References for xxmrmthxx - Mel Tongue

Captain Custard said...

Well, what a lovely girl!

There was I - pulling my hair out because today's model had cancelled with only a few hours notice - but within 30 minutes of putting a last minute casting on PP, Mel had contacted me, found out where I was, confirmed that she had her ID, and was on her way.

Am I disappointed the other model cancelled? Not in the slightest - she did me a favour; today I ended up working with perhaps one of the most professional, most beautiful, warm & friendly models I've ever worked with.

Come back soon Mel, and bring a friend. Because anyone you rate will be absolutely fine with me.

Rosemarie

Mel modelled for our all day Life Drawing workshop in Swindon. She was a brilliant model. Great communication throughout, having booked her in May 2014, yes May !! She turned up and early so that she could settle in and was extremely professional throughout. I would recommend Mel to anyone, whether it be a photographer or artist. She has a unique look and for all of those who know their art, great for a Modigliani experience. Thank you Mel. We look forward to you modelling for us again

Michael White

I shot with Melissa during 2 fantastic days at my location in the Algarve Portugal. Having been impressed by Melissa's amazing portfolio of work I anticipated her trip to Portugal with keen excitement.

Melissa and I exchanged ideas before the shoot and I was encouraged by her interest in my ideas.

We exchanged picture ideas as tear sheets via e-mail.

Melissa was keen to put forward her own ideas as well as interpret my vision of images that would suit her style - and the location we were to work in.

Melissa arrived in Portugal with a terrific selection of clothes and accessories as well as a range of

make up - that she applied and changed very professionally - with changes to her hair style with each different 'look' that we tried.

Melissa has great energy, a superb modelling style and is extremely versatile with a well practiced ability to pose beautifully with very little direction.

I thoroughly recommend Melissa and will be working with her again very soon!

Rob Hill (robhillphoto)

Just got back from a fabulous shoot with Mel.... our second one and the first studio shoot - everything was perfect - great comms before the shoot, and on the day.

Really pleasant person to have around the studio - very friendly and professional - but an absolute perfectionist - determined and capable of getting the perfect shot...... Mel was also very willing to try out some completely experimental ideas...... and only one pack of Jaffa Cakes was harmed in creating the wonderful images! :-)

Definitely one of the best models around - totally reliable and very enthusiastic and capable - highly recommended!

We will be shooting again...... :-)

Paul H 90 said...

Another shot with the great Melissa Tongue - this time on location and honoured to be the first of 2015 - Nude outside - she is brave!! Got off 4 different styles in about 2 hours. As always Mel enthusiasm is contagious and really enjoyed the shot. We went a little funky for the last style - fingers crossed it works out well.

As per usual Mel looks stunning throughout, she moves from one fantastic pose to the next awesome pose without direction and with absolute grace. Mel provides a suitable wardrobe to achieve the look that's desired to achieve the high standards.

And as per usual Highly recommended and looking forward to working with Mel again - soon I hope :)

Bigfish3311

I have had a number of shoot with Mel, Always punctual, always well prepared and always great fun to work with. We will have a great number of shots to choose from another wonderful shoot.

Natasha Felix

I had the chance to shoot with Mel and even tho it was a short shoot i had lots of fun! Mel is so sweet and made me feel 100% comfortable. Not to mention she is an amazing model! definitely recommend her! she definitley wont disappoint you.

I hope i get the chance to shoot with her again.

Natasha xx

Looks Photography

Had the most enjoyable pleasure of my first shoot with the delightful Mel yesterday.

Moving effortlessly from pose to pose Mel needed no direction, her beautifully slim, well toned, and attractive figure complemented her excellent, and superb art nude posing abilities.

Mel's lovely personality, professional attitude to her modelling, and being excellent to work with, Mel can without hesitation be Very Highly Recommended.

OysterCatcher

Top marks for a top model. There are few models in the business as enthusiastic, reliable and creative as Melissa. She is a hard worker, not a clock watcher, and understands the concept in each shoot theme. A rare find and worth a shoot whenever she is in your area...not to be missed.

Allan M

Had a quickly arranged winter fashion location shoot with Mel. As both of us are local to each other, this was only my second shoot with Mel. We arranged to shoot by the river (weir) at Henley early morning. Two hours we shot for, as Mel is recovering from a long term illness. She showed no sign of this, and was in great form. Mel is a very experienced model, and knows her stuff fantastic.

She turned up looking fab and ready to shoot. A real joy of two hours fun, shooting in a fab location. Lovely weather, a little too bright at times. I can not say enough, how nice and gorgeous a lady Mel is.

She has been through enough lately with her illness. Mel shone through the shoot looking a million dollars, and even showed a smile!

I only ask how come, as we are local this is only our second shoot. Totally recommended Mel, I will be working with Mel soon I hope.

Thanks Mel for those two hours Allan x

Mike Croshaw said...

Had a brilliant last min shoot with Mel today. I first shot with Mel three years ago when I was just starting out. She was a really good model then and she has only gotten better and better in the years since. She has the longest legs in Berkshire and really knows how to pose to best show off her incredible figure. She also has a lovely face and can really pull some great expressions. We only shot for 2 hours but she is such a pro that we got through around 10 totally different sets. Highly recommended:) Lovely person as well which is an added bonus!

Paul H 90 said...

Had my second shot with 'Mel' today. Excellent pre shot communication - she even went out of her way to get props for the shot!! Mel was stunning as usual. She moves between poses effortlessly as a great selection of clothes for the shot. Mels make up and hair was immaculate throughout the shot. Totally recommend to any photographer - she will improve your portfolio. Highly advise you to book her. Already planning next shot. Thanks :)

Eva Seraph

I recently have modelled alongside Melissa for the first time at Fine & Dandee studio which was an utterly amazing experience. Melissa has been an idol of mine for a long time and when the opportunity arose to model with her I jumped at it, I was not at all disappointed. She is a great model, bubbly and fun. Melissa has a great range of poses and expressions.

Highly recommended - you will not be disappointed :D

Kevin Birch

I had a shoot with Melissa about four years ago but our paths drifted apart. I was pleased to find her on this site and very impressed with her portfolio. We got together again and made some magic. It was a fun shoot during which Mel demonstrated how good a model she is. Sadly, we didn't have quite enough time but Mel was in action for almost two hours without a break or a Jaffa cake! Mel is a model equally able to respond to direction or to get into spontaneous poses. She is quick, efficient and fun. We'll meet again. Highly recommended.

DPhotoArt said...

Worked with Melissa she is a very helpful and versatile model using a good studio called Fine and Dandee

of Wokingham. She took all the hard work out of setting up the shoot for me which was great and in a limited time I was able to get a good variety of photos. Excellent model.

samthedog

There is only one way to describe Melissa - FABULOUS.

I met and worked with Mel for the first time on 4th Dec at the Fine and Dandee studios. Pre shoot communications were excellent with lots of messaging to and fro about ideas for the shoot and other matters, like Mel adores chocolate cake!!.

Mel is one of those models who, once you've met and worked with will be unforgettable; tall, lanky and easy-going with a beautiful figure which Mel uses to devastating effect - very able to adopt interesting and stimulating poses from her own repertoire as well as taking direction. As always time sped by and the shoot was over too quickly but in that time I really enjoyed Mel's company as she is a very interesting person to talk to. Would definitely recommend Melissa and certainly want to work together again.

John

Penny Hardie

I love working with Mel. She is very easy to direct, really knows her stuff and has a great sense of humour. I highly recommend her and if you haven't worked with her yet, you should.

Bigfish3311

I have shot with Mel on a number of occasions previously and have always had great results. Once again Mel delivers the goods.

We had a half day shoot from my home studio and as well as getting some great results had fun doing it. Working with Mel is always as rewarding as it is productive.

I am sure that we will shoot again in the near future.

Joceline Brooke-Hamilton

Yes! I love this gorgeous lady, she's a super model, and a lovely person to spend time with. I could have talked to her forever. She's so upbeat, energetic and professional in her approach in ensuring that photographers get a great experience of working with her. And as a fellow model I can't recommend her highly enough. I'll certainly hope to work with her again in the future.

Bentley Bodyart

I worked with Melissa on a body painting shoot. She was fun professional and very easy to paint. I highly recommend her. Jules