“A portrait is not just a photograph of a person—it’s an opportunity to tell a story about who they are, what they stand for, and what makes them unique. When I photograph someone, it’s about establishing a connection, not just with the subject but with the world that they represent. It’s about trust and intimacy. There’s a moment, often fleeting, where the subject lets down their guard and allows you to see something real. That’s when you capture the essence of who they are.
- ANNIE LEIBOVITZ
Creative portraits are a fun way to capture your personality and the things that make you, well, *you*. It’s all about having a good time and creating something that’s totally unique to you!
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Creative and fun portrait sessions are all about stepping outside the box and capturing your personality in unique, playful ways. These sessions can be anything from styled shoots with props and themes to spontaneous, candid moments that showcase your true self. Whether you're looking for bold, artistic shots or a lighthearted session full of laughter and movement, it's about making the experience enjoyable and showcasing who you are in a fun, authentic light. From quirky outfits to fun locations, these sessions are a chance to get creative and bring out your personality in every frame.
PORTRAIT SESSIONS STARTING AT $380
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I am available to you as a resource throughout the process. You'll receive a outfit and location assistance form me as we plan a date and get ready to shoot. Then you will get a check in from me leading up to the session.
Give me all the details of your session! After your message hits my inbox, I'll get back to you within 24 hours. If I'm available, I'll send over my investment guide with all the detail information you need!
This is a chance for us to get to know each other and see if we feel like the right fit! This is when we go over what photography experience will be best for you and I can answer any questions.
Once you're confident and ready to move forward, a contract and retainer invoice will be sent to you via the client portal. to sign and get back to me. Then your session is officially reserved!
After your session you'll receive preview images to tide you over until the rest of your gallery is complete. The final images will be delivered to your inbox in an online gallery.
We decided to get married in Cancun and there was no one else we would have wanted to come and take pictures of our big day and party with us. We had the best week ever and having the best photographer is just the cherry on top. We love Mel and are so grateful for her. I've looked through our gallery several times already and I could cry. I love our photos and I felt like I was right back in Mexico with my best friends marrying the man of my dreams.
- Jackie C.
Melissa has been my go to photographer for the last 5 years (from casual photos, to engagement photos, to our wedding photos!) and I cannot put into words how thankful I am for her capturing some of the most precious moments. Especially thankful for her on our wedding day, one of the most stressful days of my life and she made things SO smooth. Plus, she’s a girls girl and will ALWAYS make sure you look your absolute best in photos. A few photos from my wedding attached. The best human and the best photographer.
- Samantha M.
Mel is just PHENOMENAL to work with!! My husband and I have used her several times and could not sing her praise enough. She makes us feel so comfortable and relaxed and we get so many STUNNING photos that really capture our energy. She is our first recommendation to friends & family… everyone for that matter!
- Selah T.
I absolutely love our photos and cannot wait until next year to shoot together again. Melissa is so great and it just felt so natural. She was so positive and made it so much fun for us, we felt so comfortable. I want to post them all, we can't stop looking at them! I always wanted pictures in my dream Pinterest outfit and Melissa made my Pinterest Board dreams come true!
- Jordyn C.
Mel is hands down the most professional and kind hearted photographers I have ever worked with! It is truly like hanging out with a friend! She prioritizes making sure you feel comfortable during your shoot, and is the ultimate hype girl! She made me feel so confident, and the images are ones I will treasure for a lifetime. Mel is truly a gift, worth every penny. Could not recommend her enough!
- Emily P.
I have absolutely nothing but good things to say about Melissa. She has captured our most important life milestones, that I will cherish forever. She’s extremely detailed oriented, punctual, cares about what you genuinely want, but also has the most amazing way of capturing pictures (candids) when you least expect it! She truly has a gift for photography, wonderful ideas, and the only person I will ever use/trust for my photography needs! Highly recommend!
- ASHLEY M.