monannie cakes branding session at thorpe manor

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MonAnnie Cakes branding shoot: the prettiest multiple tier luxury white wedding cake with lace relief and rose, ranunculus, daisy detailed sugar flowers against a white backdrop wall. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

MonAnnie Cakes branding shoot: half body shot of a black woman standing by a multiple tier luxury white wedding cake with sugar flowers, wearing a pale blush pink flowy empire cut dress with large puffy sleeves, natural fresh no make-up make-up look, loose hairstyle and smiling down while fixing the sugar flowers. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

bridal shower ideas: close-up shot of luxury wedding desserts pear and Croquembouche on a crystal serving dish, nude pale blush pink taper candles on brass simple candle stick holders, white linen table cloth and white wall with wooden paneling. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

close up of a black woman's hands standing by a multiple tier luxury white wedding cake with sugar flowers, wearing a pale blush pink flowy empire cut dress with large puffy sleeves, natural fresh no make-up make-up look. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

MonAnnie Cakes The Patisseria branding shoot: luxury wedding cake and dessert table with centerpiece floral arrangement in an antique brass urn, various small bite-size desserts, ester and Erik nude taper candles on vintage brass candlestick holders, white rectangle floor length linen table cloth. Others in the photo: a blank olive green wall with paneling, white dado rail, and skirting board, dark wooden floor. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

half body shot of a black woman standing by a luxury wedding dessert table with a floral centrepiece, wearing a pale blush pink flowy empire cut dress with large puffy sleeves, natural fresh no make-up make-up look, loose hairstyle and smiling down while fixing the desserts. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

luxury patisserie table by MonAnnie Cakes styled by Alexandra Rose Weddings at Thorpe Manor luxury wedding venue in Oxfordshire; simple floral wedding arrangement for intimate wedding and events; wall panel in white and with high ceilings; bridal shower ideas | Photo by Cristina Ilao Photography. More at www.cristinailao.com

close-up shot of black woman's hand lighting a nude pale blush pink taper candle in front of white wall with wooden paneling. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

delicate details of beautiful sugar flowers on a luxury tier of wedding cake by MonAnnie Cakes; plain white background using light and airy film photography| Photo by UK light and airy wedding and personal branding photographer Cristina Ilao Photography. More at www.cristinailao.com

MonAnnie Cakes branding shoot: full body shot of a black woman sitting by a large victorian style window with legs elegantly crossed like royalties, wearing a white flowy polka dot dress with a black belt and large puffy sleeves, natural fresh no make-up make-up look, loose hairstyle and smiling at the camera while reading a vintage book with a white linen cover. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

flatlay of wedding invitation, blush pale pink crumpled silk ribbons, silver antique vintage dessert spoon and serving tray, side tray, rose petals in peach and white, luxury dessert with ribbon detail on plain white fabric background | Photo by Cristina Ilao Photography. More at www.cristinailao.com

white fine bone china tea cup and saucer on top of beige vintage antique book and plain white tabletop | Photo by Cristina Ilao Photography. More at www.cristinailao.com

MonAnnie Cakes branding shoot: half body shot of a black woman sitting by a large victorian style window, wearing a white flowy polka dot dress with a black belt and large puffy sleeves, natural fresh no make-up make-up look, loose hairstyle, and smiling at the camera while reading a vintage book with a white linen cover. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

five brown chicken eggs on a white ceramic egg holder, one brown egg on an antique silver plate with red flower and bread crumbs, white and peach loose rose flower petals, silk fabric as backdrop. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

close-up of hands peeling and removing the seeds from a vanilla pod using a knife with a black handle. In photo: black woman wearing a white shirt with blush pink cardigan, light wooden chopping board and oak wood kitchen table countertop, white background. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

caramel melted on a small deep pan, vanilla pod beans, bread and caramel crumbs on a tiny wooden spoon tied in crumples silk ribbon and heart shaped ceramic side plate all on top of a white plain dining plate on a white fabric background. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

MonAnnie Cakes branding shoot: half body shot of a black woman removing seeds from a vanilla bean pod using a knife with a black handle, on a light oak wooden chopping board with handle, and on a pale wooden kitchen table countertop. The woman is wearing a white stretchable shirt with blush pink cardigan, black glasses, natural no make-up make-up look and hair tied in a bin on top of the head. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

two ceramic measuring cups 1/3 cup and 1/4 cup with gold gilted handles, bread and caramel crumbs on a tiny wooden spoon tied in crumples silk ribbon and heart shaped ceramic side plate all on top of a white plain dining plate on a white fabric background. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

MonAnnie Cakes branding shoot: half body shot of a black woman lighting a nude blush pink ester & erik taper candle, showing luxury wedding desserts on a crystal serving dish, wearing a pale blush pink flowy empire cut dress with large puffy sleeves, natural fresh no make-up make-up look, loose hairstyle and smiling down on the desserts. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

close-up shot of a black woman holding luxury wedding desserts pear and Croquembouche on a crystal serving dish, wearing a pale blush pink flowy empire cut dress with large puffy sleeves. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

MonAnnie Cakes branding shoot: half body shot of a black woman holding luxury wedding desserts on a crystal serving dish, wearing a pale blush pink flowy empire cut dress with large puffy sleeves, natural fresh no make-up make-up look, loose hairstyle and smiling down on the desserts. Photo is from a personal branding shoot at Thorpe Manor by London based UK light and airy fine art Filipina wedding photographer.

White sugar flowers ranunculus on luxury wedding cake by MonAnnie Cakes | Photo by UK light and airy wedding and personal branding photographer Cristina Ilao Photography. More at www.cristinailao.com

Let me tell you something – there’s nothing quite like MonAnnie Cakes.

When it comes to luxury wedding cakes and desserts, no one can compete with this husband-and-wife powerhouse. Owned by Segun and Fen, MonAnnie Cakes is known for providing a delightful experience that’s so much more than cakes, patisseries, and desserts. With a focus on creating bespoke, flavor-first, elegant wedding cakes, desserts, and patisserie, Fen uses nothing but the finest ingredients to satisfy the palate of its well-traveled international clientele.

MonAnnie Cakes Cakes Branding Shoot

When Fen contacted me about having a branding shoot for MonAnnie Cakes, I was over the moon. I’ve worked with Fen and Segun over the years. I’ve seen them grow their business into the successful luxury wedding cake brand that it is now. I also personally know them to be genuinely kind and caring persons who only give the best in anything they do. Safe to say, I’m lucky to know this wonderful couple and couldn’t be happier that they’ve chosen me for this shoot.

We spent a rainy afternoon setting up their cakes and patisserie at the beautiful Thorpe Manor. Our goal for the Monannie Cakes Branding Shoot was to create beautiful images that they can use for the launch of their new website. Our lovely friend Alex of Alexandra Rose Weddings styled the wonderful patisserie and cake setups as well as the stunning floral displays.

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Here’s what Fen of MonAnnie Cakes has to say about working with me:

“I decided to book Cristina for my brand shoot because of her incredible talent and considered approach to design. With her, it’s not just about taking beautiful photos. But about capturing the essence of your brand and telling your brand story through the images. My favorite part of working with Cristina is her inspiring warm personality, and her ability to make me feel safe and comfortable in front of the lens. When I received by my MonAnnie Cakes photos I was blown away by all the shots! They were just perfect! I especially loved the detailed shoots. As a cake designer, a lot of work goes into the little details. Cristina takes the time to capture all intricacies beautifully. Cristina is a master at her craft and my go-to photographer for my branding imagery. With Cristina, you are in for an unforgettable visual experience.” – Fen, MonAnnie Cakes

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