by melannephoto | Oct 5, 2018 | Weddings
I first met Frankie at her cousin’s Wedding that I photographed last June. (Your can see that here). She immediately fell in love with my ability to go from sweet + professional Beyoncé, to demand the stage + in control, Sasha Fierce! She quickly booked my...
by melannephoto | Aug 7, 2018 | Weddings
I have known Chelsea + Matt for quite some time, and last year when I photographed her sister’s wedding (you can see that here), they asked if I would be interested in documenting their unique nuptials at the stunning Eastern Market in Detroit. Guys, I am SO...
by melannephoto | Jul 5, 2018 | Weddings
Ania + Daniel’s wedding day was something straight out of a fairytale. It was truly unique from the moment I arrived. From Daniel’s traditional Macedonian dances and Ania’s Polish traditions, it was a wedding day full of laughter, tears, and endless...
by melannephoto | Jun 1, 2018 | Weddings
I still remember the first day I met Derrick + Markisha. It was at our local Barnes + Noble café, just after Christmas. Anyone that knows me, knows that I can’t stand being late (or when other people are late).. it just simply gives me...
by melannephoto | Apr 17, 2018 | Weddings
I first met Kim + Steve a few years ago. I had photographed a mutual friend’s wedding, and Kim loved my images so much, that she asked me to shoot an engagement session for them. During their session, we started talking about their plans for their wedding...
by melannephoto | Mar 7, 2018 | Personal
I like to take some time around my birthday to reflect on the previous year. Sharing my journey, how much I have grown, the ups and downs… helps reset the clock for the next year. It also gives me great perspective looking back to where I have been and how far I...
by melannephoto | Feb 25, 2018 | Weddings
The first time I met with Markisha + Derrick, I literally had goose-bumps! Markisha + I both believe in the “it’s meant to be” theory… Well when we were discussing their wedding date, I told her how funny I thought that it was on my...
by melannephoto | Jan 1, 2018 | Weddings
Ken + Alison’s wedding was not only one of my favorites of 2017, but it was near and dear to my heart for so many reasons. Alison + I have been close friends for about four years. I have watched her grow into the beautiful woman she is today, and...
by melannephoto | Dec 18, 2017 | Weddings
I first met Anna a year and a half ago, when we started working together. She has always been so sweet, so when she asked me to take her engagement photos- I was so excited! Anna + Jake spend a lot of time in Downtown Royal Oak with friends, so of...
by melannephoto | Nov 10, 2017 | Weddings
Nina + Frank have know one another their entire lives and grew up family friends. Their parents were all Michigan State Alumni. It was during Nina’s freshman year, when Frank reached out and reconnected with her. They dated all through college, and it was at...
by melannephoto | Nov 2, 2017 | Weddings
It was a gorgeous September day, without a cloud in the sky. Justin + Angela exchanged vows at the stunning White House Wedding Chapel. We had planned to go to a local park for their portraits, but on the day of, Justin informed me that a Carnival was taking place...
by melannephoto | Oct 17, 2017 | Engagement, Weddings
This love story started years ago, when Amanda + Steve worked together at a local restaurant. After years of friendship + playful flirting, they finally stated dating! I’ve known Amanda for years through my Best Friend, and have always enjoyed her...
by melannephoto | Oct 8, 2017 | Engagement, Weddings
I first met Chelsea a few years ago when I photographed her Grandmother’s 100th Birthday Party! I then had the pleasure of working with her again, at her sister’s wedding this summer. When she asked me to be their wedding photographer, I was...
by melannephoto | Sep 30, 2017 | Weddings
When I first met with Kaitlyn, she had a presence that radiated sunshine! Our personalities instantly clicked, as we planned their engagement session and talked of all her grand wedding plans. In the middle of September, it was 90 degrees. We were sweating,...
by melannephoto | Sep 5, 2017 | Weddings
When I first met Kasia, I knew in that instance that she was a woman that knew exactly what she wanted in all aspects of life. Her personality is so bubbly, intelligent, and contagious, with a smile that could light up any room. I had the opportunity to witness just...
