WEDDING & PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE LIFE, LIGHT & AUTHENTICITY

Wedding Photography

  I believe your wedding day should be filled with joy and tailored so that you can cherish every moment spent with those you love most. I aim to capture those in-betweens; that moment you see each other for the first time, your family’s joy as they soak in the moment, the flutter of a veil in the breeze and the way the light perfectly filters through the trees. Photos can transport you back to your beautiful day again and again.


A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES

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You've thoroughly combed through my website and Instagram feed and you like what you see. So the next step is setting up a time to chat to make sure we're the perfect fit for one another.   

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Once your date is officially reserved, we'll send over a few goodies to help you prepare for the big day. We're happy to serve as a resource for vendor recommendations, timeline guidance and more!

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Sessions can take place anywhere from immediately following a proposal to just a few days before the wedding. We’ve found that there isn’t a “good” or “bad” time to take your photos. 

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We check in about two months before the wedding to start chatting about timeline specifics, special details, family formal shot lists, special traditions and anything else we should know about your big day.

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It's finally here! The day the two of you say "I Do" and dance the night away surrounded by your family and friends. Just know we're excited to celebrate and capture your wedding day. It's going to be awesome.

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You can expect your photos to be delivered via an online gallery within about three weeks of your wedding. At that time, we'll also send over details about preserving your images through prints and albums. 

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Alabama, USA

Abby & Hunter

“Melissa exceeded my expectations on our wedding day! Her work is outstanding and she is incredibly easy and fun to work with.”

WORD ON THE STREET

Melissa shot our wedding day at two separate locations. She pays attention to detail and captured the day beautifully. What I love most about her work is the emphasis on landscape. She is a humble soul that is a breeze to work with and is talented at what she does! She met with us prior to the event and mapped out the day...which was appreciated and oh so helpful! Would 100% recommend!.”

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Alabama, USA

Mercedes & Adam

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Alabama, USA

The Blackwells

Melissa is absolutely amazing at what she does! Her kindness and wonderful personality are a bonus. If you are looking for a photographer, I HIGHLY recommended Melissa Gaines Photography!”

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Wedding coverage begins at $1,500

Please contact me for a complete investment guide and to find out how you can customize your wedding package. 

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