I’m so glad you’re here
East Tennessee based Weddings and Couples photographer.
I’m on a mission to make being in front of the camera un-complicated, carefree, and FUN.
My name is Melissa, but I’ll answer to Mel (and secretly love it when people call me that!)
I am married to my best friend and we have four of the most adorable children that make me question my sanity while giving me the greatest joy all at once. On most days, you can find me at home, in the kitchen cooking, having a dance party with my kiddos, mowing the lawn (my favorite chore!) editing photos, and trying to conquer Mount Laundry (where do all the socks go?!)
I have a heart for community and am always up for a last minute evening to eat pizza down by the river with people that love well, play hard, and live for Jesus!
“She was relatable, incredibly funny, made us feel so comfortable, and really made it a point to get to know us during our session!”
“Other than our wedding photos, these were the only professional photos my husband and I would have. This was our first time working with Melissa and although we knew she’d be amazing, she exceeded every expectation! She was relatable, incredibly funny, made us feel so comfortable, and really made it a point to get to know us during our session! Mel truly captured the very essence of who Corey and I are and I always look at these photos and say “Wow, I can’t believe that’s US!” I can’t wait to have her capture future milestones in our little family. She reflects Jesus in her personality and through her work 🤍 She’s more than a photographer, she’s a friend!”
My entire mission for the time you spend in front of the camera is to create a space of relaxed, enjoyable connection that brings out the best in you and the one you love most.
Yes we will grab a few “over the mantle” photos.
You know, the kind where you’re both looking at the camera with perfect smiles and placed in exactly the right position?
BUT, most of our time we spend together will consist of good conversation, laughter (I guarantee it!) and moments of joy you experience between you and your best friend, captured in a way that you will treasure forever.
Weddings
Want to know what it’s like to work with me on one of the most precious days of your LIFE??
Elopements
Ready to kick all of the boring wedding obligations to the curb and have the most exciting day of your life with your best friend?!
Couples
Already feeling awkward and questioning what you should do with your hands when we start our session?
“My husband and I truly felt like we could just be ourselves during our time with her”
“Melissa was a dream to work with!! She instantly makes you feel like you’ve been friends with her for years the first time you meet her. My husband and I truly felt like we could just be ourselves during our time with her. She captured our love so beautifully through the camera! Melissa truly has a gift, not only photography wise but also in how she loves people well! She sure shines the light of Jesus. We are so thankful for the fun experience Melissa provided for us. We would LOVE to have pictures taken by her again!”
Are you ready to do this thing already?!
If you’re looking to book a family shoot, then look no further friend!
I LOVE growing with you as clients, and sometimes that means we do an in home session with that brand new sweet bundle of joy! OR we design a session specifically for YOU to capture the season of life that you and your loved ones are currently in. Whatever it is, I AM HERE FOR IT.