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Meet your photographer

Hey, I’m Melissa.

I’m drawn to the real, in-between moments — the ones that can’t be staged. With a balance of gentle direction and a documentary approach, I’ll help you feel at ease so your photos reflect how it all actually felt.

Alongside me is my husband Josh, capturing video in the same natural, seamless way — so everything flows effortlessly and nothing feels overdone.

Vermont wedding photographer
capturing it as it felt

Based in Vermont, I photograph weddings across New England and beyond — always with the same approach: keeping things natural, easy, and true to you.

Whether it’s a full wedding day, something more intimate, or a quiet moment in between, my focus is on creating images that feel honest and lasting.

Nothing overly posed. Nothing overcomplicated.
Just moments that bring you right back to it.

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A little bit about us 🤍

When we’re not photographing weddings, we’re usually outside somewhere — paddle boarding in the summer, hiking through every season, or camping in our little A-frame pop-up.

Most of the time, we’ve got our rescue dog Stella with us — she’s a little dramatic, but she keeps things interesting.

We’ve built a life that’s centered around being outside, slowing down, and actually enjoying the moments we’re in — and that naturally carries into the way we photograph weddings, too.

So happy you’re here

  • “Melissa had a keen eye for what we needed — even when we didn’t know ourselves.”

    — Hunter and and Deven

  • Smiling bride holding a bouquet of flowers, walking hand-in-hand with groom in blue suit during outdoor wedding ceremony with guests in background, mountains, and overcast sky.

  • Outdoor wedding ceremony on a grassy hill with a mountain backdrop, guests seated on benches, floral arrangements, and a couple exchanging vows under a wooden arbor decorated with greenery and flowers.

  • “I have never been a fan of having my photo taken, and I actually had the greatest time being photographed with Melissa.”

    —Regan and Owen

  • A bride in a wedding dress holding a bouquet, standing outside near a house.

  • A newlywed couple standing outdoors surrounded by trees, smiling at each other. The bride holds a bouquet of colorful flowers, dressed in a white gown with lace sleeves and a veil. The groom wears a beige suit with a white shirt, patterned tie, and a boutonniere.

A TRIP DOWN memory lane

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2017/18

2019/21

2022/23

2024/25

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The year it all started

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A blue sky with a few white, wispy clouds.
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Black and white photo of a couple kissing in a room with large windows. The man leans forward, and the woman stands with her eyes closed, wearing long gloves. The scene is intimate and artistic.

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A young woman with curly brown hair and light skin is outdoors, raising her right arm, with a cloudy sky in the background.
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POP QUIZ!

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01. My ideal weekend plan? 

a. Road-tripping with a camera in hand 
b. Chilling with Netflix and snacks
c. Getting dressed up and going out
d. Hiking for that golden hour shot 

Love a roadie

02. The drink that fuels my day

A. Iced coffee, always
B. Herbal tea and good vibes
C. A green juice or smoothie
D. A classic flat white (I'm a purist)

I'll take any of the above

03. Fav song for Editing Photos

a. LOVER - TSWIFT
b. GOOD AS HELL - LIZZO
c. ELECTRIC FEEl - MGMT
d. RHIANNON - FLEETWOOD MAC 

Depends on the vibe of the photoshoot, though!
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Ready to work with me?

LET’S CAPTURE YOUR MEMORIES TOGETHER.

Get in touch here
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