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Hi!

I’m Melissa!

I’m a natural-light luxury lifestyle and branding photographer based in Orlando, Florida.

My photography journey started with my family. I wanted to capture memories we’d be able to look back on, forever. Now, my passion is documenting life for amazing people like you, and helping you tell your story!

My favorite shots are candids — I love being a fly on the wall and capturing the magic moments behind the scenes.

My photography style is real life, true to color and vibrant.

Starbucks, Target and HomeGoods bring me and my daughters joy. My greatest achievement is being their Mom.

Welcome to my little corner of the Internet. I can’t wait to work with you!

AND SERVE MY CLIENTS IN THE U.S. AND BEYOND.

I’M BASED IN

Orlando, Florida

Branding and Lifestyle imagery are what I do best, and what can make the biggest impact to you, your family and your business! From establishing your professional presence and connecting with your ideal client to capturing sweet moments that you'll cherish in years to come, I'm here to bring out the magic in your story.

Melissa with her camera in Orlando - Black Female Photography

WHAT’S A SESSION WITH ME LIKE?

Clients consistently tell me they feel comfortable at a photoshoot with me. And that, my friend, is the key!

Whether it's your very first photoshoot, or you're a seasoned content creator, you will walk into our session well prepared, and you'll walk out of our session feeling at ease, confident and excited!

We'll talk through outfits, locations, poses/positioning, goals for the shoot well in advance, so the day of, all you have to do is show up as you!

FOUR FUN FACTS

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I am a Mom...so I know how valuable your time is, and I am extra patient, and prepared at shoots that involve your littles.

Melissa with her camera in Orlando - Black Female Photography

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I've spent 12+ years in Corporate ... so I get the business part of Branding.

Melissa with her camera in Orlando, Florida

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I’m currently binge watching Bridgerton — Queen Charlotte. Can.Not. turn it off!

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I love chasing the sun in sunset sessions — that golden light is magic!

KIND WORDS

  • We were so very thrilled with Melissa's photography session. It is always difficult when you are doing family photos with 13 young grandchildren, but she did a great job. She was awesome and she captured some great moments of our large family. Highly recommend her!

    -Richard Huntington

  • Melissa is a true gem and professional. Give her a vision for your shoot and she will exceed it with her creativity and style.

    -Comaneci Brooken

  • Melissa has photographed my children more than once and I’m absolutely in love with the photos!! She has an incredible eye for capturing little details which makes her photography extra special. Thank you so much for everything, Melissa

    -M Fletcher

  • Melissa was amazing to work with. I was in desperate need for a photographer at the last minute for a big project and she was there on time and super professional. I loved working with her and I can’t wait to book her again. Thanks Melissa! Keep providing beautiful images and professional services.

    -Tiffany D. Brown

  • Melissa is an incredibly talented photographer and I was blown away by her work. Her ability to make us feel comfortable and have our personalities and family dynamic come through in the pictures was so special. The pictures were a true gift. Can't wait to have another reason to use her! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

    -Jisely Tejada

  • Melissa Ortiz was recommended to us by another photographer and we couldn’t have been happier. Melissa is a lovely person and she took outstanding pictures of everyone in our family. She took all the pictures we requested as well as many more. Everyone in our family looked wonderful in the pictures. Since an event overlapped with her session with us, she took numerous pictures of our guests, and we are truly appreciative of her work and artistry! I highly recommend her to anyone who wants professionally done photographs!

    -Laurie Kennedy