Woman licking a red spatula while standing at a kitchen counter with a mixing bowl, smiling playfully.

 

Hi, I'm Melissa.

 

A mom, photographer, raw cookie dough lover, and believer that the moments you'll miss most are often the ones that seem the most ordinary today.
A joyful family of four relaxing together on a cozy couch, laughing and bonding in a warm living room.

Hi!


I’m a mom of three who knows just how fast time moves. One minute you’re in the thick of it, and the next you’re wondering how an entire season slipped by.

That’s my why. Pictures are the only thing that can truly take us back, and I want yours to reflect what actually matters. Not perfection. Not posing. Just the real, meaningful moments that make up your life right now


I’ve been photographing families since 2010, and while this wasn’t always the plan, it’s work I genuinely love. I don’t take myself too seriously, but I care deeply about the people I photograph. I laugh easily, I talk a lot, and yes — I may quietly squeal when I know I just captured something really good.

I can’t wait to meet you and your people.


        Mel

 

WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WORK WITH ME

 

Relaxed

No pressure.

No rushing.

No stiff posing.

Fun

We'll laugh.

We'll play.

It won't even feel like you're at a photo session.

Real

I'm not looking for perfect.

I'm looking for connection.

A few more things that I love

Line art drawing of a steaming tea cup with hearts on stacked books, perfect for book lovers coloring page.

slow mornings

Line drawing of a disposable cup with lid filled with ice cubes, perfect for iced coffee or cold drinks.

a good iced coffee

Black and white vector illustration of mountain landscape with pine trees reflecting on calm lake water.

the mountains

Black and white sketch illustration of an American football with laces and cross-hatching detail on white background.

watching football

with my crew

Black and white ink sketch of wild meadow flowers and grasses, minimalist botanical illustration with delicate hand-drawn stems.

the morning walk

through my garden

Black and white illustration of baking ingredients including a mixing bowl, eggs, flour bag, egg carton, and whisk.

when I can clear my

mind and bake

Book a session with me

If you've made it this far, I have a feeling we'd get along just fine.

Now let me show you  what I'm talking about — photos that feel
effortless, connected, and completely like your family.

Choose your story.
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