my why
Glorifying Christ in My Work
Preserving Legacy Through Photography
Capturing Real, Honest Love
Creating an Stress-Free Experience
Celebrating the Western Way of Life
Giving Couples Something Tangible to Hold Onto
Using my gifts to serve others, capture the beauty of marriage, + reflect the love God designed.
Marriage is more than just one day; it’s the beginning (or continuation) of a legacy that will impact generations. Your story deserves to be documented with meaning + depth.
The quiet glances, the roaring laughter, the hand squeezes—these small, unposed moments are what make love real, + I strive to preserve them forever.
Wedding days should be filled with joy, not stress. I help couples feel present + at peace, knowing their memories are in good hands.
I love the grit, romance, + tradition of western weddings. They’re about more than just a day; they’re about faith, family, + a deep-rooted way of life.
When the flowers fade + your dress is put away, photographs remain. I want my couples to have images they’ll cherish for a lifetime.
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I’m not afraid to kindly ask uncle Jerry to not have his entire arm sticking out in the aisle trying to snag a photo with his iPhone, or to pipe up to get family organized before portraits. But I’m also going to be aware of not stepping in front of your mom proudly watching you dance with your dad or whisk you away from your grandma as she’s trying to hug you after you said “I do” just bc we are “running on a timeline”. People matter most. The photos will still happen, and they’ll mean more because of it.
I’m won’t interrupt a genuine moment to direct you into a pose, but I also won’t leaving you wondering what the heck you’re supposed to be doing. It’s about a mixture of letting the real moments unfold and helping to make them happen.
You are not a box to check off. Your wedding day isn’t a production schedule. And your photos? They’re not content for me—they’re your legacy.
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What does it look like to work with me?
I’m here to authentically capture the essence of your moments as they unfold. So, when you look back at these photos in 20 years, you'll instantly feel the emotions you experienced when the shutter clicked.
I’m here to authentically capture the essence of your moments as they unfold. So, when you look back at these photos in 20 years, you'll instantly feel the emotions you experienced when the shutter clicked.
Hey, I'm Mel
I am so pumped you're here. I am a natural introvert (which I attribute to my homeschooling days), but have a quirky charm that will have you laughing in no time + yes I have been known to participate in the mechanical bull riding on wedding days. Working with me on your wedding day looks a lot like me jumping in to help button your dress, give you a last minute pep talk before your first look, wrangling your family for photos so you don't have to, keeping things running on time, + so much more.
My passion for serving couples in the form of giving them timeless photos to look back on took root in NW Oklahoma while in college. I currently reside still here in Northwest Oklahoma and feel fortunate to be surrounded by the beauty of God's creations. This abundance of natural beauty has led many couples to choose to travel to me for their engagement sessions, seeking the unique backdrops I can offer. I also feel incredibly blessed that I get to travel all over the U.S. capturing love stories in so many different states.
Now, with seven years of experience in the wedding industry—somewhere only God could have lead me—I've discovered my true calling. I cannot wait to start discussing your vision for your wedding or session + have you in front of my lens!
