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approach

THE STYLE

With a calming presence and a discerning eye, Melanie captures genuine moments to be passed down through generations.

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CLASSIC

Intentionally clean with true-to-life color, Melanie's work highlights the little details in some of life's biggest celebrations.

Steering clear of trendy filters and heavy-handed editing, Melanie's timeless aesthetic portrays the people, event style, and fleeting moments as they're meant to be seen.

The combination of Melanie’s versatile experience and natural creativity defines her as an expert in her craft. Whether photographing a flat lay of a tablescape or patiently gathering the family for portraits, Melanie knows how to get the shot.

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COLLECTED

Deeply invested in the work she has been entrusted to do, Melanie delivers consistently thoughtful results.

She prides herself in helping couples stay in the moment while she subtly multi-tasks to get the shot. An efficient shooter, she stays on schedule to ensure the newlyweds get back to celebrating quickly.

Melanie considers the privacy and comfort of her clients paramount. Having built a career photographing CEOs, celebrities, athletes, and other high-profile clients, she is no stranger to professional discretion or an NDA.

COLLABORATIVE

Highly organized, with a keen attention to detail, Melanie seamlessly melds into the planning process.

From getting to know her clients over a glass of wine to proactively communicating with planners, Melanie firmly believes teamwork makes the dream (day) work.

Viewing the planner as the art director of the wedding, Melanie values their opinions and prioritizes photographing the details with intention. She strives to capture the months of planning, hard work, and the talents of the creative team with beauty and purpose.

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what they are saying

“Melanie's attention to detail, organization, and overall supportive nature truly helped my day to run smoothly. Inevitably, at a wedding, all sorts of last-minute challenges arise, and Melanie was by my side, helping troubleshoot when needed. She added calmness and warmth to the energy of the day. I was confident she was capturing the best shots at every moment so that I could focus on enjoying my wedding and not worrying about the photos.”

Kristin