Congrats to this gorgeous senior, Dariana! Cheers to all your dreams coming true, sweet girl!

As y’all know, I’ve been learning to shoot film photography. I’m using a different film cameras to learn which camera works best with different lighting, motion, etc. I’m finally in a place where I’ve learned the complex mechanics of a film camera and light meter! Guys, I honestly thought I’d never reach this place! I […]

Mel Christina Photography Austin Lifestyle Photographer

  I got to meet the sweet and soulful Camille Kinzler. She is a physician’s assistant, mother, wife, and passionate entrepreneur. Camille is launching a business aimed at supporting women from all walks of life to “think beyond the drink”. That is, to find joy, happiness, and meaning without alcohol. Her work encourages women to […]

  I was beyond thrilled to capture Meg Sylvester again, this time, with her absolutely beautiful and fun little girls. Meg is most certainly a kindred spirit. We both love all thing spiritual, sisterhood, nature, and PINK. I will share more of our Valentine’s Day Photo Session later this week. Stay tuned for more LOVE […]

  Jason and Kate Boatright made a quick trip to Austin to attend the Inaugural Governers Ball. The weather was majorly overcast, some rain, and seemingly glum. I showed up to the capital grounds to take some quick photos and there was Kate, dazzling in her gorgeous red dress! They brought their sweet pup, who […]

I’m so overwhelmed with gratitude and appreciation for all the amazing people I’ve been fortunate to meet in my work. I did a quick session on a super cold morning with the amazing Meg Sylvester, a mindset mentor and motivational speaker. Her authentic spirit, big beautiful heart, and KINDNESS made my heart swell!     […]

So many exciting things happening around here. Can’t wait to share them all! I’ll start with this – I’m super duper honored to have a feature in the incredible Austin Woman Magazine! Some photos my girlfriend took of me and my boy- I used one of them for the feature! The dress is from Target, […]

We’ve been pretty busy this fall: settling our new homeschool year flow, settling in our new home, and just the usual stuff- laundry, cleaning toilets, learning to bake, etc. All good, all beautiful stuff! I should note that the image below was not in Texas! It was in Canada, taken early October. Just wanted to […]

    The love in this sweet family was so profound. Both maternal and paternal grandparents were included in the session. How amazing is that? There was so much love and joy! Such a great memory for all.