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FAMILY & PET PHOTOGRAPHY

THE ONES WE LOVE, INCLUDING THE FOUR-LEGGED ONES.



Celebrating what makes YOUR FAMILY YOURS.

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Serving Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Red Deer, and Southern Alberta

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FAMILY & PET PHOTOGRAPHY

THE ONES WE LOVE, INCLUDING THE FOUR-LEGGED ONES.



CELEBRATING WHAT MAKES YOUR FAMILY YOURS.

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Serving Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Red Deer, and Southern Alberta

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FAMILY & PET PHOTOGRAPHY

THE ONES WE LOVE, INCLUDING THE FOUR-LEGGED ONES.



CELEBRATING WHAT MAKES YOUR FAMILY YOURS.

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Serving Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Red Deer, and Southern Alberta

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Grey horse photography on textured background

FAMILY & PET PHOTOGRAPHY

THE ONES WE LOVE, INCLUDING THE FOUR-LEGGED ONES.


CELEBRATING WHAT MAKES YOUR FAMILY YOURS.

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Serving Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Red Deer, and Southern Alberta

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About

Hi! I'm Melanie

I'm Melanie, an Alberta-based photographer specialising in families, pets, and the connections between them.


Because I believe your dog isn't "just a dog." Your horse isn't "just a horse." They're the ones who greet you at the door, stand beside your children as they grow, and become part of the stories your family tells for years to come.


My sessions are relaxed, meaningful, and centred around the relationships that matter most — whether that's a child and their best friend, a family and their dog, a horse and their rider, or simply the people you love most.


My goal is to create photographs that don't just show what your family looked like, but remind you how it felt to be together.

BECAUSE THEY'RE PART OF THE FAMILY

THEIR PLACE IN YOUR FAMILY DESERVES TO BE REMEMBERED.

From the dog who grew up alongside your children to the horse who has carried you through countless chapters of your life, some relationships deserve more than a snapshot on your phone.

Your session is about capturing those connections — the personalities, the little interactions, and the love that makes your family yours.

Featured photoshoots

Family
Equine + rider
Family + dog

What to expect

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01 Consultation

 

 

We'll chat about who you're bringing, what matters most to you, and the moments you want captured.

 

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02 Photoshoot

 

 

I'll guide you through natural interactions while letting your family's personality take centre stage.

 

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03 GALLERY

 

 

Choose the photographs that make you stop, smile, laugh — or maybe get a little emotional.

 

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04 Delivery

 

Your favourite images become beautiful photographs and artwork you'll treasure for years to come.

I've got your back...

 

Nervous about your session?

 

Before your session, you'll receive a detailed guide covering everything you need to know — from what to wear and what to bring, to what to expect during your session.


And when it's time to step in front of the camera, I'll guide you every step of the way.

 

"Melanie is so ridiculously talented and an absolute joy to work with! I have several of her photos on display in my home and can’t wait to add more."

 

Kailey Parkin

 

"Melanie is very methodical and passionate with her photos! I love all my photos I’ve gotten done for my business and personal life! Highly recommend!"

 

Kelsey McNabb