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With Melissa Decarli
Date: Saturday October 17 2026
Time: 15 minute timeslots
Location: Taylors Lakes Hotel
Express Headshots - Author Headshot Glow-Up with Melissa Decarli
Saturday 17th October
11- 1pm (15 minute timeslots available)
Taylors Lakes Hotel - Private Room
Every author and illustrator needs a professional headshot… for your website, socials, speaking gigs, wholesale sheets, media opportunities and the inevitable “please send through a bio and headshot” email.
These express 15-minute sessions are designed specifically for authors and illustrators wanting polished, professional images without the awkward all-day photoshoot.
What to expect:
A very relaxed, 15 minute photoshoot in a private room with professional photographer, Melissa Decarli
Just wear something that makes you feel fabulous, bring your book if you’d like to include it in your photos… and Mel will take care of the rest.
What you'll receive:
2–3 professionally edited headshots
A clean digital background matched to your branding colours
High-resolution and web-sized images ready to use across your platforms
Images will be delivered (via email) within 3 weeks of the event.
$120 (very limited spots available)
ticket price: $120
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