this isn’t just about taking pretty pictures

it’s about capturing the beauty in your family’s story

Hi Friend! I’m Mel

a storyteller, memory-keeper, and your go-to girly for all the beautifully fleeting moments.

Your girl is rooted in faith, fueled by connection, and here to capture your family’s story with intention, creativity, and soul—because cookie-cutter just doesn’t cut it.

These are God-given moments, and my job is to make sure they live on

The Heart Behind the Lens

the reason I do what I do

I’m all about the little stories that make life big—the giggles at the dinner table, the quiet snuggles after a long day, the times you look at your family and think, “Wow, I’m blessed!” As a mom, I get it. Time flies, and before you know it, those “ordinary” moments become the ones you wish you could hold onto forever. That’s where I come in—helping you freeze time, so you can relive every beautiful chapter for years to come!

Every time I pick up my camera, I am so. dang. grateful! For me, this isn’t just about taking pictures; it’s about capturing the beauty in your family’s story—the love, the laughter, the grace. These are God-given moments, and my job is to make sure they live on. I’m not just a photographer—I’m a memory keeper and an encourager. I see the sacredness in your story, and I’m obsessed with helping you preserve the life you’re building and the love that holds it all together.

What Makes My Work Different

It’s More Than Photos—It’s Your Story

I take time to truly see you—not just through my lens, but through your heart. Every session is shaped around who you are and what matters most to you. Whether you’re curled up with your babies or dancing barefoot in the grass, I’m there to capture it all—the real, the raw, the joyfully imperfect. Because at the end of the day, this isn’t about curating something flawless. It’s about remembering what’s real.

“A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” – Proverbs 18:24

Called to Create, Led by Faith

If you’re a photographer who feels called to serve others with heart and intention—you’re not alone. Through mentoring, I help purpose-driven creatives build sustainable businesses that honor both their family life and their calling. Whether you’re in the beginning stages or needing support to grow with purpose, I’m here to walk alongside you. This is about more than growing a business. It’s about shining your light!

Where my photographer girlies at?!

a few of my favs

The kind of everyday magic that makes life feel full!

Going to Disney with my fam
matching shirts, churros in hand, and making core memories together
Friday night movie night with my little crew (it’s been a sacred tradition since they were tiny)
A good girls’ night in: cozy PJs, wine in hand, and so much laughter
My crack-of-dawn workouts—they’ve been part of my rhythm for 3 years now and it’s my peaceful, grounding me-time.
9pm Bible time and slow connection with my husband—it’s our favorite way to end the day
Friday night movie night with my little crew (it’s been a sacred tradition since they were tiny)

Something beautiful is unfolding in your life—let’s capture it, frame by frame!

sweet friend

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