Hola! I’m Mel, life-excited, freedom-loving, wife, mama, photographer based in Austin, Texas. My days are shared with my family, our flower garden & three happy pups. My family is EVERYTHING to me. I'm about soulful connections- butterflies, hummingbirds, flowers, good books, gardening, bird watching, big dreams, homeschooling, decorating, baking, crafting, learning, and collecting pretty dresses. I've never met a stranger- cliche, but totally true. I'm the youngest old lady you'll probably ever meet. That is, I go to bed before the sun and wake up at the first sign of morning light!
I believe life is truly beautiful and we should have documentation of our journey here- of the colors, moods, emotions, highs, lows, feelings, and all the wondrous shades of the in-between. This art encourages me to be still, connect to the Divine and find joy in the present moment- which is essential to our peace in this ever chaotic and wild world!
PS. Fun Fact- I'm not on social media!
Satchels of Love,
I hope so!
Let me share what may help you decide.
I love to create art, not just pictures. It's my goal to listen and learn from you, with you. Whether you have a vision in mind before contacting me or you need help conveying your vision in a photograph- I want to be a part of telling your story! I aspire to create beautiful keepsakes, because I believe our lives are worth capturing, telling, feeling, remembering. My hope is that you’ll trust my passion for creating authentic and meaningful work. If you are looking for a photographer that sees art in everyday moments, in the wind, in leaves and trees, in sun flare, in eyes, laughter, storytelling - I’m your girl. If that all sounds cheesy, well, I'm just that! Life excited with a side of cheesy! Also, I don't do social media- this site serves as my portfolio!
Let's tell your story!
P.S. I'm not the right fit if you're wanting a photographer to recreate Pinterest poses with balloons and rustic crates, cake smashes in a field. I'm also not your girl if you like the super filtered (heavy orange hues)type of editing/processing.
This is a general package, rather, a "Go-To" package that includes the following sessions: lifestyle newborn, lifestyle family, lifestyle couple/individual, maternity, couples sessions, family, senior, and individual sessions. Immediately after booking, client's will receive a customized client questionnaire that will be used to develop overall aesthetic + session goals. At that time, location and other session details will be discussed and worked out. This is a collaborative experience designed to meet client's vision! Typically, turnaround for galleries are 6-10 business days.
Family sessions include immediate family members only up to 6 people (or pets) | To add additional people (or pets) to a session, please inquire for pricing.
+ 30 high resolution digital images
+ 45-60 min session
+ Secure online gallery
+ Print release
Customized photo session that can include:
headshots, team portraits, workplace lifestyle photos, social media/web marketing stock photos, office photos.
Minimal Package includes:
75 min photo session
Location in Austin proper
Private planning phone or video chat consultation
40 digital images with print/media release
Secure online gallery
+ 1.5 hour session in Austin proper
+ Ideal for extended, generational, legacy family sessions for large families/groups up to 15 people
If you'd like more people/pets added- please inquire
+50+ high resolution digital images
+ Secure online gallery, print release
+ Location in Austin proper
+ 30+ high resolution digital images
+ Secure online gallery
Print Release
+ Includes 2 hours of shooting time
+ 35+ high res images
+ Secure online gallery
+ Print release
Available for commercial or editorial assignments, please inquire for pricing.
If you do not see what you’re looking for, please inquire.
Mentor Services are available, please inquire.
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