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YOUR STORY MATTERS
The real moments of birth, newborn life, and family - captured with intentionality.Each session includes thoughtfully designed collections to fit your family’s needs. Contact me for complete details and availability.
family session
I want this session to be as relaxed as possible. Some of the best images captured are the unposed, quiet moments in-between smiling. I encourage as much love and family interaction during our photo session. This session includes:
Up to 1 hour of documenting
Location of your choice
Styling assistance
Includes 40-50 images sent in a private digital gallery
Clients Usually Pay $525-$725
newborn session
I specialize in capturing in-home newborn photos for babies aged 2 days to 3 weeks old. This cozy, lifestyle documentary session is designed to showcase your baby's early days at home and includes:
Enjoy a relaxed pace that allows for feedings, changes, and the natural bonding moments of your newborn's early days.
Select from 2 package options that include professionally edited images sent to a private, downloadable gallery
Sessions are held in the comfort of your home or as a Fresh 48 hospital session, tailored to your preferences
You’ll receive styling guidance and a detailed 9-page prep guide to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience
Maternity and newborn bundle available at a discounted rate with multiple monthly payment plans at no additional cost
Clients Usually Pay $695-$950
maternity session
I love documenting your journey, whether it's an early announcement session or capturing the beauty of your bump at 35 weeks. If you’re a birth client, your maternity session is included as a complimentary part of your birth package. Each maternity session includes:
Choose between two packages offering a minimum of either 30 or 70 images, depending on your selection
Both packages include the edited images sent to a private downloadable gallery
Your choice of location, with a variety of options available to suit your needs
Styling guidance and a comprehensive 9-page PDF prep guide to ensure your session runs seamlessly
Clients Usually Pay $525-$810
birth photography
Your birth matters and that’s why I believe it should be documented. Birth photography packages include:
A mini maternity session to commemorate the final stretch of your pregnancy
Coverage from 7 cm dilation through to 2 hours postpartum, documenting the journey of labor, birth, and those first precious moments with your baby
A collection of 130-160 high-resolution images, delivered in a private, online gallery for easy sharing and access
Multiple options for payment plans at no additional cost
Clients Usually Pay $2,325-$3,500
military event photography
As a military spouse for over 10 years and living on various bases, I know that events can arise where professional photography is needed. This can include,
Retirement Ceremony
Promotion Ceremony
Military Ball Photography
Please reach out and specify your direct needs to discuss this more as I have multiple packages to select from that are tailored to your needs
Also available are monthly payment plans at no additional cost
Clients Usually Pay $525-$815
breastfeeding photography
Breastfeeding photoshoots are very near and dear to me as I have been able to breastfeed all 4 of my children.
40 images sent in a private online gallery
From the comfort of your home or at an outdoor location of your choice
1 hour of documenting
Option to add on videography
Includes 30 images shared to a private, digital online gallery
Clients Usually Pay around $345
kind words
“Melanie is gifted at capturing deep emotion and intimacy in her photos. Her candid shots of my husband and I speak volumes without saying a word.”
FAQS
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Once I send you an invoice, an automated transaction page will walk you through the steps to enter in either a credit or debit card. All major CC companies are accepted.
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I do. As a military spouse I know expenses can add up, but I also know how valuable photography is so I am always willing to break up payments over several months with automated email reminders.
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No, I specialize in lifestyle documentary photography, which means I aim to create authentic and meaningful images that tell the story of your family.
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I only take 2 births a month. It is never too early to book me as your birth photographer. I always recommend moms reach out as soon as they know they are pregnant.
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Leading up to your photoshoot I will be in communication if I see any issues or inclement weather predictions. We will discuss back up plans and reschedule if necessary.
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I completely understand the need and desire for privacy and will send out a contract that asks questions about what you are comfortable with me sharing. I have had plenty of sessions (and births) that have never been shared to my website, blog, or social media out of respect for my clients’ requests. I also will ask if certain images are okay to share once you have had a chance to view the gallery.
Birth Centers: The Birthing Inn (Tacoma), Rainy City Midwifery, South Sound Birth Center, and Tree of Life Midwifery
Hospitals: Madigan Army Medical Center (JBLM), MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital — Family Birth Center, St. Joseph Medical Center — Family Birth Center & Midwifery Center, Providence St. Peter Hospital (Olympia), Capital Medical Center (Olympia)
Serving: South Puget Sound including JBLM, Lacey, Olympia, DuPont, Yelm, Lakewood, Tacoma, Puyallup, Seattle, Auburn, Tumwater, University Place, Spanaway, Bonney Lake, Steilacoom, and surrounding communities.