My approach goes beyond traditional photography. It's about narrating your intimate love story. It's those instances when you feel the sand between your toes as you lift your dress to avoid the waves in Laguna Beach, or when you utter "I do" on top of taft point in Yosemite and your partner wipes a tear from their eye. My style encapsulates the essence of your elopement, capturing the raw emotions and transforming your love story into timeless memories.
From the moment you send me an email, I’m all about cultivating a relationship with you so that by the time shoot day rolls around, you’ll think of me as more of a friend than a photographer!
Your future BFF & third wheel! Most days you will find me with the same cup of coffee throughout the day working on my computer or adventuring to beautiful locations photography incredible couples! I live in Laguna Beach, California! I travel often to Yosemite, Hawaii, and Montana for Elopements & intimate weddings!
If I'm not photographing you can bet I am either at the beach by 3pm, at a local farmers market or rearranging my house! I am married to my amazing husband Sean who works construction & also second shoots with me at times! He's literally my best friend and favorite person in the world....
Heey! I am Melanie!
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2024 Travel schedule
February: Hawaii
april: New York & Big Sur
june: Bali & Yosemite
july: Glacier National Park
August: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK & GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
September & October: Hawaii & Yosemite
Exciting Adventures Await! Here's a glimpse of my upcoming travel schedule for elopements and destination weddings. I'll be photographing love stories in some of the most enchanting places on Earth. From majestic mountains to pristine beaches , my lens will be ready to frame your elopement or destination wedding in these extraordinary locations. If you're planning your special day in any of these destinations, let's connect and turn your dream wedding into a breathtaking reality. If you want to ADD to this amazing list, lets make it happen!!
When I am not traveling you can find in me in Laguna Beach, California.
COFFEE
SUNSETS
DANCING
TEA
SUNRISES
HANGING OUT
"Melanie was an absolute dream to work with for our small Laguna wedding."
Melanie was an absolute dream to work with for our small Laguna wedding. We wanted someone local to the area, and when we found her Instagram we fell in love with her work. She was incredibly responsive, SO kind, had amazing communication, and put us at ease with the entire process. She even helped us plan other aspects of our wedding, gave us referrals for floral, hair and make up, and even helped us choose our reception dinner. During the ceremony / after ceremony photos she was SO good with my kids, family and getting the perfect shots. I had full confidence in her, and she single handedly created wedding magic. Can’t wait for vow renewals one day!
Summer & Cory
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"She made us feel so comfortable and made the whole experience fun and exciting."
"I’ve never had professional photos done before but I think we were truly spoiled with Melanie. She made us feel so comfortable and made the whole experience fun and exciting. I highly recommend her for your special moments!"
Marie + bradley
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"You will be impressed with Melanie's work! Don't hesitate book her!"
We used Melanie for our elopement and family photos. Melanie is the best! She is so kind and patient with the whole family. Not to mention she's great with kids! I have now used her for various types of photography and she's fantastic with all settings. She's quick to get photos to you after editing. I love how flexible she is with being able to schedule what works for my family. I have used her many times and plan to book some more shoots pretty soon! You will be impressed with Melanie's work! Don't hesitate book her!
Erin & Rich
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