I'm a Maine based photographer, specializing in weddings and lifestyle portraiture. I serve all of New England and beyond as no event is ever too far.

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How To Connect With Anyone!

At Inspire Photo Retreat, a huge influence in my life, Amy Deputy asked the folks in the room to turn to someone next to them and without laughing, giggling look at the other person in the eyes. She had us take a deep breath and even close our eyes for a bit to be able...

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Featured on WellWed: Kristen & Luke

Kristen & Luke's Wedding at The Samoset Resort in Maine

I had the best time photographing Kristen and Luke’s waterfront wedding at The Samoset Resort. Nautical nuances with a romantic, feminine touch set the tone for their special day!   ‘The newlyweds tied the knot beneath an arbor of flourishing florals, while marine blue waves ebbed and flowed in the distance. Bouquets of barely-there rosy...

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Women’s Best Friend

Aria by Melissa Mullen Photography

When a friend of mine asked me to take portraits of her beloved dog Aria on their last day together, I was honored and humbled. To have been a part of this tribute to her four-legged friend is something I will never forget.

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Photographer Travel Tips

{iPhone photo from up above a nor’easter on my way to Houston, Texas}   The 2015 wedding season is about to start with my first wedding in Orlando, Florida.  I got to thinking about travel efficiency when on a trip to document a wedding story and wanted to share a few things I love that make...

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Tony Downer’s 7 Tips for Successful Pet Portrait Photography

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Below is an article by the Hallmark Institute of Photography with “7 Tips for Successful Pet Portrait Photography” by instructor Tony Downer. It ties in perfectly with today’s Facebook post by Hallmark of Tony demonstrating pet photography.  He was one of my instructors at Hallmark and one of the best guys you could ever meet!...

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