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YOUR STORY MATTERS
Capturing the emotions surrounding your birth, your newborn, and your family.
FAMIly SESSIonfamily session
family session
I try to interact as little as I can behind the lens to document your family story as naturally 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 Between $425-$745
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maternity session
maternity session
I love capturing your bump, whether it is early on in your pregnancy and you want to do just an announcement session or your 35 weeks along. If you are a birth client you will receive a discount on this session. Maternity sessions include:
1 hour of documenting
You will receive all edit worthy images
Location of your choice
Styling assistance
Includes 50 images sent to a private, digital gallery
Clients Usually Pay Between $325-$525
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newborn session
newborn session
I capture in-home newborn photos for babies 2 days to 3 weeks old. This will be a cozy, lifestyle documentary photoshoot, which includes:
Very relaxed pace to allow for feedings, changing, etc
Up to an hour of documenting
In-home or hospital session
Option to add on videography
Includes 60-70 images sent to a private, digital gallery
Clients Usually Pay Between $525-$650
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Birth Photography
birth photography
Your birth matters and that’s why I believe it should be documented. Birth photography packages include:
Maternity session mini
Documentation from 7 cm to 2 hours postpartum
Includes 130-160 images shared to a private, online gallery
Clients Usually Pay $2,125-$3,500
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Military photography
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
Clients Usually Pay $475-$815
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Breastfeeding SESSION
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 30-40 images shared to a private, digital gallery
Clients Usually Pay Between $275-$345
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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: BirthCare & Women’s Health, Premier Birth Center and Tree of Life Midwifery
Hospitals: Fort Belvoir, all INOVA Hospital Systems to include Fair Oaks, Fairfax, Alexandria, Stone Springs, Loudon County
Serving: Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C. and Maryland, Alexandria, Aldi, Annandale, Arlington, Ashburn, Burke, Centreville, Chantilly, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fort Belvoir, Fredericksburg, Great Falls, Herndon, Leesburg, Lorton, Manassas, McLean, National Harbor, Potomac, Purcelville, Reston, Silver Spring, Springfield, South Riding, Spotsylvania, Stafford, Sterling, Tysons Corner, Vienna, Waldorf, and Woodbridge.