Hi, I’m Melina.
I’m a Geelong-based photographer specialising in maternity, newborn and family sessions.
I create relaxed, natural photos so you can remember your family as you are - across Geelong, the Surf Coast and the Bellarine Peninsula.
A CALM, GUIDED EXPERIENCE -
WITH SOMEONE WHO GETS IT
I’m a mother of three, and motherhood sits at the centre of my work. I'm a nostalgic soul, and it's what drives me to create images that hold onto something real. I know how quickly these seasons pass, and how much you’ll want to hold onto them.
I also know what it feels like to be on your side of the camera - the mental load, the hesitation, wondering if it’s all worth it.
So, I keep things simple and relaxed. I’ll guide you the whole way, so you don’t have to think about what to do - you can just be with your family.
Whether we’re in your home, outdoors or in my studio, I focus on what matters most: connection over perfection.
Images you won’t just look at, but feel - now, and for years to come.
THIS EXPERIENCE IS FOR YOU IF...
- You want photos that feel natural and connected
- You’ve been meaning to book but keep putting it off
- You’re always the one behind the camera and want to be in the photos too
- You’re worried your kids won’t behave (they don’t need to)
- You feel awkward and just want someone to guide you
- You want to remember this season before it changes again
You don’t need to know what you’re doing. That’s my job.
I’ll guide you every step of the way so the experience feels easy and relaxed.
"Melina's warm and calming presence makes every session a joy, and her ability to beautifully capture each moment always exceeds our expectations."
-AMELIA H-
FIND THE SESSION THAT FITS YOUR FAMILY
A relaxed experience, start to finish
You don’t need to be photogenic or know what to do.
I’ll guide you the whole way - from planning and styling through to simple, natural direction during the session - so you can focus on being together, not performing for the camera.
Kids can be themselves (tears and cuddles are welcome). Partners usually end up enjoying it more than they expected - really. And you won’t be left wondering what to do with your hands.
It’s not about getting it perfect. It’s about capturing what’s real.
What families say
You don’t need to wait for the perfect time - This is it.
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Melina Takes Photos welcomes people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexualities and abilities.
We acknowledge the Wadawurrung, Woiwurrung and Boonwurrung Peoples of the Kulin Nation as
the Traditional Owners of the lands, waterways and skies on which we work, live and learn.
We show respect and value to your culture while celebrating the sharing of your stories, importance of birth and belonging,
and the gift of raising children on your land.
Lifestyle maternity, newborn, family and couples photography in Geelong, Melbourne and the Surf Coast – Melina Takes Photos preserves your story with warmth, honesty and timeless style.Melina captures family, maternity, pregnancy, newborn, couples and extended family photographs across the Greater Geelong, Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula regions, as well as Melbourne as requested. Locations include Highton, Belmont, Waurn Ponds, Grovedale, Hamlyn Heights, Manifold Heights, Herne Hill, Bell Park, Bell Post Hill, Geelong North, Newtown, Geelong West, Geelong, Rippleside Park, East Geelong, Newcomb, Torquay, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Mt Duneed, Armstrong Creek, Charlemont, Leopold, Curlewis, Queenscliff, Portarlington, Bellarine, Point Londsdale, Colac, Winchelsea, Bannockburn, Teesdale, Inverleigh, Lara, Bacchus Marsh, Werribee and more.
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