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  • How long have you been a photographer?

    I have been photographing people since I was a little girl, but didn’t start photographing anyone professionally until 2011. I started off taking portraits of my friends and family, and then my son became my number one model when he was born in 2013.

  • How does payment work?

    Once we get all of the details confirmed, I'll send a contract and invoice which you can use to pay electronically. Signing the contract and a retainer payment of 40% is due to officially book your date. The remainder is due at least a week before the session.

  • How long until we receive our images?

    My turnaround time for photo sessions is typically 1-2weeks but you could receive the gallery much sooner than at! Weddings take a little longer and may be delivered within 6-9 weeks from the date.

  • Do you handle the editing and retouching of the images?

    Yes, I cull and edit all of your images myself. Images are slightly edited for color correction, brightness, and straightening of the images. Any beauty retouching, or ‘photoshopping’ will be extra per image.

  • How do you handle travel and accommodation arrangements, if necessary?

    I am willing to travel up to 60 miles from Duarte, Ca with no travel fees. Anything further may include a travel fee starting at $50. If you would like to book a session or wedding outside of the state of California, I will budget the travel fees to make them as cost friendly as possible.

  • What if I need to re-schedule/cancel?

    In the event that you need to reschedule due to illness, emergency, act of the universe or any causes outside its control; the retainer will be applied to a rescheduled session provided that notice is given at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled session.

    however, if you cancel or no show to the session, the retainer is not transferrable nor refundable.

  • Melissa is not only a wonderful photographer she makes everyone feel comfortable and is just captures these amazing images capturing everyone’s personalities! It has been a joy to work with Melissa these past few years!

    Nichole

  • Melissa is a delight to work with. She is so communicative and has a very creative eye. We love her tasteful aesthetic and also the fact that she gives you full freedom to express yourself in photo’s through your clothes and expressions

    Deepika

  • Melissa is theeee BEST! She did a wonderful job capturing my daughter's college graduation photos. She is very easy to work with and such a sweet girl!

    Alicia

  • Melissa is AMAZING!! She’s down to earth, go with the flow and an amazing photographer. I have used her for my engagement photos, wedding and family photos.

    Aryana