Melissa Banks Photographer

23/04/2026

20/04/2026

Aroha b .ngata

31/03/2026

Sublime packaging 🖤

17/03/2026

Witnessing the behind the scenes is always my favourite. Seeing the instant reactions after the performance and the concentration just before the performer goes on stage. And then there is the added bonus of hearing the beautiful performance while capturing images.
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17/03/2026

Witnessing the behind the scenes is always my favourite. Seeing the reactions after the performance and the concentration just before the performer goes on stage. And then there is the added bonus of hearing the beautiful performance.
Here are more images from

11/03/2026

I had the privilege to photograph at the Adam Chambers Music festival again and oh what a treat it was. Here are a few images from the Gala dinner.
.waiariki .quartet

05/03/2026

Pukapuka talks for , it’s always inspiring to hear the why and the journey the authors went on. I’m always told, just grab a few images and then you can leave if you want. I never leave. I always love the stories too much.
He mea whakaohooho a koutou.

24/02/2026

Lights, waiata and movement .alofa

12/02/2026

More Nelson Arts Festival images all taken at NCMA. So much talent and loved photographing all the performances.

12/02/2026