Believer in lifelong love, passionate about morning golden hour, exploring new places and the emotions forever frozen through photography.

It's so nice to meet you!


One of my favorite memories in childhood was sneaking away with my sister and looking through old photo albums. We loved seeing our grandparents, family members and family friends in those pages. We imagined what they were laughing about and tried to pinpoint where they took their photos. We giggled and loved every minute of holding those gold and white albums in our hands. Providing those happy, tangible memories for my clients is one of my favorite parts of photography.

I grew up in the Chicagoland suburbs and love the variety that our home has to offer in terms of locations for your session! My husband Rob and I have been together for over fifteen years and when I'm not serving my amazing clients you can find us traveling (seen here in beautiful Charleston), spoiling our pup Wally (an 8 year old Border Collie, Husky and German Shepherd mix), hanging with our nieces and nephews and trying new restaurants...but probably ordering something similar every time.


I pride myself on offering my MSP Families a creative, high-tough, seamless photography experience from start to finish. I will share tips and tricks learned over many years of photographing, so your session can be as stress-free as possible and you feel comfortable in front of the camera. I look forward to learning about you and family.

Smiling couple posing outside elegant Charleston home with gas lanterns and teal door.

Kind Words

Aliga Family

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"Melissa was so attentive to our wants and details leading up to, and the day of, our family shoot. We couldn't be happier with our decision to go with Melissa and our photos. They are breathtaking and so special to us! We can't recommend her enough."

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