Elle Mercedes Photography

Elle Mercedes Photography Welcome to Elle Mercedes Photography! I'm so happy you're here! My name is Elisa, but you can call me Elle or Ellie.

I am a natural light photographer, who loves to capture fun/ candid moments.

All this snow has me dreaming of warmer days and blooming flowers — so I’m excited to share my spring session dates! 🌸Sp...
02/25/2026

All this snow has me dreaming of warmer days and blooming flowers — so I’m excited to share my spring session dates! 🌸

Spring brings the prettiest blooms and such a beautiful backdrop for photos — perfect for capturing your family laughing together, celebrating milestones (looking at you, 2026 seniors! 🎓), or just enjoying time together.

I’m also offering mini sessions this season on a flexible basis — a simple, easy way to grab a few fresh photos whenever it works best for your family.

Message me to book your session — I can’t wait to capture your family’s special moments 🤍

🏈 Happy Super Bowl Sunday! 🍿✨I couldn’t help but revisit this fun session today. This family brought all the energy in t...
02/08/2026

🏈 Happy Super Bowl Sunday! 🍿✨
I couldn’t help but revisit this fun session today. This family brought all the energy in their football jerseys, and it’s still one of my favorite fall moments.
From team spirit to genuine smiles, these are the kinds of sessions that remind me how much personality families bring into their photos.
Whether you’re cheering for the game tonight, loving the snacks, or just enjoying some quality family time, I hope your day is full of fun and good company 🤍
Who are you rooting for tonight? 🏆

On a cold, snowy day like today, I keep thinking about sessions like this 🤍A mix of cozy indoor moments and a few outdoo...
01/25/2026

On a cold, snowy day like today, I keep thinking about sessions like this 🤍

A mix of cozy indoor moments and a few outdoor ones — warm, relaxed, and full of love. This family brings so much energy and fun every time, and it always makes the session feel effortless.
Some of my favorite moments happen when we simply follow what feels right for the family.

This senior session was such a dream.Chrissy is absolutely stunning — confident, radiant, and full of personality. Her o...
01/18/2026

This senior session was such a dream.

Chrissy is absolutely stunning — confident, radiant, and full of personality. Her outfit choices were perfect from start to finish, and that peach dress popping against the fall colors and golden light? Simply to die for.

Sessions like this are such a good reminder of how special senior photos can be (and yes, families are always welcome to hop in for a few photos too 🤍).

It’s hard to believe spring — and graduation — will be here before we know it.

✨ It’s been a little quiet around here with the holidays, but I’m so excited to be sharing again — starting with one of ...
01/11/2026

✨ It’s been a little quiet around here with the holidays, but I’m so excited to be sharing again — starting with one of my favorite mini sessions from this fall.

This was my first time photographing this sweet family, and the session was just perfect — full of smiles, love, the prettiest golden hour light, and a few extra-special moments with their son joining me as my official assistant, helping to photograph his parents. 🤍

So grateful for families who trust me with their memories — even (and especially) the first time.

Cheers to a new year filled with more moments like these. ✨

Sometimes your kiddo isn't going to want their picture taken — and honestly, those end up being some of the best moments...
11/17/2025

Sometimes your kiddo isn't going to want their picture taken — and honestly, those end up being some of the best moments.
These are the moments you’ll look back on with so much fondness — the real, unscripted little pieces of who they are right now.
And truly, these are the moments I love capturing most. 💛

🚂 Busy season is in full swing, and I totally forgot to post last week — but honestly, it’s because I’ve been wrapped up...
11/10/2025

🚂 Busy season is in full swing, and I totally forgot to post last week — but honestly, it’s because I’ve been wrapped up in so many beautiful sessions that I’m completely in love with this year.

Here’s one of my favorites: this sweet family in front of the cutest little train. We happened to stumble onto a toddler’s birthday party while we were shooting (long story — but when a toddler LOVES trains, you make it work!), and the family there was so incredibly kind to let us snag some quick photos. A huge thank you to them for being so gracious! ❤️

Fall has been magic, and I can’t wait to share more. 🍂✨

🍎 Sometimes the sweetest photos happen in between the poses — a quick snack break, a quiet giggle, a little sparkle in y...
10/26/2025

🍎 Sometimes the sweetest photos happen in between the poses — a quick snack break, a quiet giggle, a little sparkle in your child’s eyes (aren't her blue eyes beautiful?😍).

I love capturing those small, genuine moments that show who kids really are. The tiny pauses and unplanned bits always seem to tell the biggest stories. ✨

🍂 Fall sessions are still available — I have November 22nd, 28th, 29th, and 30th open! As always, if you don’t see a date that works for you, message me anyway — I try to fit in as many sessions as I can before the season slips away. 🍂✨

🍁 I missed my Sunday post… but for a good reason — I was out doing a little leaf peeping! 😍Fall colors are everywhere ri...
10/20/2025

🍁 I missed my Sunday post… but for a good reason — I was out doing a little leaf peeping! 😍

Fall colors are everywhere right now, and they’re absolutely stunning. 🍂 If you’ve been waiting for that perfect golden backdrop for your photos, this is the moment!

📸 Now’s the perfect time to schedule your fall session — the leaves are showing off, and they won’t last long.

📅 Remaining Dates:

November: 8, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30

If you don’t see a date that works for you, message me anyway — I try to fit in as many sessions as I can, especially when the light (and leaves) are this good. 🍂✨

🏈🍂 Nothing says fall quite like football season and family time!I loved this session — from the team spirit to the laugh...
10/12/2025

🏈🍂 Nothing says fall quite like football season and family time!

I loved this session — from the team spirit to the laughter and all the cozy fall energy. Whether it’s jerseys, scarves, or flannels, I’m all about sessions that reflect you and what this season means to your family.

📅 Remaining Fall Dates:

November: 8, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30

Message me to book your fall session — and bring along whatever makes it yours. ❤️

The leaves are officially showing off their colors now, and it’s the perfect time to grab a session before the season slips away!

If you don’t see a date that works for you, send me a message anyway — I try to be flexible when I can and might still be able to fit you in! 🍁

🐾🎃 Spooky season is here — and yes, your pets are always welcome to join the fun!Whether they’re in costume or just show...
10/05/2025

🐾🎃 Spooky season is here — and yes, your pets are always welcome to join the fun!

Whether they’re in costume or just showing off their natural charm, I love when families bring their furry friends along for sessions. Pets are such an important part of the family, and they add so much personality (and laughter!) to your photos.

So go ahead — bring the pup, the cat, or even the pumpkin-loving guinea pig. Let’s make some memories with everyone in the family this fall. 🍁

📅 Remaining Fall Dates:

October: 19, 25, 26

November: 8, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30

Message me to grab a spot — and tell me which four-legged friend will be joining! 🐶🧡

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