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Jewels and hats photographed in Melbourne

Once again Adrian Dickens of Circa AD Jewels commissioned me to travel to Melbourne to photograph final images for his 2026 catalogue.

We were fortunate to have Carmen model for us again. Her grace and beauty works so well with the unique pieces from Circa AD and the striking hats from Louis McDonald, the well-known Melbourne milliner. Once again it was a great team and a joy to work with these amazing human beings.

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Photographing in Melbourne for Circa AD Jewels

Louise Macdonald (Milliner) positions one of her hats on Carmen (model)

I always love it when I have a reason to head to Melbourne for work. Melbourne was my old stomping ground in my late teens and early 20’s, while I was studying for a science degree at Monash University. I enjoyed that time discovering all that the city had to offer, a far cry from the dairy farm I grew up on. Now living in Sydney for what seems like a life-time, it’s somewhat nostalgic to have a reason to head back down to Victoria.

The shoot begins…
Louise and Adrian styling Carmen
Ned taking a break
Adrian and Carmen having fun on set

I was shooting the lovely Carmen, who was once again modelling for Adrian Dickens of Circa AD Jewels. This time Adrian was also collaborating with the talented milliner Louise Macdonald

On a perfectly sunny morning, we all met up at Sun Studios in Melbourne to start the shoot. I was assisted by Ned Roche, my trusty “right-hand man”. It was a perfect team. Everything flowed smoothly and there was space to enjoy ourselves while we worked.