Jessica & Owen,

Thank you so much for reaching out. I loved reading a little about your beautiful day at The Bellevue! Gosh, that hotel looks like such a dream!

I also love that the candid moments matter most to you, because they matter most to me too. I really think there's such a beautiful balance to storytelling on your day. I have a documentary approach, with an eye for detail that brings your day together just as it unfolded, but through an artful perspective.

I genuinely can't wait to get to know you both and hear everything you're dreaming up for your day!

I would be so honored to document your story.

Hi, I'm Melody

I'm a Houston and destination wedding photographer who grew up in Portland, Oregon, which is where my love for nature, adventure, and photography began.

On your day, I'm there to create art you'll look back on for the rest of your lives, to document your story as it unfolds, and to hold every moment of your journey with care.

I edit every single image myself, so your gallery comes back true to color, warm, and full of life.

Intentional storytelling for the wildly in love

Your wedding day

Full Collections starting at

$5,000

Every wedding is different, and no package is one-size fits all. After we chat about your day, I'll send you one proposal with the collection that fits your day best.

  • 10 hours of coverage shaped around your timeline, from getting ready to your send off
  • Hands-on help building your wedding day timeline
  • A 2nd photographer
  • Travel Included in Texas and Oregon
  • Every image edited by me in my signature style
  • A private online gallery to share, download, and print from

Coming to Philadelphia

I absolutely love traveling for weddings, and getting to know a new city through your day is one of my favorite things! Here's exactly how travel works, so there are never any surprises:

  • Flights

    Round-trip airfare for me and my 2nd shooter, booked well in advance so it stays as low as possible.

  • Stay

    A hotel near the Bellevue, so I'm close by and available for anything leading up to the big day.

  • Getting around

    Transportation while I'm in Philadelphia, to your getting ready spots, the venue, and anywhere we explore for photos. (I'll usually book a rental car for my time there, and I always find the most affordable options!)

  • One simple total

    After our call, I'll send one all-inclusive total with travel built right into your proposal.

No hidden fees, no surprises. Just your day, beautifully documented.

For your Labor Day weekend

The Weekend Celebration

Weekend collections starting at

$7,500

With your favorite people coming together over Labor Day weekend, your wedding is so much more than one day. A weekend collection lets me be there for all of it, from the welcome party to the last goodbye, so every moment is remembered.

  • Coverage across your weekend, not just the wedding day
  • Your welcome party or rehearsal dinner
  • Your full wedding day, from getting ready to your send off
  • Every image edited by me in my signature style

Your people, your city, and every moment in between.

How it works

  1. A discovery call

    We meet, talk through your dreams and what you most want to remember about your wedding day.

  2. Your proposal

    One collection, built around your day, with a link to book.

  3. Booking

    Sign your contract and pay your retainer, and your date is officially reserved!

  4. Planning

    I help with your timeline and check in as the day approaches! Phone calls, texts, (virtual) coffee dates ~ I'm here for you!

  5. The wedding

    You get to be fully present. I'll photograph your memories.

  6. Your gallery

    Every image edited by me and ready to share.

Let's get to know each other!

The next step is a 30 minute discovery call so I can hear all about your dreams for your beautiful day! Tap a time below and your email will open, ready to send.

I can't wait to meet you!

Sunday, October 18

9am 10am

Monday, October 19

4pm 5pm 6pm 7pm

Tuesday, October 20

9am 10am 11am

All times are CST (central standard time), one hour behind Philadelphia

None of these work? Send me a few times that do.
Melody Hope Photography Houston + Destination Wedding Photographer  /  @melodyhopephoto