Zanubian Sings For Winnie ( long read , but a uplifting read )
Many long term followers will know of my friend Mellonie. I've photographed her several times singing in her reggae band, I did a fashion shoot for her in 2018 and photographed her among the bluebells a couple of years ago.
Melanie lost her husband Winnie Williams at the start of 2024. Winnie was a well known, well respected and much loved musician.
Mellonie asked me if I would take some photos at Winnie's funeral and at the celebration of his life event later in the day.
The celebration event was an uplifting occasion. Creatives from the Nottingham music scene and beyond, came together at the Marcus Garvey centre in a tribute concert to Winnie. Reggae , Ska , Soul and R&B filled the room.
It was an honour to be part of the day. I was worried about taking photos at a funeral, but there was a professional team recording the event on video, so I just took some informal shots from me seat in the balcony and then people outside the church after the funeral.
This is Zanubian, a local singer from Nottingham, who also sings with Mellonie in her band. I've photographed Zanubian before (she was part of the fashion shoot and I've also photographed her performing as a solo act).
It was really dark on the stage of the venue , so I had to bump up the Iso to get some decent photos
There's a lovely article about Winnie in the link below (lots of adverts in the article but just scroll past them)
So powerful a story. I am so sorry for her loss. Thanks for the link, it was interesting to read. What a privilege for you to be a part of something so personal and important to her.
@ljmanning thanks for the lovely words Laura , much appreciated , it is a story worth telling