"Our experience with Moments by Melissa Miller was incredible. She knew exactly what we wanted, and made us feel so comfortable. From the engagement shoot to the big day, Melissa really made the experience stress free, and told me every step of the way not to worry about anything. She had it under control!"
Ngaire Kemp
August 9, 2017
"Our family has worked with Melissa a few times now and I cannot say enough how wonderful our experiences have been with her. She is an absolute professional and her work is amazing! There are so many reasons I would recommend working with Melissa - she is so well organized and efficient and makes photo shoots easy and painless."
Elaine Cowan
August 9, 2017
"Melissa has been wonderful to work with! She did both our wedding and newborn photos and was always so easy going, patient and accommodating. Melissa provides a relaxing environment and makes you feel comfortable. She has a beautiful studio with anything you would need while she handles your newborn with care!"
Marika Mennaman
August 10, 2017
"Our experience with Melissa was nothing short of AMAZING! From the very first time I met her at the bridal show she gave me nothing short of a wonderful vibe! From her amazing talented work to her awesome personality I would recommend her to everyone who is looking for a great photographer."
Tami Jordan
August 21, 2017
"Our experience with Moments by Melissa Miller has been fantastic. We visited her studio to meet her and see her amazing work and we were sold immediately. During our engagement photo shoot both Nico and I felt very comfortable working with Melissa as she was easy to talk to and made us laugh."
Kayla Marcellini
september 14, 2017
"We thought that Melissa balanced perfectly between having a friendly attitude that helped put everyone at ease, and being focused and professional to make sure that we remained on schedule. Melissa helped us plan our event by asking the right questions and giving us the right amount of information, at the right time."
Liv Kuznetsov
September 17, 2017
"Melissa was amazing. Our venue was tricky for taking pictures because it's small and had multiple weddings going on at the same time. Melissa worked hard to make sure that there was enough time to get all the pictures that we wanted. We are satisfied with everything about her photography service 100%."
Courtney Patterson
September 6, 2017
"Melissa has a warmth and gentle kindness about her that comes through in her photos. She asks thoughtful questions to personalize your sessions which allows her to deliver above expectations every time. Her patience with our children (and the adults too if we're honest) during the sessions helps put everyone at ease."
Tracey Mota
September 19, 2017
"If you have any ounce of awkwardness being in front of the camer, Melissa is your girl. I can't express how appreciative we were of her professional direction and laid-back attitude. She's the perfect combination of fun-friend and expert-professional."
Danielle Martin
September 19, 2017
"Melissa's studio is beautiful and spacious. She thought of everything you might want or need when spending time there for a photo shoot - especially a newborn one. She is extremely professional, and makes her clients feel comfortable and at ease. We can't imagine going to someone else."
Dawn Gateman
october 2, 2017
"Our experience with Melissa has been absolutely fantastic! Throughout the whole process Melissa was the kindest, friendliest, most accommodating gal to work with. If we ever had a question or concern, her responses were super fast - within minutes!. The day of the wedding Melissa was an absolute pleasure to work with."
Amanda Locke
october 8, 2017
"My experience working with Melissa has been phenomenal from day 1. She shot our engagement photos as well as the most special day of our lives (our wedding) so it was only fitting that she shoot our new born bundle of joy! Her work is always amazing, she is very professional, and always exceeds our expectations."
Brittani Traver
october 20, 2017
"Working with Melissa was a great experience. She took the time to answer all of my questions and to help design a photoshoot that was personalized just for us. I would recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a friendly, customized session. I appreciate that the details were all taken care of for us - all we had to do was show up!"
Karen Morimoto
october 27, 2017
"Melissa is professional and knows how to get great shots. She made such a relaxed and fun environment we were able to be ourselves and enjoy taking pictures. Melissa has been super helpful especially when we had to reschedule multiple times due to bad weather and she worked with our busy schedules."
Shealyn Jones
october 26, 2017
"We would recommend Melissa to our friends for the simple fact that her professionalism, ability to build rapport with her clients and overall love of photography and making sure you get the pictures you want, no matter what is all you could ask for in a photographer."
Lexy MacDonald
november 9, 2017
"Working with Melissa on now 3 sessions has been an absolute dream. She is so professional but SO fun to work with, and her images are always incredible. She is so patient and kind with my little man! From the tiny details to the amazing studio space, there is nothing bad to be said about Melissa!"
Chelsey Gike
december 5, 2017
"Our experience with Melissa Miller was amazing from start to finish. She was so kind and really made our day perfect! During the planning process we often had questions about locations, timing, etc. and she was always willing to help and provide insight. Throughout the day she really made everyone feel so comfortable."
Michelle Bailey
january 2, 2018
"I have worked with Melissa for both a bridal and newborn session and she has always exceeded my expectations. I was a little nervous handing over my 1 week old baby to have her pictures taken but after seeing Melissa's setup and the level of care she provided both myself and my baby, my mind was immediately at ease."
Andrea Falcone
APRIL 11, 2018
hi, i'm melissa
Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario!
I shot my first wedding in spring of 2009 and haven't looked back. I have since expanded into custom newborn portraiture as well as families and children. For the past 6 years I've been working for myself full-time, and loving every minute of it! My boss works me hard, but she's pretty cool, so it's ok.
more about me ...
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weddings shot
11
years married
1
children made
years in business
8
years married
children made
weddings shot
11
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things
i love
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Meet the fam!
my husband craig, our daughter aylah and our family pooch mosby
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facts
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loves
Meet the fam!
my family is my whole world!
my husband craig,
our daughter aylah
and our family pooch mosby
about me
galleries
PRICING AND DETAILS
the
what kind of
information
are you looking for?
Photographers
-one-on-one mentoring
-templates & actions
-newborn prop shop
-joB postings
Newborn
-session pricing & packages
-tour the studio
-see me in action
-detailed parent prep guide
Family
-packages & pricing
-family prep guide
-event photography
-candid lifestyle sessions
Milestones
-sitter session (6-9mos)
-one year milestone (12mos)
-custom cake smash & bath
-"grow with me" plan
Mini Sessions
-seasonal holiday minis
-spring/fall family minis
-stylized mini events
-full year mini packages
what kind of
information
are you looking for?
Wedding
Wedding
packages & pricing
lifestyle sessions
packages & pricing
see me in action
newborn
packages & pricing
tour the studio
family
milestones
sitter sessions (6-9mos)
one year & cake smash
mini sessions
holiday minis
spring/fall family minis
photographers
shop
mentoring
-packages & pricing
-in-person consultation
-see me in action
-detailed wedding prep guide
watch me
in action
Wedding Packages
all packages include:
two photographers
USB of hi-res edited files
ordering session at the studio
wedding bloopers and out-takes
one hour engagement session
online galleries with download
reception table promo cards
six hours
eight hours
ten hours
twelve hours
$2900
$3200
$3600
$3900
1/3 deposit required to secure date, and taxes extra
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events &
lifestyle
sessions
Family Packages
immediate family
45 minute session on location
immediate family only, dogs welcomed
a mix of posed and candid images
online gallery to make your selections
20 hi-res files via digital download
$250
immediate family mini
20 minute session on-location
immediate family only, dogs welcomed
a mix of posed and candid images
online gallery to make your selections
10 hi-res files via digital download
$175
extended family
30 minute session on-location
extended family, dogs welcomed
unlimited posed groups, no candids
online gallery to make selections
15 hi-res files via digital download
$200
full session fee required to secure booking, and taxes extra
$250
immediate family mini
20 minute session on location
immediate family only, dogs welcomed
a mix of posed and candid images
online gallery to make your selections
10 hi-res files via digital download
$175
extended family
30 minute session on location
extended family
dogs welcomed
unlimited posed groups
no candids
online gallery to make your selections
15 hi-res files via digital download
$200
more >
family
prep guide
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family
sessions
Lifestyle Packages
events
60 minute coverage of an event
birthday parties, family reunions, etc.
photojournalistic candids, not posed
online gallery to make your selections
30 hi-res files via digital download
$250
lifestye family
45 minute session at home or on-location
immediate family only, dogs welcomed
mostly candid, doing a family activity
online gallery to make your selections
20 hi-res files via digital download
$250
Lifestyle Packages
events
60 minute session on location
birthday parties, family renunions, etc.
photojournalistic candids
minimal posed groupings
online gallery to make your selections
30 hi-res files via digital download
$250
lifestyle family
45 minute session at home or on location
immediate family only dogs welcomed
mostly candid, doing a family activity
online gallery to make your selections
20 hi-res files via digital download
$250
lifestyle newborn
45 minute session at home
immediate family, dogs welcomed
natural posing, mostly candid, nursery details
online gallery to make selections
20 hi-res files via digital download
$250
full session fee required to secure booking, and taxes extra
lifestyle newborn
45 minute session at home
immediate family, dogs welcomed
natural posing, mostly candid, nursery details
online gallery to make your selections
20 hi-res files via digital download
$250
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lifestyle
sessions
Family
prep guide
every client who books a family session will receive a detailed prep guide to help you get the most out of your custom photography experience.
here are some of the topics that are covered ...
> the booking process
> preparing your children for the session
> preparing a pup for the session
> what to wear: basic rules
> What to wear: choosing a palette
> what to wear: what about patterns?
> what to wear: do's & don'ts
> editing & post processing
> what to expect during the session
> what happens after the session
> prints & products
combo deals
Milestone Packages
sitter milestone
30 minute session in-studio
6-10 mos old, must be sitting unassisted
1-2 outfits plus the use of props
online gallery to make your selections
15 hi-res files via digital download
$200
one year milestone
30 minute session in-studio
12 mos old, give or take a month
1-2 outfits plus the use of props
online gallery to make your selections
15 hi-res files via digital download
$200
cake smash
30 minute session in-studio
all you need to provide is the outfit
custom setup & matching cake included
online gallery to make your selections
15 hi-res files via digital download
$300
full session fee required to secure booking, and taxes extra
Milestone Packages
sitter milestone
30 minute session in studio
6-10 mos old, must be sitting unassisted
1-2 outfits plus the use of props
online gallery to make your selections
15 hi-res files via digital download
$200
one year milestone
30 minute session in studio
12 mos old, give or take a month
1-2 outfits plus the use of props
online gallery to make your selections
15 hi-res files via digital download
$200
cake smash
30 minute session in studio
all you need to provide is the outfit
custom setup & matching cake included
online gallery to make your selections
15 hi-res files via digital download
$300
more >
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milestone
sessions
Promotions
milestone combo deals
one year milestone + cake smash
cake smash + bubble bath
one year milestone + cake smash + bubble bath
$400
$400
$500
"grow with me" plan
NEWBORN
$650
SITTER
3 hour session
parents/siblings included
online gallery for ordering
files NOT included
min. purchase of $349 rqd.
30 minute session
baby must sit unassisted
1-2 outfits plus props
online gallery for ordering
15 hi-res files incl.
ONE YEAR + SMASH
60 minute session
custom setup/cake incl.
1-2 outfits plus props
online gallery for ordering
30 hi-res files incl.
"grow with me" plan includes all 3 full sessions.
must be purchased prior to newborn session to be eligible.
full amount due at booking to receive discount.
Promotions
milestone combo deals
one year milestone
PLUS
cake smash
$400
cake smash
PLUS
bubble bath
$400
one year milestone
PLUS
cake smash
PLUS
bubble bath
$500
"grow with me" plan
"Grow with Me" plan includes
3 full sessions
(newborn, sitter milestone, one year milestone + cake smash)
$650
must be purchased prior to newborn session to be eligible.
full amount due at booking to receive discount.
Newborn Sessions
view the
packages
$200
Parent Preparation Guide and session styling
questionnaire
session fee includes:
2-3 hours of professionally styled newborn portraiture with the use of our large collection of props and accessories
rest and relaxation in the comfortable client lounge, complete with coffee bar, soft drinks, Netflix and wi-fi
a trained assistant to ensure the utmost in safety and comfort for your newborn
retouching and preparation of an online proofing gallery including 30-40 images
digital files and art prints are purchased separately after you view your proof gallery.
packages range from $349-$849 with
a-la-carte add on options.
minimum $349 purchase required with all newborn sessions.
full session fee required to secure booking, and taxes extra
Newborn Sessions
$200 session fee includes:
Parents Preparation Guide and session styling questionnaire
digital files and art prints are purchased separately after you view your proof gallery.
packages range from $349-$849 with a-la-carte add on options.
minimum $349 purchase required with all newborn sessions.
full session fee rqd to secure booking
taxes extra
2-3 hours of professionally styled newborn portraiture with the use of our large collection of props and accessories
rest and relaxation in the comfortable client lounge, complete with coffee bar, soft drinks, Netflix and wi-fi
a trained assistant to ensure the utmost in safety and comfort for your newborn
retouching and preparation of an online proofing gallery including 30-40 images
more >
Newborn Packages
tour the
studio
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session fee
standard
15 hi-res digital files
$300 print credit
$599
all inclusive
ALL hi-res digital files
$500 print credit
$849
basic
5 hi-res digital files
$150 print credit
$349
print credits can be put towards additional files, prints, wall art, albums, birth announcements,
image boxes, etc.
a-la-carte add ons
Desk prints starting at $15
Wall art starting at $60
Hi-res files each $50
Keepsake albums starting at $500
for a full price list please contact the studio, taxes extra
Newborn Packages
ALL INCLUSIVE
all hi-res digital files
$500 print credit
$849
STANDARD
15 hi-res digital files
$300 print credit
$599
BASIC
5 hi-res digital files
$150 print credit
$349
a-la-carte add ons
Desk prints starting at $15
Wall art starting at $60
Hi-res files each $50
Keepsake albums starting at $500
for a full price list please contact the studio, taxes extra
print credits can be put towards additional files, prints, wall art, albums, birth announcements, image boxes, etc.
more >
back to
video
Newborn
prep guide
every client who books a newborn session will receive a detailed prep guide to help you get the most out of your custom photography experience.
here are some of the topics that are covered ...
> the booking process
> preparing baby for the session
> preparing yourselves for the session
> preparing siblings for the session
> What you should bring
> what to expect during the session
> what happens after the session
Mini Sessions
2018
full year
package
Milestone Minis
Mommy & Me Minis
Spring FAMILY Minis
Graffiti Minis
Lemonade Stand Minis
Sunset Beach Minis
Woodland Forrest Minis
Outdoor Christmas Minis
Indoor Christmas Minis
april 23rd to 27th
may 26th & 27th
june 16th & 17th
july 21st and 22nd
august 4th & 5th
august 20th to 24th
november 10th & 11th
november 17th & 18th
november 24th & 25th
All details and pricing will be announced on my FB page a few weeks prior to the scheduled sessions.
Clients on my mailing list will always be notified ahead of the FB crowd, so if you want priority notice you can subscribe to updates here:
sign me up!
sign me up!
Mini Sessions
2018
All details and pricing will be announced on my FB page a few weeks prior to the scheduled sessions.
Clients on my mailing list will always be notified ahead of the FB crowd, so if you want priority notice you can subscribe to updates here:
Milestone Minis
Mommy & Me Minis
Spring FAMILY Minis
Graffiti Minis
Lemonade Stand Minis
Sunset Beach Minis
Woodland Forest Minis
Outdoor Christmas Minis
Indoor Christmas Minis
apr 23-27
may 26&27
june 16&17
july 21&22
aug 4&5
aug 20-24
nov 10&11
nov 17&18
nov 24&25
Full Year Package
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mini
sessions
$800
If you're interested in most/all of the mini sessions
over the course of the year you can book them ALL at a reduced
rate. Promotion is only valid per calendar year so you'll want to
get on board as early in the year as possible. If there is one
particular session that you don't want or aren't available for
then you are welcome to gift your spot to a friend.
want it all?
full fee is due to take advantage of this promotion, and it's non-refundable
taxes extra
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