Ever After…
Your wedding day is the beginning of your forever story… a day filled with love, laughter, and moments that deserve to be remembered for generations. I believe your wedding photographs should feel timeless, capturing not only how everything looked, but how it felt. From the quiet, emotional pauses to the joyful celebrations, I’ll be there to preserve it all in a way that’s natural, heartfelt, and true to you.
How it works
1. Let’s Connect
We’ll start with a conversation so I can hear all about your day, your plans, and what matters most to you. I will check availability and discuss Package options with you.
2. Planning Together
I’ll work with you (and your timeline) to make sure we capture every important detail - while leaving room for the spontaneous, unscripted moments that make weddings so magical. This includes any questions you have along the way, tips to make the day run smoothly and a final meeting a month out to run through the final touches.
3. Your Wedding Day
On the day itself, I blend gentle direction with a documentary approach, so you can relax, enjoy, and simply be present while I capture everything naturally.
4. The Heirlooms
After your wedding, I carefully curate and hand-edit your images. You’ll receive a beautiful online gallery to share with family and friends, along with options for prints and albums that turn your memories into heirlooms.
-
Full-day wedding coverage starts at $4,000. I also offer flexible packages to suit different needs — whether you’re planning a full celebration, a small gathering, or an intimate elopement. Together we can tailor a package that fits your day perfectly.
-
most couples book 12+ months in advance, but if your date is sooner, please get in touch — I may still have space.
-
Yes! I love exploring new places and would be honoured to capture your day anywhere in Otago, Southland, or beyond. Travel fees may apply depending on the location.
-
Every wedding is different, but you can typically expect 300-600 carefully edited images, depending on coverage.
-
Your final gallery will be ready within 6–8 weeks. I’ll also send a small sneak peek within a few days of your wedding to relive the excitement.
-
These options are already apart of the packages I have but extra can be added to any package.
-
Don’t worry — most couples feel this way! My job is to help you feel relaxed and natural so the photos reflect the real you.
A Note From Melissa
Your wedding day is a story you’ll relive for a lifetime, the laughter, the tears, the quiet glances, and the grand celebrations. My passion is to capture it all with honesty and artistry, so every image feels like stepping back into that moment.
Yours truly, Melissa
