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Two practices, one philosophy: strategy first, then image. Everything below is a starting point — every project is shaped to fit you.

 work together.

01

Growth Partner

Strategy that grows your brand.

01 · Signature

Visual Growth Partner

A 6-month creative direction partnership. Quarterly shoots + content strategy + monthly check-ins. For founders who want their feed, site and campaigns to breathe as one.

- Quarterly brand shoots
- Monthly strategy call
- Content calendar
- Unlimited Loom feedback

From AED 22,000
/ quarter

02 · Intensive

Brand Direction Intensive

A two-week intensive. Positioning, visual identity direction, content pillars — written down in a deck you can hand to anyone.

- Positioning workshop
- Visual + verbal direction
- 90-min strategy session
- Final deck + Loom walkthrough

From AED 11,000

02

Photography

From AED 2,500

- 2-hour shoot
- 20+ edited frames
- Pre-call + moodboard
- Usage rights — perpetual

Imagery that does the talking.


A 2-hour session. One location, two looks. For the founder who needs a small, perfect set of frames that look like her.

Editorial
Portrait

02 · Portrait

From AED 4,500

- Full-day shoot
- Pre-shoot moodboard
- 40+ edited frames
- Usage rights 

A full day. Portraits, lifestyle, product, the quiet in-betweens. For founders ready to build a long-term visual library.

The Brand
Session

01 · Brand

– Half or full day
– Editorial reportage
– 50+ edited frames
– Same-week delivery

Pilates, yoga, padel, retreats. Live, editorial coverage of community moments — never staged, always considered.

Lifestyle
Events

03 · EVENTS

On request

– On-location shoot
– Editorial — seriously
– 40+ edited frames
– Athlete + brand usage

Surf, paddle, kite, climb. Editorial-grade action photography for athletes, brands and event organisers.

Action Sport Editorial

04 · ACTION SPORT

On request

Let's get on a call and
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A 30-minute call. Free. No pressure. You'll leave with clarity either way.

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Professional experience from start to finish. Mel was able to interpret my ideas and deliver beautiful photos that were beyond my expectations. Highly recommend!

-sian Titchener

Working with CookYourLife was a seamless and thoughtful experience. From visual direction to final delivery, the process was clear, intentional and beautifully executed.

- Vita Emerald