Wedding
Yorktown Wedding at The Hornsby House Inn
January 30, 2024
Your Day. Your Love. Your Photos.
Like the prints at the ends of your fingers, no two love stories are ever the same. You have two imperfect people who have met, connected, built memories and created a perfectly imperfect love story together. And I find that to be so astonishingly beautiful.
How you met, how the ice was first broken, your first date, your first I love you - to the thousandth date and the millionth I love you; every chapter and every page and every sentence of your love story is important to me. Your wedding day, the celebration of your love, should be captured in a way that tells your story genuinely, beautifully, and timelessly so you and yours can cherish it for years and years to come.
Alison & Rob
“She went above and beyond for me and my family and was so easygoing.
Everyone raved about how kind she was and how much they liked our photographer afterwards, and when we've sent a few photos, they've all been blown away.
I feel lucky to have found Melanie, and her husband Chris, to shoot my day and would recommend her to anyone who asked me for any photos.”
Fit Like A Glove... or a Wedding Dress
Your memories of your wedding day should be captured by someone you click with, someone you get along with, someone you trust, someone who just fits you.
Do we fit? We may if you...
like attention to detail
The ring your grandmother gave you. The cuff links passed down for generations. The first love note ever, saved and reread at the wedding. Every single detail has been carefully planned by you - and I want to be sure we capture every little thing
want timeless portraits
These are the photos you'll have for the rest of your life and so should show you at your most genuine, amazing selves. I'll be sure to focus on you, and who you are and who you are together so your love exudes from each and every photo
like someone who is organized
You'll never have to worry about missed emails or texts with me. Your wedding day is vital to me! I'll create timelines, help guides, and personalized tips to help ensure your "I do's" go as amazingly as possible
want flexibility
Things don't often go according to plan - and that's ok! I'll be with you every step of the way. From the first email to the planning of your prints and albums, I'm with you. If weather changes, if the timeline adjusts, if you have any questions at all, I'm here for you
Do you like vivd colors, bright photos, and timeless memories?
I think we'd be a perfect match!
Every Step of the Way
Step 1: Inquire for your date
Let's be sure your wedding date is available. Then we figure out the perfect package for you!
then..
Step 2: Engagement Session
Most wedding packages offer a FREE engagement session! Perfect for your invitations, save the dates, and to start celebrating your love story
then...
Step 3: Say "I Do"!
It's your wedding day! Have fun, enjoy, and fall even more in love
then...
Step 4: Image Delivery
Within 6-8 weeks, you'll have ALL your hand-edited digital images sent to you within a personalized gallery with unlimited downloads, unlimited access, and unlimited help. Want albums, prints, and more? I can do that for you too!
How easy!
Helpful notes:
The basics:
- $400/hour
- coverage of 6 hours or more includes a complimentary engagement session
- ALL packages come with a second photographer!
Whitetop Mountain is thee most popular package.
Why?
Because it allows enough time to fit in every detail of most wedding days without feeling rushed!
Curious to the names of the packages? They're Virginia's 3 tallest mountain peaks!
Packages
Mt. Rogers
For the couple wanting every detail, every photo, every memory
Consultation
10 Hours of Coverage
Free Engagement Session
Bridal Session
2nd Photographer
High Resolution Images
USB Drive of Edited Image
1 Year Anniversary Session
Wedding Album
$5100
Whitetop Mountain
the most popular option! For the couple wanting to focus on their love story
Consultation
8 Hour Coverage
Free Engagement Session
2nd Photographer
High Resolution Images
USB Drive of Edited Images
$3200
Pine Mountain
Perfect for elopements and those just needing the basics
Consultation
3 Hour Coverage
2nd Photographer
High Resolution Images
$1200
FAQ
How do you photograph weddings?
My commitment to you starts with your first email to me. I'll create timelines for you, offer tips for the best times for portraits on your specific date, and help you juggle every aspect of your wedding day. On your wedding day, all I want to capture is the feelings, the mood, the emotions, the calm and crazy moments and all the details that make your wedding unique. And my commitment keeps going after the cake is cut - every photo will be edited with a detail-orientated eye and delivered to you with love
Where are you based and do you travel?
I'm in Gloucester Virginia but I service all of the "Love" State and beyond! Travel fees may apply depending on the location, but I'll always work to make sure the fee (if any!) is as little as possible
When will we get our photos?
Your will receive an online gallery link with all your photos within maximum 8 weeks (sometimes less depending on the season I photograph your story). You can download all the photos from the gallery but also share them, choose your favorites, and also order prints!
How many pictures will we receive?
Each hour of coverage averages between 75-100 images. I strive to capture as many moments as possible so you can cherish your preparation, your "I Do", Uncle Jim's tear-jerking toast, and all the great dance moves in bright, beautiful photos.
I am most likely photographing some sweet memories on weekends and weeknights!
I will respond to your inquiry and emails within 1 business day
