aboutme2024

Hey, I'm Melanie!

I’m a country girl at heart. I grew up on a stretch of land outside College Station, Texas, with my mom, dad, and sister. Some of my favorite memories include riding horses and four-wheelers, fishing at the pond, flying down the zip line at reckless speeds, building “haygloos” (igloos made of hay bales!), and picking dewberries along the roadside. What I loved most about my childhood was the daily adventure—no two days were ever the same. With endless acres to roam, critters to discover, a wildly creative and present mother, and a father always willing to join in, our days overflowed with excitement.

Those adventures shaped the way I see the world and the art I create today. As a documentary photographer, I aim to capture people and life as they truly are—candid, natural, and full of authenticity. I believe less direction allows for more truth. My clients often tell me how easy it feels to be themselves in front of my lens. They’d encourage you to book the session, lean into the adventure, and treasure the memories we create together.

When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me soaking in live music, practicing yoga, golfing, cooking up plant-based meals, spending time on the water, and making memories with my girls Emily and Callie, and my husband Travis.

Over the past 15 years, my work has been featured in publications including Forbes Magazine, Texas Monthly, Austin Monthly, The Scout Guide, The Wall Street Journal, Yoga Journal, MAXIM, Austin Woman Magazine, Luxe Interiors + Design, and more.

Thank you for believing in my vision and trusting me with your memories.

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