Sweet coos and first steps captured for the baby book.
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I help busy moms preserve all the memories as your family grows and display them with heirloom albums
and custom framed prints.
an effortless experience for
the sentimental mother
Charlotte
cAKE sMASH & mILESTONE
Photographer
The Milestone Experience
Melissa Mayrie Photography is a full service Cake Smash & Milestone Photographer providing clients with a seamless experience in Charlotte, North Carolina
I know, I know... so cliché, right? But if you've gone through it once, you know exactly what that means. One minute you're fumbling through those newborn nights, trying to figure out feeding schedules and wake windows and then, in a blink of an eye, they're the big kid saying 'mama, I help too!' as you both tend to the new baby lying in the bassinet. And if you're new to motherhood, welcome. I'm so excited for you and your family to experience the best chapter in your lives.
The days are long, you will always be tired, but through it all, you are doing the most important job in the world - being their mom. I'm sure you will have thousands of cherished photos on your phone capturing all the day-to-day activities and sentimental milestones. Here's a nudge to go ahead and pay for that icloud upgrade, it's worth it.
And now it's your turn. A chance to get in front of the camera with your children. An opportunity to let me take away the stress of planning outfits and getting your hair and makeup ready amidst the chaos. A reward to see your family legacy displayed in your home as you carry a sleeping baby up the stairs each night or turn the album pages as you tell stories that begin with the words "Remember when..."
What they say is true -
babies don't keep.
Babies change so much over that first year and you'll be left wondering how it all happened.
Let's document each milestone so you can keep track.
the Milestone Experience
{Heidi H.}
"Her work is beyond beautiful and her communication and planning leading up to our session was impeccable. She was so kind and bubbly during our session, I love that she guided us into poses that were comfortable and then let us giggle and interact so the photos were authentically “us”. I’m forever thankful for these moments now frozen in time thanks to Melissa!"
Forever Thankful
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{Angela}
"Melissa is the absolute best! She is sweet and patient, walking us through everything, making us laugh the entire time! And our pictures were amazing. She was truly able to capture everyone’s personalities, and they feel so natural. We’ve had so much fun every time we’ve had a session with Melissa. So thankful for her capturing these phases of lives so beautifully!
Sweet & Patient
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{Emilyne}
"From start to finish, the experience was absolutely wonderful and the resulting photographs are simply stunning. Overall, I cannot recommend this photographer enough. Her talent and dedication to her craft truly shines through in every image. If you are looking for a photographer to capture the special moments between you and your little one, look no further than this wonderful artist!"
Look No Further
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{Krystal}
"Melissa is amazing to work with! She has easily + quickly become our family photographer and I am so thankful I found her! My daughter just turned one and Melissa captured Santa photos, family photos and her one year old/cake smash photos for us and I am always blown away!"
Always Blown Away!
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{Heidi W.}
"Melissa was fantastic. We had newborn and family photos taken in a beautiful natural light studio. Melissa is great to work with and her work is 12/10! She managed a fussy baby and a toddler who was … “toddlering” to say the least, haha - and our pictures came out amazing!! We can’t wait to work with her again for more family pictures! Can’t recommend enough - communication, professionalism, and her work"
fantastic
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{The Despines Family}
"Melissa creates magic. She has captured the most special moments of my family’s life. I would never hesitate to recommend her to anyone who wants a true professional to create a customized photography experience. Melissa is fast to respond, patient and goes the extra yard to ensure you have the best experience. Not to mention she was beyond kind to our little ones during the entire shoot. They loved her! We can't wait for our next shoot with her."
A True PRofessional
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{PinchuK Family}
"It was such an amazing morning spent with my family and we left reflecting on how FUN it was! The previews were breathtaking. Thank you Melissa for capturing such important moments for my family. I definitely recommend Melissa Mayrie Photography- you will not regret it! I am so happy to have a consistent photographer for my family to continue to grow with!"
breathtaking
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{Nicole}
"Melissa is absolutely amazing. She helps make the entire process so seamless from recommendations on how to prepare for the session, to being comfortable in front of the camera, and above all gets my stoic little one to actually smile. There is always something magical about the images she creates."
Something Magical
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Let's get your photos off from your hard drive and in to your home.
artwork
Heirloom Albums
Framed Prints & Gallery Walls
Portfolio Box
Portfolio Boxes - HEIRLOOM ALBUMS - Framed Prints - Gallery Walls
A done-for-you service, from start to finish.
Allow me to bring your images to life for display around your home.
The best of both worlds, your session fee gives you all the digitals while also providing an a la carte structure for heirloom quality artwork so you can invest in the items that are most important to you.
Wardrobe selections curated to photograph beautifully.
Client Closet
For Mom - For Baby - For Siblings
Over 250 selections for all body types from XS - 3XL & Newborn - Size 5T.
When you book your session with me, there's no need to worry about what to wear. My wardrobe pieces have been selected to provide that soft, feminine aesthetic that is reflected in my portfolio.
GALLERY Delivery
Session day
Wardrobe & Session Planning
Ready for your stress-free, pampered photography experience? Submit your inquiry to get things started. I'll walk you through the MMP Experience and you'll choose the collection that suits your needs best. I'll also introduce you to your artwork options so you can start dreaming up how your images will be displayed in your home.
Consultation & Booking
Let me take care of all the planning. I'll use your preferences to curate wardrobe selections for the whole family. No need to spend hours online shopping for the perfect dress. Mamas and children get to enjoy borrowing dresses and outfits directly from my client closet. I'll also provide location options so that you don't have to worry about a thing.
I'll bring your wardrobe selections and make sure everyone is feeling their absolute best. From there, we will spend our time together having fun and forgetting that there's even a camera in the room. Don't worry, I'll be sure to capture those portraits with everyone looking, but mostly I will be providing prompts and gentle posing guidance that will elicit sweet and joyful interactions between your whole family.
After your session, I'll begin hand editing your images with my signature soft and bright aesthetic. I love sending my clients a preview early on in this process because I know you're so excited to see how they turned out! Your full gallery will be ready approximately 2-3 weeks after your session. You will receive a full digital gallery of your images to use as you please. My clients love to share them with their friends and family the most.
A full-service experience
designed to make your life easier.
the Process
Hair & Makeup
Get excited, it's session day! Grab your morning cup of coffee (or tea, if you're like me) and relax. Take a few moments to yourself to do your hair and makeup while dad watches the kids... or better yet, have one of my favorite HMU artists come do it for you! Just bring the kids to the session with a clean face and we'll slip them into their outfits onsite.
Artwork Selections
The final piece of the puzzle is getting your images ready to display in your home. We all know this can be an overwhelming task which is why I will take care of it for you. I'll design your heirloom album, show you what your gallery wall will look like in the living room, and put together your 4x6 prints into a proof box for display on the coffee table. I'll even design custom birth announcements after your newborn session so you can quickly get those sent out to your loved ones.
Available only as an add-on to a baby or family milestone session.
$150
investment
- A simple vanilla cake with buttercream frosting is provided
- Choice of the vintage high chair or cake stand set up
- Access to the children's client closet including party hats & crowns
- Choice of simple props such as a single jumbo balloon or party banner
- Includes additional session time and clean up
Your session Add-On Includes
Cake Smash Add-On
$300 due at booking.
The remainder is due prior to your session.
$750
investment
- A single photography session
- Pre-session planning
- Use of the natural light studio or a private outdoor venue
- Wardrobe styling for the whole family
- Access to the client closet for mom & children
- Time and talent photographing & editing your session
- Full digital gallery of 60+ images
- Full service artwork design experience (artwork purchased separately)
- Hair & makeup referral (fee not included)
- $50 artwork credit
Your session Includes
Milestone Session (With Family)
$300 due at booking.
The remainder is due prior to your session.
$550
investment
- A single photography session
- Pre-session planning
- Use of the natural light studio or a private outdoor venue
- Access to the client closet for baby only
- Time and talent photographing & editing your session
- Full digital gallery of 30+ images
- Full service artwork design experience (artwork purchased separately)
- $50 artwork credit
Your session Includes
Milestone Session (BABY ONLY)
When time keeps moving, your photos will last forever.
Investment Details
Don't let those new milestones slip away. These bundled sessions will ensure you get all the important stages reserved on the calendar.
First Year Collection
Want to capture it all?
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Did we just become best friends?
We might be a great fit if you...
Love soft, light-filled images
Recognize how nice it would be for someone to take care of the details for you
Value the importance of displaying your artwork in your home
Melt over those snuggly moments and playful giggles
What time of day will we take our photos?
Do you offer family sessions beyond the infant stage?
What's the best timeframe for a maternity session?
How early should I book my newborn session?
This may seem very early, but it's the safest way to ensure you reserve your session on my calendar, and it also allows you to schedule a pregnancy announcement session! I accept a limited number of newborn sessions each month so that I'm able to provide my clients with a seamless experience and flexible scheduling once baby arrives. With that said, babies arrive on their own schedule so sometimes I have last minute openings available. No matter what stage of pregnancy (or post-partum) you're at, it doesn't hurt to reach out and see if I can fit you in. I'd love to serve you!
In your first trimester
MOTHERHOOD faqs
What time of day will we take our photos?
Do you offer family sessions beyond the infant stage?
What's the best timeframe for a maternity session?
How early should I book my newborn session?
MOTHERHOOD faqs
Most mamas prefer scheduling their maternity session in the 28-34 week range, and I personally think 30-32 weeks is the sweet spot. This is when your bump is showing off and you're still feeling like getting glammed up for your session. Of course each person is different and circumstances like carrying multiples or being high risk for an early delivery may alter your timeframe. Just let me know during your inquiry and we'll be sure to schedule at the perfect time for you!
30-32 weeks is best!
What time of day will we take our photos?
Do you offer family sessions beyond the infant stage?
What's the best timeframe for a maternity session?
How early should I book my newborn session?
MOTHERHOOD faqs
Family sessions are scheduled year round either in studio or at one of my favorite outdoor locations. Whether your children are toddlers, elementary school-aged, or too-cool-for-photos teenagers, I'll be sure to make sure everyone has a fun experience - even when I ask them to hug their siblings! Families can book a portrait session that entails personalized planning, client wardrobe, artwork credit, and my other full-service benefits. I also offer petite sessions twice a year for families who just need a quick portrait update. Be sure to sign up for my newsletter to be notified.
of course!
What time of day will we take our photos?
Do you offer family sessions beyond the infant stage?
What's the best timeframe for a maternity session?
How early should I book my newborn session?
MOTHERHOOD faqs
Ha! But really, we all know there's no catastrophe quite like a toddler who's ready for their nap. Generally, studio sessions and newborn sessions are scheduled for 11am to allow for the best natural light of the day and outdoor sessions are scheduled about 2 hours before sunset to get that soft, pretty evening light. With that said, please let me know if your little ones would benefit from altering that schedule a bit. I'm happy to accommodate if that means setting us up for a more successful time together.
anytime except nap time
certified in
newborn safety
features & certifications
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Don't let those new milestones slip away, these bundles will ensure you get the important dates reserved on your calendar.
Multi-Session Bundles
The Motherhood Collection
- Four photography sessions over an 18 month period
- Pre-session planning
- Access to the natural light studio and private outdoor venues
- Wardrobe styling for the whole family
- Access to the client closet for mom, baby & children
- Time and talent photographing & editing your sessions
- Full digital galleries of 60+ images for each session
- $350 artwork credit
Your Collection Includes
$2500
investment
The remainder is due prior to each session.
Your discount will apply to the fourth session.
The Maternity/Newborn Collection
- Two photography sessions over 3 month month period
- Pre-session planning
- Access to the natural light studio and private outdoor venues
- Wardrobe styling for the whole family
- Access to the client closet for mom, baby & children
- Time and talent photographing & editing your sessions
- Full digital galleries of 60+ images for each session
- $100 artwork credit
Your Collection Includes
$1400
investment
The remainder is due prior to each session.
Your discount will apply to the second session.
