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So glad you're here!  Hope you can take a few moments to peruse the galleries and get a feel for my work and the connection I make with my clients.  You can also find information on pricing and what to expect from your session. I'm happy to answer any questions you have about a possible session with me...I'd love to hear from you! 

Blog postings below will keep you up to date on what keeps a smile on my face.  

Cheers,

Melissa Brightman

Wednesday, May 07, 2025
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What a year! The Class of 2025 brought their energy, individuality and style to every session.  I couldn't be happier about the portraits we created together.

One of my favorite things about senior sessions is how each one unfolds differently.  Some seniors hit the ground running, others ease into it as we connect.  And every single one brings something beautiful and worth celebrating!

This class showed me bold confidence, quiet strength, personal style and future dreams...all in front of the lens. It's my privilege to capture it.

Here's a look at some amazing seniors who made this year unforgettable.

 
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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Seniors remain a favorite of mine to photograph!  I love the one on one exchange during the session.  And I'm always amazed at what they deliver.  Some arrive oozing confidence and savvy, others find their groove as we get to know each other.  Either way, results are awesome!  Everyone has 'stuff' that shines and deserves to be celebrated.  It's my (fortunate) job to document it.

 
Thursday, January 31, 2019
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I had the fantastic opportunity to photograph Stephanie.

Stephanie is a Champion.  A Bright Light. An Inspiration.

She was born with sickle cell anemia.  Years of compromised health and ongoing treatments were the norm and the damage resulted in a stroke.  A blessing in disguise, the stroke made her a candidate for a bone marrow transplant.  The transplant result has been trans-formative.  The road to good health has been a long one.  And she's made it. 

BMT InfoNet is a non profit organization that provides information and support to blood stem cell transplant patients and their loved ones.  Each year, they recognize 13 survivors  who represent so many other survivors on a Celebrating Life Calendar.  Beautiful Stephanie will be celebrated in 2020.  How will they decide on just one picture?  I think all of these are winners. I feel fortunate to have been asked by this wonderful organization to help document so many victories.

The world is a better place because of Stephanie, her family, all the loved ones and medical professionals who were critical during this difficult journey.