about melissa

I'm not your average wife, daughter, friend, or sister. I sing much too loudly in the car, and sometimes, if my neighboring drivers are really lucky, I accompany that with head bobbing and hand gestures at stoplights. I spend an average of 15 minutes everyday making faces at my reflection, just to see what it looks like when I'm happy/sad/chewing/whatever. I spend more time and money selecting gifts for those I love than I do on food.

I was not your average bride. It was of utmost importance that I wore (sparkly) Rainbows down the aisle. I forgot the congregational hymn, so I man-laughed through the whole thing instead. I booked my photographer before anything else, and that took longer than it did to choose my dress. I wore my Shootsac for portraits.

I'm not your average photographer. I tell stories without using words. I see beauty in everyone. I live for the moments that make a wedding day unique. I believe everyone's story is different, and that it's my job to showcase just that. When I capture an amazing image, I will literally bounce with glee. And giggle...I do that too.