would make for the perfect Read more…
The reception took place at the Pacific Palms SLSC during whale season!! There is nothing more distracting as a photographer than seeing out of the corner of your eye multiple 36,000 kg humpback whales breaching and waving you on as you go, this was truly an unforgettable day, you guys were just the sweetest couple. Thank you for letting us be there on your special day, Melissa & Shannon xox Vendor Credits: Photography: Left of Read more…
There’s nothing like a Water Works to turn on the water works! Erin & Jake were married at the Walka Water Works in Oakhampton, Maitland. This historical location boasts exposed brickwork, vintage vibes and the quirky touches of nature all mixed together to make their wedding a unique and beautiful day. The bride and groom celebrated with an intimate ceremony inside with their friends and family. And afterwards enjoyed home made treats with a selection Read more…
Hello, thank you for stopping by! My name is Melissa Evans and I am based on the beautiful Lake Macquarie, NSW half way between Newcastle and the Central Coast. I photograph everything from weddings, portraits, families and landscapes, but with a real passion for working with each client making sure each session is one of a kind and exactly what you are looking for. People often ask me how I came up with the name Read more…
