Chad & Jackie

Meet Chad & Jackie!

This adorable couple are getting married this fall! I had such a great time working with Jackie and Chad during their engagement session. We started out the session downtown in Yakima near the old depot, the brick buildings provided for some great backgrounds and then we moved onto the River Ridge Golf Course to have some fun in the snow with their sweet dog Connelly. Below are a few of my favorite images from their engagement session and to view more images please click HERE or view their online slide-show by clicking HERE. Enjoy!

Eric & Denise's Wedding

Congratulations Eric & Denise!

This lovely couple was married at the Grace Brethren Church in Sunnyside, surrounded by their loving family and friends. Michelle and I had a great time working with this fun couple and their energetic wedding party. Denise's dress was stunning and I loved her red shoes! It was a bit cold outside, but they braved the weather for some outdoor images and then warmed up in the church while photographing in front of the amazing wood arbor that Eric built for Denise! Below are a few of my favorite images from their wedding and to see more please click HERE or to watch a online slide show please click HERE. Enjoy!

BusyBee Magazine Jan/Feb 2012 issue

Have you picked up a copy of the Busybee magazine? It's a magazine full of helpful resource information for you and your families! I especially enoyed the December issue letting me know when all holiday events were happening around town so that my family and I could enjoy them!

Sara the editor and publisher of the magazine recently asked to use one of my images to be in the January/February issue of the magazine! Here is a photo of the article and the image of little baby Anderson in his adorable blue hat! I love photographing babies of all ages and utilizing all my fun props! If your interested in a portrait session contact me via email or facebook to schedule a session today! Until then check out the latest issue at your local stores or view the magazine online by clicking HERE enjoy!

Bridal Shows!!

This Sunday is the Central Washington Bridal show located at the Yakima Convention center!

It starts at 10:00am-3:00pm and then from 3:00-4:00pm Lin Paul's bridal store and Fashion Corner will be holding an amazing Runway show! You don't want to miss these amazing dresses! Stop by these stores to find your perfect wedding gown and check out my photography work displaying at Lin Paul's Bridal store!

January 15th (next Sunday) is the After The Rock bridal show again at the Yakima Convention center this time from 11:00am-4:00pm! There will be fashion shows, workshops plus many amazing vendors! Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Hope to see you all there!

Happy New Year!!

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! Looking forward to a fun filled year with friends and family! Hoping 2012 is great for everyone! Also looking forward to many new photo shoots with all my new, old and soon to be clients!

Lots of love to you all! ~Melissa

Christmas Mini Portrait Sessions!

Merry Christmas! Boy have I been busy with all the Christmas studio mini sessions! Again I'm a little behind on my blog posts so I've decided to combine my mini sessions into one blog. Below are a few images from recent studio sessions to get you in the Christmas spirit! I had a blast working with these amazing families and using my new backdrop! I hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas!

Family, Newborn & baby studio Sessions

How cute is this family?!? Wow I can't believe how long it's been since I've posted a blog! I've been so busy taking portraits that I'm now a bit behind on my blog posts, so I've decided to combine a few different studio sessions into one blog. Below are a few images from the recent family sessions I've photographed in my studio. I love working outdoors, but at this time of year it's great to do some indoor studio portraits! Especially for newborn photos I love working indoors and utilizing my adorable baby props! Below are some props from two of my favorite vendors Mudpies N Pigtails and Two of a Kind Design. Contact me for more information about indoor sessions and ask about my special offers!