A little bit about me

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HI! I'm Melissa

With over 10 years of experience as a professional photographer, I’ve photographed hundreds of families, newborns, couples, and maternity sessions while previously running two successful studios. My passion now is helping photographers create authentic, connection-filled images with confidence. Helping understand light, emotion, and the little details that make a photograph unforgettable. My mentorships are hands-on, and judgment-free, designed to leave you feeling inspired and excited for your next shoot.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN


Whether you are looking for a personalized 1:1 experience, or prefer to learn in a group setting, these mentorships are designed to meet you where you are at.

Topics include:

Pre-Session planning and client prep

Creating genuine connection and natural posing

Understanding light in different environments throughout the session

Camera settings and shooting with confidence

Building a client experience that leads to rebooking and overall customer growth.

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MASTER YOUR CONNECTIONS


Master your connection, not just your settings. These mentorships are designed to help you build confidence, strengthen your client experience, and create authentic images that truly tell a story. I will help you refine your workflow, learn how to guide clients naturally, and leave you with skills you can start using right away.

MASTER YOUR CONNECTIONS


Master your connection, not just your settings. These mentorships are designed to help you build confidence, strengthen your client experience, and create authentic images that truly tell a story. I will help you refine your workflow, learn how to guide clients naturally, and leave you with skills you can start using right away.

Two young children sit laughing in a blanket hammock held by adults in a scenic grassy field with rocky hills.
Testimonials

Student Reviews

I feel much more confident about photographing families now. I have a better understanding of how to use my camera, I can see and work with light the way Melissa taught us, and I’m much more confident using my focus point. I feel like I learned so much, and I’m excited to put it all into practice.

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