Where’s Melissa?

In Vegas!!! I’ll be traveling to Las Vegas with a couple fellow photographers to attend WPPI (Wedding & Portrait Photograhers International). A whole week of photo classes, new products, shows, relaxation, and 70-degree weather; what more could a girl ask for? It will be the perfect pre-wedding and boudoir season prep. I’ll be checking my e-mail once a day.

Spring Portraits at the Arnold Arboretum

If you’ve never visited the Arnold Arboretum in Jamaica Plain, you’re truly missing out. It’s one of my favorite places to go for a walk and, of course, take photos. I’m planning a special spring portrait session for Saturday, May 24 (rain date May 26). Lilacs should be in full bloom, a perfect setting for spring portraits! Come with your family, children, boyfriend, girlfriend, pet, or maybe just yourself! Contact me to reserve your spot!

August 16 + 17 Group Session

Due to very high demand, I’ve decided to up the August 16 + 17 group session to 10 women. There are 4 spots remaining. E-mail me to reserve your spot!

Remaining spring + summer boudoir sessions

Boudoir sessions have quickly filled up my summer calendar! I have the following spring and summer dates still available. I have more availability beginning in September. I will update this post as the spots are filled.

May 17 + 18 (group session – 2 spots available)
August 10 – 1 p.m.
August 16 + 17 (group session – 4 spots available)
August 31 – 10 a.m.

Great light!

I experimented a lot with light this weekend. A variety of muted natural light, direct sunlight, off-camera flash, and strategically placed reflectors allows for a lot of fun effects. Here’s a look.

Polka dots + red nail polish

I love them both! Polka dots have a classic pinup girl look, which I love, especially in my red room. And red nail polish is a nice finishing touch. Here are a few shots from one of two boudoir sessions this weekend.