Available FRIDAY-SUNDAY. My name is Melissa & I specialize in outdoor natural light photography. I have experience with engagement, maternity, newborns, kids, pets, & families. You choose any location in Palm Beach County & how long of a shoot you want. After choosing a date & booking appointment I can email a style guide to prepare for the shoot & offer suggestions on what to wear if requested. During the shoot I will direct you how to pose so you wont have to worry about a thing. The day after your shoot expect some sneak peek photos. After all photos are edited in lightroom a link will be sent with all your full resolution photos that can be downloaded & shared. You can order professional prints directly from the link if you want.
Overview
Hired 28 times
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1 employee
7 years in business
Business hours
Sun9:00 am - 6:00 pmMonClosed
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Micah A.
Mar 29, 2026
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Amazing photographer! 100% recommend booking if you’re in need of any type of photo shoot in the Florida area. My fiancé and I were blown away with the quality and are extremely satisfied!
Details: Couples portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Physical proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Nicole a.
Oct 17, 2025
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Easy to work with and captured some absolutley beautiful engagement pictures for us!
Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Candid • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • Two locations • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.
Engagement Photography
Ashley d.
May 22, 2025
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Mel was incredible to work with! My husband and I wanted a super chill beach maternity shoot and Mel delivered! She was fun, interactive and made us feel at ease! I would highly recommend her!
Details: Maternity portrait • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Ann-Marie M.
Dec 5, 2023
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Couldn’t be happier that I found Mel! Thankfully she is an expert at providing posing advice, and made me feel more comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Great to work with and I am very happy with the results - highly recommend!
Details: Solo portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
Portrait Photography
Asia F.
Feb 15, 2023
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We had a wonderful experience with Mel. From the get go, she was very responsive, professional, and helpful leading up to the photos. The gallery turned out beautiful! I know our family will cherish them for years to come. :)
Details: Family or children's portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location
Mel E Photography's reply
Thank you for the nice review. Soo happy you could all get together for this.
Portrait Photography
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Melissa Engel
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing starts at $250/30 minutes includes up to 4 adults. Extra charge for multiple children depending on their age. Extra charge for more than 4 people. Extra charge if location is outside of palm beach county.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Find a date that works for everyone, send link to book appointment, sign contract, enter contact info, & pay. After booked I email style guide if needed to help with what to wear & how to prepare for the photoshoot. Same day or next day sneak peek photos will be sent to your phone. 1-2 weeks later all final edited photos will be put on a link you can download, order prints if wanted, & share w anyone
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Amy & Jordan Demos online courses
Shooting & Editing Course
Posing Course
Business Course
Online newborn safety class & simple posing
