olympia washington

FAMILY & BIRTH PHOTOGRAPHER

Telling Stories Through

Captivating Images

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Honest, emotion-driven storytelling that captures every connection, every detail — the moments you’ll want to remember, just as they unfold

MILITARY SPOUSE NEAR JBLM

telling your family’s story with honesty and intention

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documenting

FAMILIES & MATERNITY

BIRTH & NEWBORN

Behind The Lens

Military wife and holistic mama of four, documenting family, birth, and newborn stories with intention. 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” -Kate

  • “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

  • "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

  • "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

  • “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!!!” -Kirsten K

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