Hi Friends

HI, FRIENDS!

FIRST OF ALL, it literally means SO much that you’re on this website & considering me for your photography. That first step is HUGE & I know all about how overwhelming the planning process can be. So, welcome! You’re making moves & I’m honored to play even the smallest part in it!

My name is Melanie- HAAY! I’m the brains & braun behind this operation. I live in Annapolis Maryland with my two dogs, Olive the Dachshund & Willow the beagle. They’re crazy & wildly different from each other & I absolutely adore them.

I’ve been photographing weddings professionally for nearly 10 years & have been taking pictures since I was 5 years old! I got my very first camera (a pink Barbie polaroid) for my 5th birthday & have been obsessed ever since. I’ve photographed hundreds of weddings throughout the east coast & I’m forever grateful I get to do something that I love as my full time job.

I’m super into personality tests, reading a silly fantasy or romance novel, or drinking cocktails & hanging with my friends. I laugh a lot & will always be up for a good pun joke.

>> IF YOU'RE SOMEONE WHO is engaged & feels like they could jive with me (I promise we’re super easy to get along with!), come hang with me! My favorite weddings are the ones that are a little laid back & intimate with sentimental moments. I love all things boho-vintage-unique & want your wedding to completely & totally you. I think being a little out of this world & different is the best, & I like it when things aren’t always traditional. I’m all about playing by the rules of your own game & not following the rules of the standard wedding industry. If eloping in a Vegas hotel & then taking portraits in the desert is your thing, I’m totally down. If you want a wedding in the woods & want to take your shoes off, I’m there. Whatever your style may-be, I’m open to it. You in?

I’m all about playing by the rules of your own game & not following the rules of the standard wedding industry

The little in-between moments? Those are the ones worth remembering. I don't want you to forget those because they're vital for living. The look you give your partner as you walk back up the aisle right after you both said "I do", or maybe its simply sharing your love for pizza as you sit across each-other at that favorite local spot you go to too often (or not nearly enough)- those magically ordinary things are what make life extraordinary & you deserve to have them to share with each-other & with future generations. Always.