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Obsessed with these photos? Imagine what we could create for your day. Tap here to book your date! Contents: How I First Met Kayla A Dream Wedding at Evermore Ridge in Hico The Cutest Wedding Addition — Double Shot Donkey A Photographer’s Heartfelt Reflection Evermore Ridge Wedding Vendor Highlights Why I Love Photographing Weddings in […]
Contents Hire a West Virginia Wedding Photographer Your wedding or elopement deserves to be captured with intention and artistry. As a West Virginia wedding and elopement photographer, I specialize in documenting days filled with warmth, connection, and natural beauty. If you’re planning your Stonewall Resort wedding, I’d love to help you create timeless, elegant imagery […]
Amelia + Caleb Why Choose The Gaines Estate for Your Engagement Session If you’re planning your engagement photos in Fayetteville, WV, The Gaines Estate is a hidden gem. Its classic estate grounds, paired with the stunning fall foliage and that golden mountain light, create the most romantic setting for timeless images. Whether you’re celebrating your […]
BEHIND THE LENS
ABOUT Melissa
Forever captivated by the pursuit of beauty and the delicate art of creation—found in fleeting moments that steal my breath, I craft timeless wedding photography with an editorial and fine art touch, preserving love stories with intention.
Melissa’s gift lies in her genuine connection with couples, crafting a relaxed yet refined wedding photography experience filled with laughter, tears, and joy. With warmth and professionalism, she creates timeless, fine art wedding images that reflect authentic love stories with an editorial touch.
When not capturing luxury weddings and destination celebrations, Melissa finds inspiration in travel and cherished moments with family—always drawn to luminous light, meaningful details, and stories that celebrate love in its purest form.
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I’m Melissa, A Charleston Wedding Photographer specializing in timeless, editorial, and storytelling photography for couples who want more than just pictures — they want a legacy
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