I was delighted when Mel from Mel Wilde Photography approached me last month with the view to collaborating on a concept shoot to tie in with World Book Day. Mel is one of SW London's leading wedding and lifestyle photographers and I'm a big fan of her themed shoots so it was lovely to meet her at last. Previously, we had communicated via the odd tweet and face book post.
Mel had the idea of Little Red Riding Hood, an iconic fairytale that we all know and love and had found the perfect model in Mia to act the part. The most stunning red cloak was conjured up by Libby from the Dressing Up Chest and my very small contribution was the pretty and traditional Giselle nightdress and the Little Red Riding Hood rag doll.
I love this shot. Little Red snuggling with her friendly rag doll, basket at the ready full of goodies for Grandma. A get well card and spring bouquet from Karen Woolven floral design.
And she's all set to begin her journey through the forest...or in this case the beautiful grounds of Warren House in Kingston. A beautiful wedding venue which despite having lived here for 25 years, I have only just discovered. Can't wait to try afternoon tea there!
I think Mia was an absolute super star modelling in this shoot. It was such a freezing day in February and walking out and about on a frosty morning in a cotton nightdress is not to be recommended!
I love the dark gothic edge to the forest walk scenes. Little Red please be careful!
Well, like all good fairy tales there has to be a happy ending for our heroine and Little Red arrives safely at Grandma's house.
Thank you so much to Mel for including us in her collaboration of local businesses. You can read more about the shoot on her blog here.
Thank you so much to Mel for including us in her collaboration of local businesses. You can read more about the shoot on her blog here.
