family, Maternity & Newborn Photographer | Boston, MA
Photography
Melissa Ortendahl
2015
est.
I know how much you want to be able to freeze your kids, just as they are, for just a moment longer. I also know that the logistics and reality of doing a session with kids, or just after having a baby can feel stressful and overwhelming.
As your photographer (and fellow mom), know this....I got you.
Capturing all the details you never want to forget.
maternity. newborn. family.
Over 50 5-star reviews on google
photographed 500+ Family Sessions and 175+ Maternity/Newborn Sessions
10 years of experience in photography
I’m a photographer who believes family photos should feel like life, not a photoshoot.
Chaos doesn’t scare me (I live with three boys—nothing does). Toddlers refusing pants? Kids testing their comedy routines mid-session? Teenagers less than thrilled for the session? Bring it on.
My approach is laid-back, fun, and fueled by quick wit, so I can capture your family in all its messy, joy-filled glory—the kind of images you’ll look back on and say, yep, that’s exactly us.
Mom first | documenter of real life
I'm Melissa Ortendahl.
let's do this!
you've come to the right place
WE've enjoyed working with Melissa for the past four years - she has consistently exceeded our expectations!
"Her ability to engage with our kids and capture genuine moments is remarkable"
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- Vincent Kan
- Morgan Gallant
If you're thinking about booking a newborn shoot, definitely book with Melissa!
"I am obsessed with how well she captured our little family!"
02/
She is so patient and kind and her eye for photography is truly unmatched. I'm so happy I invested in her, I will be using her again!
"She captured our family perfectly!"
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-Heather Barker
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