I was born and raised in Brandon, Florida, and have been living here for over 30 years. You can usually find me in my leggings with my hair in a mom bun, jamming out to the same music I listened to when I was 16 years old in my living room. Taking Back Sunday and The Used fans, where ya at?
(I'm not going to say N'Sync and BSB don't sneak in there more than they should...)
The things that make life beautiful (besides photography!)
Always have, always will.
In fact I will probably be crying harder than your mom at your candle lighting ceremony and shedding more tears then your Dad during his wedding speech.
I love meeting new people who welcome me into their lives to photograph their big, and little moments. The way I view souls through my camera is the way I see life: beautiful, raw, and full of potential.
To be a part of someone's milestone and capture their memories has been the greatest experience of my life. What an amazing exchange I get to be part of every time I use my camera.
My approach to photography is simple: I'm here to capture YOU. Not some Pinterest-perfect version of you, but the real, authentic, beautifully imperfect you.
Whether it's your wedding day, a family session, or welcoming your newborn, I bring the same energy to every shoot - genuine excitement, patient guidance, and probably way too much caffeine.
I'll make you laugh (sometimes at my terrible jokes), help you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and capture those in-between moments that become your favorite photos.
I can’t express enough how amazing Mel is. Mel did our engagement photos and our wedding photos and I will continue going to her forever. Each...
Let me tell you something. Melanie is literally the best. Not only during my wedding we had 2 hurricanes within 2 weeks of my big day, but the...
I felt like I knew Mel as soon as I looked at her website! My youngest son and I live in Illinois, and we were coming to Florida to visit my oldest...
Melanie has been capturing our family since it's inception - our wedding, newborns of our son, and his first few years of life. Our home is filled...
I'd love to hear about your big day, your growing family, or whatever milestone you're celebrating. Let's create something beautiful together!