maternity/family pricing

I believe your maternity or family photography experience should feel just as effortless and meaningful as the season you’re in. My clients value more than beautiful images — they’re drawn to connection, authenticity, and moments that feel natural rather than posed. They trust me to gently guide when needed, create space for genuine emotion, and document the in-between moments that often become the most treasured. You can expect to feel comfortable, cared for, and truly seen throughout our time together. And long after your gallery is delivered, what keeps families coming back is not just the photographs — it’s the way they felt during the experience and the timeless, heartfelt memories we created together.

what’s included in your Session

What every session package will include:

01
Location scouting

02
digital storytelling with film add on

03
online gallery with easy download + printing rights

04
sneak peeks within one week or less

05
outfit recommendations

06
welcome guide handbook

Our Services

Explore a photography experience thoughtfully designed to honor every season of your story — from growing beginnings to generations gathered together.

    • 90 minutes

    • 1-2 nearby locations - location scouting included

    • 2 outfits

    • Online gallery with 60 edited images

    • Print release

    • 45 minutes

    • 1 location - location scouting included

    • 1 outfit

    • Online gallery with 40 edited images

    • Print release

  • *Studio booking (indoor and outdoor studio bookings) - $100

    35mm film (a roll of 36 images) - $100

    Quick gallery turnaround (2 weeks) - $150

    *Pending availability

what’s next

  • Let me know which package you’re leading towards!

  • A contract will be sent to you over a 48 hour period and a retainer will be required to secure your date.

  • Your day is finally here, and I’m about to document it in its purest form.

  • “Melodey’s style immediately drew us in, and our session was exactly what we hoped for—efficient, seamless, and perfect for little ones with short attention spans. She was incredibly patient with our kids and captured the sweetest candid moment between my partner and our child that we’ll always treasure. Looking at our gallery reminds us just how quickly our babies are growing.”

    — Shanelle B.

  • “We were drawn to the way Melodey captures and edits her images, and she truly exceeded our expectations. She made the session feel relaxed and conversational, and even incorporated unique elements—like including a horse in our portraits—that made the experience unforgettable. Our photos feel warm, heartfelt, and full of life.”

    — Shealyn Q.

  • “As a mom of three, I was nervous about how a mini session would go—but Melodey embraced every moment, even when my kids had their own plans. Her kindness and reassurance helped me relax, and some of the ‘imperfect’ moments turned into my favorite images. These were our first professional family photos, and they mean more to me than I can put into words.”

    — Sarina S.

  • “Melodey made our family and maternity session feel lighthearted and joyful. Even my partner, who usually feels awkward in front of the camera, was completely at ease. Our gallery feels like a moment frozen in time—capturing not just how we looked, but how this season of life truly felt.”

    — Haili K.

  • “Although an associate photographed our session, Melodey’s communication and editing brought everything together flawlessly. The location she selected was breathtaking, and the entire experience felt thoughtful and professional. We love our images so much we wish we could print every single one.”

    — Joanna N.

Your FAQs, Answered

  • To book, all that’s required is the date of your event, event location, and the minimum coverage you would like (you can always add more later! ). From there, I will send over a custom proposal for your signature and retainer payment. A 50% retainer is needed to reserve your event. Payment is handled through PayPal, Venmo, and my online website platform, Squarespace. After receiving your signature and retainer payment, the date is yours and you are all set!

  • Yes! Once you pay your 50% retainer to secure your session date, the remaining payment can be broken up into one 50% payment or two 25% payments. The default is the remaining 50% is due 48 hours prior to your session date. If you would like the second payment option, notify me in advance.

  • All photos are delivered through an online photo gallery, Pic-Time. There are high resolution photos meant for printing and web size images to store on your phone and post on social media available for download. You can also share the gallery link with your friends and family so everyone you’d like can have access to your gallery. Your gallery even has a personalized store to order prints, albums, canvases, and more and have full printing and sharing rights so you can post on your socials and print the images as you please.

  • I can guarantee sneak peeks of all sessions within 7 days of the event then remaining gallery within 4 weeks.

  • Yes! In fact, it is my dream to travel the world and I would be honored to meet you at wherever your destination will be. I am available on all Hawaiian islands, mainland USA, as well as abroad if need be! All destination clients have custom package quotes where travel fees are rolled into one making it easy to have me as your photographer no matter where you are.

  • In the chance I am unavailable, we can STILL work together - I can send an associate photographer in my place. This means I am still your point of contact up until the session day! A trusted photographer of my choosing will shoot your session in my place, deliver the RAW (unedited) files to me and I will edit your entire gallery!

  • You are not the first to say this! MOST people in fact feel this way! Let me tell you now, I will guide you along the entire time. I am very experienced working with all types of couples and families and completely understand the nerves that come with a camera following you around. I can say that we will have plenty of laughs throughout the day and won’t be awkward at all

  • While the weather forecast can only predict the weather outcome, i’m committed to provide the best experience. If we’re facing unfavorable conditions, we’ll either reschedule (availability pending) or help you pick an indoor location option or change to a part of the island that has more favorable conditions.

  • i don’t provide raw or unedited images, as i curate each photo to represent the quality and style of my work. you’ll receive a beautiful edited gallery that truly reflects your session experience.