From my travels, to yours.

Hi! I’m Melissa, a Cape Town–based travel filmmaker and photographer, passionate about exploring beautiful destinations and the outdoors.

My work specialises in luxury hospitality, from boutique hotels and safari lodges to coastal guesthouses, as well as working with tourism boards and lifestyle brands. I bring their stories to life through visual storytelling.

Beyond my work as a travel filmmaker and photographer, I'm also the owner and host of Blouberg Coastal Hideout, a boutique stay in the heart of Bloubergstrand, Cape Town.

If you’re interested in working together, or simply want to get in touch, I’d love to hear from you!

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Blouberg Coastal Hideout

Beyond my work as a travel filmmaker and photographer, I'm also the owner and host of Blouberg Coastal Hideout, a boutique stay in the heart of Bloubergstrand, Cape Town.

It's a personal project that’s very dear to me. Welcoming guests to my hometown has given me a deeper appreciation for the hospitality industry and the small details that create memorable stays.

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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