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Farewell, Carolyn

April 12, 2013 · 17 Comments

This is a hard post to write. It’s a post that among all the happiness and good news that usually abound in my little corner of the internet, cuts straight through to the core of it all and brings me to my knees.

The other week, on the train back from Paris, an email from one of my grooms popped up and I smiled as I thought it was such a happy coincidence Marc getting in touch with me just then, what with me being on my way back from France, his home country. My smile died quickly as I started reading the words that followed.

‘Hi Marianne,

I am saddened beyond words to say that my wonderful wife Carolyn, love of my life, generous and tender hearted mother of our little baby Camille, passed away this Wednesday. No one can start to understand how her time could have come so early and tragically, her being so young, fit and so full of love to give to everyone around her, full of life, exciting projects and fondness for Camille, our little family being at the peak of happiness.

She had a cardiac arrest during her sleep last Sunday morning, with no sign of warning. She was reanimated and kept in coma in the Hospital in Poitiers, France, leaving the earthly life 5 days later to remain in us all, the hearts that she touched, in our baby daughter’s beautiful eyes, and not forgetting the people saved by the organs she donated.

Live every day intensely, fill every day will love.

Marc’

Even now these words cause my chest to tighten and a huge wave of sadness to wash over me, and it is impossible – and too painful – to even try to comprehend what Marc is going through right now.

Carolyn & Marc’s wedding was a true celebration of the deep love between them, and I don’t think anyone who got to spend time with Carolyn will ever forget what a sweet, vivacious spirit she had, and how brightly she shined. I feel honoured that she touched my life, and she will forever profoundly remind me of what it is that is important. To live now. To love now. To hold each other now. We don’t know what is around the corner.

Sadly I can’t be present today as Carolyn is being laid to rest, but I couldn’t not say goodbye. So here it is, my farewell to Carolyn, in the only way I know how – by remembering her beauty through images.

Carolyn Broussely

If you feel moved to, please feel free to donate in Carolyn’s memory to Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Epic West Coast road trip + WPPI 2013

March 19, 2013 · 40 Comments

In case you have been wondering where I’ve been for the past few weeks, here comes your explanation. I love road tripping and this trip along the west coast of the US, from LA to Portland, was as epic as they come. I ended my trip at the WPPI 2013 convention in Las Vegas, which was exhausting but also a lot of fun.

There were so many highlights… San Francisco, Big Sur, the redwoods, the foggy Oregon coastline… What I loved most though was hanging out with old friends & family, and making new friends along the way – there are so many memories from this trip that I will treasure forever.

It’s a bit of a bumper post so brace yourselves for many a picture of the road and sea…

West Coast USA road trip

West Coast USA road trip

A little peek behind the scenes

January 26, 2013 · 5 Comments

While the winter has been intentionally quieter on the shooting front, quite a lot has been happening behind the scenes at Marianne Taylor Photography. I’ve been working with a designer to evolve the MTP brand, and it’s so exciting to see it all starting to take shape. I’m hoping to launch a new website by the end of February, so watch this space, there’s going to be a whole lot of pretty coming your way! If you’re feeling too impatient, you could take a look at the new home for my personal photography in the meanwhile. It’s a little corner of the internet I built for myself in the hopes of keeping the fire burning under my personal projects. Fingers crossed.

I’ve also given my office a bit of a spruce up, including an almighty clear out. It’s amazing how much more space you can create by just being brutal and not holding on to all the ‘maybe one day it will be useful’ type of stuff. There’s still bits and pieces to finish off, but already I’m feeling so much happier in my office space. Every time I walk into it I can’t help but smile and feel inspired, and that’s what a good work space should do for you. Here’s a little sneak into some of my favourite corners of the office. One day, once it’s all finished, I might give you a more comprehensive tour.

The year in pictures

December 31, 2012 · 44 Comments

Favourite images from 2012 by Marianne Taylor Photography.

Here we are, at the end of another year full of happiness, laughter, prettiness, growth, joy, challenges, triumphs and so much gratitude for being able to do what I love. Thank you so much to all of my clients for simply being the most beautiful people ever, I am so humbled to have been allowed to take a few steps at your side. Thank you to all the vendors I’ve had the privilege to work with, you create the most amazing work community I’ve ever been a part of. Thank you to Susanna for yet another year of adventures, and keeping my feet on the ground when my head might be in the clouds. Thank you to Stu for hanging on to what can sometimes be a bumpy ride. Thank you to my friends for extending my family further than I ever imagined.

Personally, 2012 was a year of tremendous growth for me. I am stepping into 2013 with so much more awareness of who and where I am in the world, and what the paths I want to explore are.

But before stepping into the future, I’ll let my lovely muses kiss 2012 goodbye! x

Dreamers | Amy Seeley | Personal

December 18, 2012 · 6 Comments

After stumbling into my personal project with Jerome, I was a little bit worried about losing momentum, about not following through. With this second instalment of Dreamers I’ve regained faith in the knowledge that this will indeed be a series. It will continue, because keeping it alive keeps a fire burning, a fire I wish never to go out.

In early December I spent time in Kansas City with Amy Seeley. Amy is an incredible woman, so gentle, sweet, and talented in so many ways. Her music has been a huge inspiration and companion to me for some time now, but not only that, she also has an incredible eye for photography, just take a look at her beautiful Instagram account for starters.

Spending time chasing the sun above the ceilings of Kansas City with Amy will be one of those memories I will treasure forever. And later that night, sitting in Amy’s living room, listening to her singing one of my favourite songs, Mile Marker, I felt so incredibly grateful that following my heart had led me to that moment in time.

Later in the week I got to witness Amy becoming Mrs Messenger in a beautiful wedding ceremony. Looking at these images now, I feel I can see her hopes and dreams for her marriage reflected on her face, something that make these some of my favourite photos I’ve ever taken. Knowing what a good and sweet man she married, my heart really does burst with joy for her.

Dear Amy, I feel so lucky to be a part of your life, you truly are the kindest person I know. Thank you for sharing your spirit, and all your beautiful gifts with the world. x

Farewell, Carolyn

Epic West Coast road trip + WPPI 2013

A little peek behind the scenes

The year in pictures

Dreamers | Amy Seeley | Personal

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