olympia, washington

intentional and authentic

FAMILY & BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHY + FILM

Telling Stories Through

Captivating Images

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Honest, emotion-driven storytelling that captures every connection and every detail. These are the moments you’ll want to remember, just as they organically unfold.
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MILITARY SPOUSE NEAR JBLM

telling your family’s story with honesty and intention

Work with Me
 
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"Birth Becomes You" logo with illustration of a woman's outline and text "advanced birth videographer."
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Silver award badge for Birth Photographer of the Year 2025 from Atkins Lab.
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documenting photo + film

FAMILIES & MATERNITY

BIRTH & NEWBORN

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Behind The Lens

Military wife and holistic mama of four, documenting family, birth, and newborn stories with authenticity. Motherhood is my ministry and photography is my passion.

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R E V I E W S

  • “Seriously, my favorite family pictures that have EVER been taken, came from her! She captured all of the playful in-between moments that I cherish” -Kirsten Keel

  • “To say Melanie is amazing would be an understatement! My husband and I both can be quite picky when it comes to photography and when I say we both have nothing but good things to say about Melanie, it’s genuine.” -Hailey

  • "Melanie photographed my maternity and birth and all I can I say is WOW. She captured each moment of my birth so beautifully. 10/10 recommend, I am in love with every single photo" -Gabby Barn

  • "She is incredibly kind, patient, and compassionate during those crumbly moments that always seem to happen during photos with small children. She has an eye for seeing authentic moments & capturing them beautifully" -Anna Stokke

  • "We have used many photographers in the past, and she is our favorite! She is very personable, made us feel very comfortable, and did an excellent job with our toddler and engaging him in the session." -Kierra Caldwell

  • “Her ability to make my husband (who tells to be camera shy) feel at ease was so wonderful. She's also incredibly talented as an event photographer. Book her asap and I promise you won't regret it!!!” -Kristen Kolp

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