Welcome
Fueled by faith, family, and a deep love for storytelling, I offer a done-for-you photography experience that eases decision fatigue and takes the pressure off - so you can focus on the people who matter most. My sessions are laid-back, natural, and centered on connection.
When you choose to work with me, you're choosing to serve your family well beyond this year's session. We’ll create expressive, timeless images that grow into heirlooms. Photos you'll love today and artwork you'll enjoy for years to come.
Hey there, I'm Melanie! A Texas native, wife to my husband Jonathan, and mom to two little girls (AKA Ritter and Tiny) who keep life full of laughter and love! Faith and family are at the heart of everything I do.
When I’m not behind my lens, you'll find me enjoying simple delights - thrift store treasure hunting, baking sourdough in my 1990s kitchen, or perfecting the art of filling and abandoning my online shopping carts.
My work as a Tulsa photographer is rooted in capturing tangible reminders of God's faithfulness in your family. The precious details, beauty in the chaos, and special relationships - not just to live on your camera roll, but for your hands and walls to hold. I’d be honored to help you preserve your story in a way that lasts.
In the first five years of marriage, my husband and I collected hundreds of family photos on an external hard drive. I'm thankful to have the digitals, but they were lucky to make it into a 4x6 print.
I realized that if I had preserved them intentionally after each season, we’d have a beautiful collection in our home that built our family story, instead of folders and files that feel overwhelming to revisit.
This is why my Tulsa photography experience is built around one simple but essential goal: helping your family preserve your story in a way you’ll actually see, hold, and enjoy for years to come.
"MELANIE HAS A CALMING PRESENCE"
The sessions are easy-going and we are always amazed by the little moments and details she captures. Beyond her talent, Melanie has a calming presence and is very easy to be around — she also has kiddos of her own so understands how to navigate tiny unwilling participants. We will hire her for our family photos for many years to come — her captures are truly something I treasure as a wife and mother.
-Chloe Morgan, 5x client
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