Melissa Shepherd Photography

Melissa Shepherd Photography "People forget years and remember moments." I specialize in outdoor family, and children photography. I offer several themed mini sessions throughout the year.

Customizable Sessions are also available anytime; such as Pregnancy Announcements, Maternity, Senior Portraits, Couples, Engagements, 48 Hour Sessions, and also Model Shoots. I have always loved the art of photography. I love going out and meeting new families, I get to capture the moment in which you can look at each year and cherish. I also enjoy watching families grow from year to year. I wou

ld love to help you create moments that you can hang on the wall and watch them become memories that will last a lifetime.

🎓✨ Kindergarten Graduation Sessions ✨🎓I absolutely had the BEST time capturing my kindergarten graduates this year! 💙Kin...
06/05/2026

🎓✨ Kindergarten Graduation Sessions ✨🎓

I absolutely had the BEST time capturing my kindergarten graduates this year! 💙

Kindergarten graduation is such a special milestone—one that deserves to be celebrated and remembered. It marks the end of a chapter filled with learning letters, making new friends, growing confidence, and taking those first big steps in their educational journey.

These little graduates may be small, but they have accomplished something BIG! 🎉

As a photographer, there is something so special about freezing these moments in time. One day, these tiny caps, missing teeth, and excited smiles will be cherished memories. Before you know it, they’ll be walking into middle school, high school, and beyond.

Congratulations to all of my sweet kindergarten graduates! Thank you to the families who trusted me to capture this exciting season of life. ❤️

Drop a 🎓 in the comments if you have a kindergarten graduate this year!

🚨✨ IT'S TIME FOR THE FIRST EVER BATTLE OF THE TRAVELING DRESSES! ✨🚨I've officially decided that Thursdays are now dedica...
06/04/2026

🚨✨ IT'S TIME FOR THE FIRST EVER BATTLE OF THE TRAVELING DRESSES! ✨🚨

I've officially decided that Thursdays are now dedicated to one thing...

👑 BATTLE OF THE TRAVELING DRESSES! 👑

Each Thursday, I'll showcase TWO gorgeous Traveling Dresses in the same size, and YOU get to decide which one advances to the next round! 🏆

Not only is this a fun competition, but it's also a great way to see some of the incredible Traveling Dresses I can bring in for future sessions! 💃✨

🌟 ROUND 1 🌟

🦢 The Swan Lake
VS.
💜 The Orchid Purple

Both dresses are a Size 10 and comfortably fit most girls ranging from sizes 8-12 thanks to their flexible fit!

Now it's YOUR turn!

👇 COMMENT BELOW 👇
🦢 for Swan Lake
OR
💜 for Orchid Purple

Tag your friends, rally your teams, and let's see which dress has the biggest fan club! 📣

The dress with the most votes will move on to the next round, while the other will be eliminated! 😱

Ready...
Set...
VOTE! 🎉🎉🎉

May the best Traveling Dress win! 👑✨

✨ The Magic of Traveling Dress Sessions ✨One of the most unique and exciting experiences I offer is my Traveling Dress S...
06/04/2026

✨ The Magic of Traveling Dress Sessions ✨

One of the most unique and exciting experiences I offer is my Traveling Dress Sessions! 💜

Have you ever wondered how these gorgeous gowns work? I either rent or purchase these stunning dresses; they arrive on Friday, and I ship them back on Monday. Because of that, many of these dresses are rare, limited edition, or even one-of-a-kind! Once they’re gone, there’s a chance they may never be available again.

What started as a special experience for little girls has grown into something for everyone! That’s right, ladies—many of these dresses are available in a wide range of sizes, including XXL and beyond. Most gowns are designed with stretchy waists, corset backs, and adjustable features, making them incredibly versatile and flattering on so many body types.

These sessions are perfect for:
✨ Birthdays
✨ Milestone celebrations
✨ Anniversaries
✨ Mother & Daughter portraits
✨ Sweet 16 sessions
✨ “Just because” sessions
✨ Or simply celebrating YOU!

Traveling Dress Sessions have become one of my absolute favorite things to offer. There’s something magical about watching someone slip into one of these gowns and instantly light up. The confidence, the smiles, and the joy are truly unforgettable. And the best part? You’ll have beautiful images to display on your walls and cherish for years to come. 💕

You don’t need a special reason to celebrate yourself—you are reason enough.

If you’ve been dreaming about a Traveling Dress Session, I’d love to help you find the perfect gown and create something magical together. 💖

Message me and let’s start planning your dream session! I got you! ✨👑💕

❤️🤍💙Celebrate America's Semiquincentennial with our Red, White & Blue Sessions! ❤️🤍💙❤️🤍💙This year marks a massive milest...
06/03/2026

❤️🤍💙Celebrate America's Semiquincentennial with our Red, White & Blue Sessions! ❤️🤍💙

❤️🤍💙This year marks a massive milestone-250 years of our country! There is no better time to celebrate our nation's history and capture beautiful memories of your family. Reserve your spot today!! This is perfect for Siblings, Families, and kids of all ages! ❤️🤍💙

❤️June 12th
🤍June 13th
💙 June 14th

📸📝 Book Here: https://book.usesession.com/s/uK_iAnsGUn

✨Traveling Dress ✨Every time a new dress arrives, I get just as excited as the girls who wear them! 💙 This stunning roya...
06/02/2026

✨Traveling Dress ✨

Every time a new dress arrives, I get just as excited as the girls who wear them! 💙 This stunning royal blue gown is pure magic- sparkling details, elegant movement, and the kind of dress that makes you feel like royalty the moment you put it on.

The best part isn't just the dress... It's watching confidence shine, smiles grow, and memories be created that will last a lifetime. These sessions are about so much more than photos- they're about making girls feel beautiful, special, and celebrated. ✨

And the excitement doesn't stop here... I can hardly wait for our next traveling dress to arrive! 🤩 Each new gown brings a new opportunity to create something unique and unforgettable.

📸Message me if you'd like to be one of the first to wear one of the traveling dresses and create your own magical experience! 💙

🎓✨ This season is even sweeter with your best friend by your side!✨🎓8th Grade Graduation marks the end of one chapter an...
06/01/2026

🎓✨ This season is even sweeter with your best friend by your side!✨🎓

8th Grade Graduation marks the end of one chapter and the exciting beginning of another. As these girls prepare to head into high school, there's so much to look forward to - new experiences, new opportunities, and plenty of unforgettable memories.

But one thing makes the journey even better: having your best friend along for the ride. 💛

These moments go by so fast, and before you know it, you'll be looking back on the laughter, the inside jokes, and the friendships that helped shake these years. That's why bestie photoshoots are some of my favorites - they capture not just a milestone, but a friendship that deserves to be celebrated.

📸 This is your sign to grab your bestie, put on those caps and gowns, and SLAY a photoshoot together! Create memories you'll treasure long after the tassels have turned and the school halls have changed.

Because the next adventure is always better when your best friend is right beside you. 💛🖤🤍

✨Senior Collective Applications are Now Open✨Senior year is such a HUGE milestone- and before you know it, this season o...
05/31/2026

✨Senior Collective Applications are Now Open✨

Senior year is such a HUGE milestone- and before you know it, this season of life will be over in the blink of an eye. 🩷

Between school events, sports, dances, college plans, senior nights, graduation, and all the little moments in between...this year goes FAST.

That's exactly why my Senior Collective Program was created. 📸✨

This experience is designed to help capture your senior year through FOUR personalized sessions throughout the year, documenting every chapter and milestone along the way. From summer sunsets to cap & gown memories, we create images that truly tell YOUR story.

The best part? I help take away the stress. 🩷

I send reminders, help with planning, guide you through the process, and work alongside you to create a fun, easy, and stress-free experience from beginning to end.

My goal is for seniors and parents to simply enjoy the moments while I preserve them forever. ✨

Applications are now being accepted for my Senior Collective Program, and I would LOVE to celebrate this incredible season with you! 💕

Message me today for more information or to apply!

🚨Attention dancers!🚨Competition season will be here before you know it!Now is the perfect time to update your headshots ...
05/31/2026

🚨Attention dancers!🚨

Competition season will be here before you know it!

Now is the perfect time to update your headshots and capture beautiful dance poses before the season begins. These quick and affordable sessions are designed specifically for dancers, cheerleaders, gymnasts, and aerialists who want professional images for social media, team programs, keepsakes, and more.📸🩰

30 Minute On-Location Session

10 Professionally Edited Digital Images

Only $75

Limited availability!

Message me today to reserve your spot before the season gets busy!

Book Here: https://book.usesession.com/s/3Q_6bxQvBo

🎓📸Don’t let this milestone pass by without capturing it forever!🎓📸Graduation season is here, and it’s not too late to ce...
05/30/2026

🎓📸Don’t let this milestone pass by without capturing it forever!🎓📸

Graduation season is here, and it’s not too late to celebrate your graduate with a special photo session!🎉

Whether they’re moving up from elementary school, middle school, high school, or college, these moments deserve to be remembered.🎓📸

Time has a way of flying by, and before you know it, they’ll be on to their next big adventure.🎓📸

Graduation Mini Session

30-minute on-location session

Use of cap and gown included

10 digital images

$150

I still have availability this week, but spots are limited!

Don’t miss the chance to preserve these memories before this season is gone. Message me today to book your graduate’s session!

“One day you’ll look back and wonder where the time went. Make sure you have the photos to remember it.”

Book Here: https://book.usesession.com/s/J8XmrJHjAV Or Message Me for more details!

🇺🇸 RED, WHITE & BLUE BEACH SESSIONS 🇺🇸Who’s ready to celebrate?! 🎆✨America is getting ready to celebrate its 250th Birth...
05/29/2026

🇺🇸 RED, WHITE & BLUE BEACH SESSIONS 🇺🇸

Who’s ready to celebrate?! 🎆✨
America is getting ready to celebrate its 250th Birthday of Independence… and how many times in our lives can we say we were part of something this special?! ❤️🤍💙

Come make memories at the beach with our fun and patriotic Red, White & Blue Photo Sessions! Perfect for sisters, best friends, families, or any little one who loves the beach and waving their flags proudly! 🇺🇸🌊

📍 Beach Sessions
📅 June 12th, 13th & 14th
☀️ Morning & Evening Time Slots Available

These sessions are all about celebrating freedom, summer, family, and the joy of being together while capturing timeless memories you’ll treasure for years to come. ❤️

✨ Limited spots available!
📸 Book here: https://book.usesession.com/s/uK_iAnsGUn
📩 Or message me if you’d like to request another date!

Let’s celebrate America’s 250th in the most memorable way possible.

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