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You spent months researching photographers. You scrolled through portfolios, read reviews, had consultations, and finally handed over a significant chunk of your wedding budget to a professional who would capture your big day beautifully. So imagine your frustration when you flip through your gallery only to find Aunt Linda’s iPad blocking the aisle shot during […]

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Hey, I'm Melissa.

I'm a wedding and engagement photographer based in Leesburg, Virginia, and I've been documenting love stories across Northern Virginia and the DMV since 2020. My approach is simple: stunning, true-to-color images delivered with calm direction and thorough preparation, so you get the photos you want and the wedding day you deserve.

From small, intimate weddings to full-blown extravaganzas, I'm your photographer

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Book a consult to talk through your vision over coffee or Zoom. I'm a PPA member, fully insured, and I shoot with professional Nikon mirrorless gear and off-camera lighting, so no matter the venue or conditions, your images will be stunning.

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