Storytelling sessions are about capturing the authentic, heartfelt moments that define your family's unique story. These sessions focus on natural interactions, genuine emotions, and the beauty of everyday life, creating timeless memories. With an unscripted approach, I create honest, artful images that celebrate your family's love and unique bond. I offer a variety of carefully designed sessions, providing meaningful options to beautifully capture and celebrate your unique story.
Blacksburg, Virginia Family photographer
Let’s tell your family’s story through the genuine connections that make you who you are.
My approach to photography is all about capturing authentic, unscripted moments that tell your family’s unique story in a relaxed, natural way. As a Blacksburg Virginia family photographer, I specialize in documenting the quiet moments of motherhood, the playful laughter of children, and the loving bonds between family members.
Each session is tailored to reflect your family’s individuality, with simple prompts that keep the experience comfortable, effortless, and true to who you are.
With an artistic, natural-inspired style, I create timeless images that preserve your family’s love and connection for generations to come.
Blacksburg, Virginia Family photographer for sentimental families who value authentic & heartfelt moments
- Relaxed Timeframe
- 25+ high-quality artistically edited photographs
- Styling advice. We will choose the PERFECT outfit that matches your child’s personality!
- Custom questionnaire designed to get to know your child and their likes, interests, and heart so that I can capture every detail
- Custom 8x8 hardcover classic bound art album with magazine-style pages
$400
Personality Session
The Storyteller is for individuals who value memories. Families are welcome to cuddle, laugh, and adventure together while we capture the sweet, the silly, and the beautiful details in-between. Includes 20 high-quality artistically edited photographs. This package is designed to let you be fully present in the moment, while I capture the essence of your family's unique story.
Storyteller Collection I
$350
- 2 photographers
- 75–100 artistically edited, high-quality images
- 8-10 timeless vintage Polaroid photos to take home the day of the session
- Print credit to go toward heirloom wall art or a custom family keepsake album
$575
Storyteller Collection II
The Storytelling
experience
(most popular package)
If you're searching for a Blacksburg, Virginia Family Photographer who values genuine connections and storytelling moments, first fill out a contact form! From there, we’ll schedule a cozy chat where we’ll get to know each other, and you can share the beautiful details of your story. I can’t wait to listen to your vision and excitement, and start crafting the perfect way to tell your story!
get to know eachother
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Once you're ready to make it official, we'll complete the contract and invoice, securing your special date on my calendar. This is where the magic begins! After you will receive a Welcome Guide carefully crafted to detail what's to expect. I'm thrilled to be your photographer and am truly so dedicated to making your experience unforgettable.
Seal the deal
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The questionnaire is an important step in the process where we dive deeper into your story and vision. It gives me the opportunity to learn more about you, your family, and what matters most to you. By filling it out, you’ll help me understand the details that will make your session truly personal and unique, ensuring I can capture your story exactly as you envision it.
Questionnaire
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This is a quick phone call where we chat about outfits, location, shot list, and any special requests you may have. It’s a relaxed conversation to ensure everything is planned out to reflect your family’s style and vision. We’ll make sure your session is stress-free and tailored to what matters most to you.
Consult call
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It's time for your session! Relax and get ready to enjoy moments with your loved ones. We’ll capture your authentic moments, focusing on connections and emotions that tell your unique story. It’s all about being yourselves and enjoying the experience, with me guiding you when needed to ensure we get those beautiful, special moments that make up your story.
your storyteller session
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I’ll take the time to carefully and artistically edit your images, ensuring each one is perfected to reflect the beauty of your story. Once the editing is complete, you’ll receive an email with a link to your gallery, where you can cherish the moments, share with family, adorn your home with them, and let them be a daily reminder of your beautiful story.
Cherish every memory
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My wife and I had a great photography experience with Melena and her husband. We felt at ease right from the start and everything went smoothly! We were able to be ourselves with her and because of her guidance and eye for establishing great shots we ended up with pictures that we’ll treasure forever. We had so much fun. I’d highly recommend Melena and look forward to working with her again.
“We felt at ease right from the start”
Melena and her husband were always right where they needed to be throughout the whole wedding celebration. They followed our timeline seamlessly and didn’t miss a single moment. Thanks to them, we now have photos that capture the most genuine emotions and reactions, true memories we will cherish and enjoy for a lifetime.
“They didn't miss a single moment”
" Melena and Brandon are very good at this! We went in expecting a lot of posed shots. But they made it so much fun. Matt and I had so much fun - it felt just like we were hanging out! I sometimes forgot they were taking photos. Some of the golden hour shots look like they're from fairytales! We are so thankful we chose them!"
“We are so thankful we chose them!”
Melena and her husband are absolutely amazing to work with! Not only are they super easy to work with and create the most STUNNING and cinematic photos, they both have prompts to help you feel more relaxed in your pictures and less staged/tense. Plus… the pictures speak for themselves!
"The pictures speak for themselves!”
Melena and Brandon were one of the highlights of our wedding day. They are a joy to work with and the kindest people. We were so thankful to work with them the past few months and enjoy their beautiful photos every time. We can't express our gratitude enough.
"They were one of the highlights of our wedding day!
Yes and no. Mini sessions are a wonderful way to capture quick but meaningful moments. While I do offer them occasionally, I don't advertise mini sessions on my website because they're usually pretty spontaneous, so be sure to follow along on Instagram or join my email list to find out when the next one is happening.
