Bespoke Film & Photography

By Melissa Blanche

Hi! I’m Melissa, a Cape Town-based filmmaker & photographer with a passion for travel and the outdoors.

Inspired by nature and curated spaces, I specialise in capturing luxury boutique hotels and lodges, bringing spaces to life through visual storytelling.

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Blouberg Coastal Hideout

Beyond my creative work, I’m also the owner and host of Blouberg Coastal Hideout, a boutique Airbnb in the heart of Bloubergstrand, Cape Town.

Hosting in my hometown has given me an even deeper appreciation for the hospitality industry. It’s a personal project that beautifully complements my work behind the camera, and continues to inspire how I help hospitality brands tell their own stories.

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Testimonials

  • “Melissa instantly understood our vision and delivered stunning footage; wildlife, landscapes, food, and even aerial shots. Her editing is exceptional, perfectly capturing the mood we wanted. She handled both video and stills beautifully, creating a hotel video we're incredibly proud of.”

    - LAST WORD INTIMATE HOTELS

  • “Melissa created stunning still and video content for Grand Africa Rooms & Rendezvous, exceeding our expectations. She was professional, efficient, and delivered ahead of schedule. Highly recommended for both photography and videography!”

    - LIFE & BRAND PORTFOLIO

  • “Melissa is incredibly talented, professional, and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her!"

    - KOMMETJIE HIDEAWAYS

  • “Melissa’s photography has been instrumental in shaping our brand’s look and style. What started as a few product shots turned into years of collaboration, with her work featured across our local and international platforms.”

    - THISGUY EYEWEAR

  • “Working with Melissa was a great experience. From her attitude to her footage, everything was top class. She’s also very organised and has a great eye for beauty.”

    - AUGMENT AGENCY