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Your wedding day should be as special as your love. After the flowers have faded, the food is gone, and your guests have gone home, what's left are your fond memories and the opportunity to build the marriage only heard about in legends.
Take the guesswork out of looking for your photographer. If you're here, the chances are high that you are working with an amazing planner. My biggest recommendation is that you should TRUST your planner! They've been around the block (and back), and they know how to match their clients with their vendors.
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
We believe in creating images that remind you of the best moments in life.
Sometimes one just isn't enough. I have a fantastic network of photographers that I work with on a regular basis. For larger weddings, I will include as many extra photographers and assistants as needed to make sure your wedding is fully covered!
Multiple Photographers
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Many cultures have wedding traditions that can last several days. I am here for it! If I have your dates available, I'm happy to cover your festivities. If I have only part of your dates available, I do have the option to cover the dates I'm unavailable with an Associate.
Multi-Day Coverage
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Full Day Coverage
My goal on your wedding day is to give you exactly what you need. Typically, I find that anything shorter than 8 hours of coverage is not enough time to capture the day properly. I'm not going to rush you through your day, nor am I going to leave you hanging at a pivotal moment in your timeline. Let's take our time and make sure all of your memories are captured.
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You've thoroughly combed through our website, blog and Instagram feed and you like what you see. So the next step is setting up a time to chat to make sure we're the perfect fit for one another.
let's CHAT
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Once your date is officially reserved, we'll send over a few goodies to help you prepare for the big day. We're happy to serve as a resource for vendor recommendations, timeline guidance and more!
date BOOKED
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Sessions can take place anywhere from immediately following a proposal to just a few days before the wedding. We’ve found that there isn’t a “good” or “bad” time to take your photos.
the SESSION
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We check in about two months before the wedding to start chatting about timeline specifics, special details, family formal shot lists, special traditions and anything else we should know about your big day.
wedding PREP
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It's finally here! The day the two of you say "I Do" and dance the night away surrounded by your family and friends. Just know we're excited to celebrate and capture your wedding day. It's going to be awesome.
the BIG DAY
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You can expect your photos to be delivered via an online gallery within about three weeks of your wedding. At that time, we'll also send over details about preserving your images through prints and albums.
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EXPLORE THE PROCESS
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kristal & rolando GARCIA
Our Wedding day was everything we dreamed of and it wouldn't have been the same without Melissa and her assistant. The entire experience was incredible! She was the perfect balance of keeping things chill and fun, while still making sure we stayed on track with our timeline. HIGHLY recommend! "
We got our wedding photos and they are absolutely breath-taking and stunning!
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
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valeria & adam HODGE
Working with Melissa was probably the best decision we made. I was truly mind-blown. Melissa is all about the details and capturing the essence of that special day! Not only was she there to take photos but she was a huge support in making sure things were organized and running the way they needed to. "
Do yourself a favor and work with Melissa. It will be the best investment of your wedding day!
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brandi & kyle DAUGHTRY
Her work showed the joy of the day, while having a diverse portfolio that complimented a multitude of skin tones. From helping us schedule out our day, to tips/tricks during the planning stages and just a heart full of support in every step of the way. We are so grateful to have found Melissa! "
We soon learned her talents and service go far beyond the lens!
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alexis & luke MOORE
WOW. First off, from a business standpoint Melissa was worth 10x's what we paid. Her skill is unmatched, and she has an eye for shots that I could not have imagined. WORTH every penny. Extremely professional, a must book kind of service. Give her a call asap! "
Extremely professional, a must book kind of service.
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I CAN’T WAIT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
No two weddings are exactly alike, and neither should your photography. With every couple, we will delve into exactly what YOU need, and create a collection tailored just for you.
To schedule your Discovery Call, please click the link below!
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FAQ
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Film has really been making a comeback in popularity. I actually started my photography journey in a dark room, developing my own photos, and it was a very cool experience!
However, for the last 10 years, my medium of art has been digital only. It allows me the most flexibility to be creative, and ensures the best quality I can give on a wedding day.
Do you shoot with FILM, DIGITAL, or BOTH?
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I absolutely do! Working with vendors that I trust and communicate well with is extremely important. The dynamic between vendors can be a make or break situation.
If you've exhausted all the options your planner has given you and still haven't found your perfect [florist, DJ, staging co, etc], I do have my own short list of vendors that I love to work with, and I'd be happy to share!
do you have VENDOR REFERRALS?
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I will go pretty much anywhere I'm accepted and safe! I am a huge fan of Europe and am happy to shoot your wedding almost anywhere there. Unfortunately, I will not be booking weddings in places that might not be safe for or open to American photographers, like Mexico, Canada, or war-torn countries. Some locations, like Canada, require strict permitting that may not be accessible.
where are you WILLING to TRAVEL?
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The answer to this is no. While I use natural light as much as possible, I am well versed in "off camera flash" and often use it for creative portraits, reception dancing, or lighting dark rooms.
are you a 'NATURAL LIGHT only' photographer?
