Where Your Story Meets My Focus

I’m Melanie, a local photographer serving Panama City, Florida + surrounding areas with over 10 years of experience (with a few pauses in between) — and I’m so excited to be back doing what I love!
I specialize in maternity, newborn, milestones, families, children, and senior portraits. My style is refined yet contemporary, with varying moods depending on the moment — from soft and emotional to bold and expressive. I aim to capture images that feel as real as the memories they represent!

Photo Credit: Catherine Mitchell Photography

Some Fun Facts About Me


  • I’m a proud mama to Elisa, Bella & Ezequiel — motherhood is my biggest inspiration.
  • I love traveling, exploring, thrift shopping & iced coffee (always).
  • I talk and laugh loud — it’s just how God made me! :) 
  • I can’t sing to save my life, but I’ll still belt out my favorite songs like it’s karaoke night.
  • I love cooking, especially authentic Mexican food (yum!).
  • I’m a part-time substitute teacher for BDS schools — I love helping kids learn, and I dream of earning a Spanish degree one day.
  • Fluent in Spanish + obsessed with languages and cultural connection.
  • I’m a total Netflix & binge girl — especially when it comes to historical dramas.

Why hire me?

Why hire me?

As a mom of three, I deeply understand how fast life moves — and how important it is to preserve the moments that matter most. Whether it’s your child’s first year or your senior’s last year of high school, I’m here to help tell your story!