Behind the Lens

Hi, I'm Melissa!

I’m a photographer who believes family photos should feel like life, not a photoshoot.

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.

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I met Noah when he was just about 6 weeks old. He was alert, awake and super chubby and absolutely adorable! I love newborns, don’t get me wrong, but at almost 2 months old, when a little handsome fella is making eye contact with me and giving sweet little smiles..well, how does it get better than that?


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Noah – Lifestyle Newborn

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