MELISSA KINCAID

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Hi, I'm Melissa, a photographer and brand content creator based in Wv. So glad you're here.

When people imagine their dream wedding, they often picture clear skies and golden sunlight. But sometimes, nature has its own plans. On this beautiful day—surrounded by misty air and the soft hum of raindrops—love unfolded in a way that was nothing short of magical.
As you can see in the photo, rain didn’t dampen spirits—it made everything feel more intimate, more romantic. The bride and groom, wrapped in each other’s arms, shared a quiet, joyful moment that felt like something from a timeless storybook.
This wedding proved that even when plans change and skies turn gray, love finds a way to glow. And in the soft light of a rainy afternoon, that glow was absolutely radiant.<3

Venue: Evermore Ridge Weddings & Events
Video: Sam Young Visuals
Coordination: @Becky Perry
Dress: Davids Bridals
Hair: Country Club Styling Salon, Elizabeth Wilson
Grooms Attire: Men's Wearhouse
Florals: @ansted florals
Entertainment Service: DJ Jeff Bolen
Cake: Dickerson's Delicious desserts
Catering: BBq Riot
Treats: Cherry On Top Ice Cream
Payton Macioce Brooke Copenhaver

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Hi, I'm Melissa Kincaid a photographer and brand content creator based in WV. So glad you're here.

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MELISSA
KINCAID

I've always been drawn to things that feel timeless — beautiful in a way that doesn't fade. That's how I approach weddings, too.
I'm not just showing up to take photos. I'm paying attention to the moments as they're happening and capturing them in a way that feels real, natural, and true to you.
I've been doing this for over a decade, and what still drives me is the same thing that started it all — a genuine love for people and the stories they carry. My work has been featured in Magnolia Rouge, Cake & Lace, and other fine publications, but my favorite measure of success is still a bride who says she forgot I was even there.
Based in Charleston, West Virginia, I photograph weddings across WV, Virginia, and destinations worldwide — and I'd love to be part of yours.


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