PORTFOLIO

ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER FOR THE TIMELESS LOVE

Love stories I've had the honor of documenting

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ELOPEMENTS

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WEDDINGS

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COUPLES

Every image you’ll see here is more than a photograph — it’s a story, captured with an intentional, artful approach. I believe your wedding day deserves more than just staged moments; it deserves a true reflection of how it felt, the energy in the room, and the quiet beauty in between. My work is about preserving genuine emotion with an elevated, timeless style — so you can relive the feeling of your day for years to come.

“Her style is so natural and not posed.”

"Melissa was such an easy pick! She is fun, inviting, creative, and helps you feel so comfortable taking pictures. Her style is so natural and not posed. She communicates so well with her clients and even brought water and our favorite treats to the photo shoot. Sometimes being in front of a camera can feel awkward and uncomfortable, but Melissa truly makes you feel confident and wants to capture the in-between snaps and quiet moments. We had the best time laughing and now we have beautiful pictures to cherish forever!"

Katie and Orinn

“She makes the entire experience so much fun, and you'll never find a better hype woman!”

Melissa is such an amazing photographer! She makes the entire experience so much fun, and you'll never find a better hype woman! Our photos turned out beautifully and were the exact style we were looking for! You will be so glad you booked her!

Lauren and Matthew

“She captured our personalities and our joy in the photos!”

“Melissa did a lovely couples session for us. She made us feel comfortable right away and made the session so much fun! We loved her sense of humor and how she showed us the posing. She captured our personalities and our joy in the photos! We look forward to having her do many more sessions with our family.”

Josh and Brittany

Are you ready to create photographs that feel as real and unforgettable as your day?

MELISSA HANKINS

ELOPEMENTS, WEDDINGS, & COUPLES

photographer

KNoxville tn // Western north carolina