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I'm so glad we found each other! Let's jump right in and get to the heart of it! My name is Melissa and I believe in the simple sincerity of a moment.  I believe that life is to be celebrated and that we shouldn't waste another second of it.  There's no place I'd rather be than outside in gorgeous natural light capturing joyful memories that would otherwise be lost in time.  Now, come on in, take a look around and let's get to preserving the essence of your love story!

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We play too long, laugh too hard and have more than our share of adventures! Hi there, I'm Melissa and I live with my husband and 3 sweet babes on an organic farm in Central New York. I know the busyness of life.  I know how easy it is to get caught up in the day to day and what it's like to wake up and realize that literally, overnight, your child grew out of every pair of pants he owns.  High waters are "in", right?  Cliche, yes, but time really is fleeting.  Not to worry, I'm here to help slow it down for you!  Let's capture your toddler's silly face, your tween's almost grown-up smile and all the sincere love in your life. It's time to celebrate!

Hi there, I'm so glad you came to visit 

MM

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I married my farmer husband after just 6 months of knowing him.  When you know, you know! He's the dip to my chips, the salt to my marg, and hey, I think his tractor's sexy.

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My shadow is a French Bulldog named Moose the Caboose.  He follows me everywhere!

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I'm a brain tumor survivor which elevates me to "badass" when it comes to kicking tumor butt!

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I live on a farm, but I also LOVE lake life.  You'll never have to call me twice for happy hour!

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I would travel to the ends of the earth to find the best soft serve ice cream!  I may do it twice a day, but who's counting?

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One of my greatest prides is nursing my babies.  I miss their sweet baby smell.  

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When I was a little girl, I'd dress up for family parties.  I still love any excuse to dress up for a celebration!

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I can perform a monkey call that would put Howler monkeys to shame.  Don't make me break it out at your session!

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My kids either love it or hate it when I make up words for silly songs.  "Mary had a little toot?"... They'll miss me when I'm gone!

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I love capturing the unexpected moment on a shoot.  It makes my heart go pitter patter.

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BEHInd the lens

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"We are so in love with all of them and don't know how we'll ever decide which images to hang on the wall! Thank you!"
                                                 ~Joyce

the photos are so lovely

"My family and I were new to the professional photo scene, and honestly, even a bit nervous about moving forward with our session.  Then in stepped Melissa - a bright, warm, encouraging spirit - easing our nerves and bringing out our natural selves.  To say we are pleased with the way she captured our family would be an understatement.  The smiles, the belly laughs, the play, the intimate moments...she got it all on camera."                                                                                            ~Stephanie   
                                                     
                                                              

wonderful day!

"Melissa has an uncanny ability to know her subjects; she had us laughing and loving this activity instantly.  We were all relaxed and ready for our photo shoot.  Needless to say the photos which she presented us with were exceptional!"
                                                ~Jane                                     

 exceptional!

Contact me about your family, engagement or anniversary session and I'll be in touch with my best tips and tricks for making the most of our time together.  This will include answers to all of your questions about time, location and ideas on how to style your session so that your pictures are a reflection of the one and only classic you.  I can't wait to help you bring your vision together!  Let's celebrate life's journey!

You have love, I want to capture it.  Each session is uniquely designed! I adapt my sessions to match your stage in life.  Young family with toddlers? Let's play games, move and have fun.  Older kids? We'll keep it light and engaging with a variety of candid, fresh and joyful poses. Couples? Let me guide you through posing that looks and feels natural while celebrating the romantic love that you share.   

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