EXPERIENCE & investment

WEDDINGS, COUPLES, & ELOPEMENTS

To the ones who value PRESENCE over PERFORMANCE on their wedding day

My name is Melissa and I’m here to take you from being lost in wedding decisions overwhelm, to being fully present so you can celebrate what this part of your life is REALLY about: you and your love. 

My heart behind wedding photography is to ENSURE every single detail you've worked tirelessly for, all those in-between moments you might not otherwise remember, is documented in an intimate, timeless way so you can remember it vividly for the rest of your days.

ELOPEMENTS

STARTING AT $2,500

Your wedding day should feel like you. Whether that’s a quiet courthouse ceremony, vows on top of a mountain, or a celebration with the people you love most, my role is to document it honestly so the images truly reflect the meaning of your day.

WEDDINGS

Average Wedding iNvestment $5,000

Years of photographing weddings have taught me how to read a room and anticipate meaningful moments. That awareness helps me create images that feel honest, romantic, and timeless.

COUPLES

STARTING AT $600

A relaxed session (preferably at golden hour) that’s filled with laughter, romance, and guaranteed moments of joy captured between you and your best friend.
60-75 gorgeous photos for y’all to enjoy for years to come.
Casual. Carefree. Think: fun date night

Kind Words 

MELISSA is AMAZING! She made sure everything was in order and ready to go for the day of to make sure our day was stress free! She is so sweet and such a pleasure to work with! I couldn't have asked for a better photographer!

- Brooke and Lukas

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN MY PACKAGES?

Here’s a quick look at what’s included with my packages. Each one offers different options and extras, so if you’d like all the details, just reach out and I’ll send you my full Pricing & Information Guide!

Average investment for weddings - $5,000

ESSENTIALS

wedding day coverage

I offer anywhere from 8-10 hours of wedding day coverage in my wedding packages!

High Resolution and Web Size Images

Depending on what package you choose, you will AT LEAST receive 650 High resolution photos with all rights to download and print. (But I'm gonna be honest, I almost always deliver more!)

1 Year Of Free Cloud Storage For Your Entire Wedding Gallery

That's right! All of your photos kept safe and sound for 1 year, giving you a significant amount of time to make sure that you have all of your lovely photos backed up on your own hard drive!

Free PDF Wedding Planning Guide

I give you access to my intentionally crafted Wedding Guide that will help walk you through the entire process of planning your wedding!

48 Hour Preview

In just 48 hours, you will receive a beautiful, comprehensive look at your wedding day to enjoy on your honeymoon while you're finally getting a chance to slow down together :)

Full Photographer Access

From the moment you book me to the day you say "I do" and beyond, I am here for YOU. Please ask alllll of the questions when it comes to planning the wedding you've been dreaming of! This process doesn't have to be stressful. I'm here to help!!

Custom Wedding Day Timeline Creation

With ALL my couples, I love to get on a Zoom call a month before the wedding and create a Custom Timeline for YOUR day. We go over all of the details to ensure that everything you've been planning for is completely understood and planned out perfectly to give you the most amazing, stress-free day!

6 Week Delivery for Entire Wedding Gallery

Just 6 short weeks to have every.single.photo from your most amazing day, delivered to you!

ADD-ONS

Second Professional Photographer

Double the amount of angles + intimate moments and details captured for you to enjoy forever!

Fine Art Photo AlbuM

A beautifully crafted lay-flat photo album intentionally designed to showcase all of the big moments, as well as the little details that help tell the entire story of your special day.

Engagement Photoshoot

I offer an Engagement Photoshoot discount exclusively to my wedding clients. I would love to spend time with both of you before the big day! And this is the perfect way to do that! We can hike to your favorite Mountain View, or keep it simple and frolic in the nearest field. Either way, you'll walk away with the most gorgeous photos capturing this season of Engagement for you guys.

Rehearsal Dinner CoveragE

A wedding is a big deal. And so often many of your loved ones are visiting from far away to celebrate. Adding Rehearsal Dinner Coverage will ensure that the ENTIRE weekend is documented with all of your favorite people 🤍

What real life clients have been saying

Your wedding day deserves to be documented by someone who understands both the meaning of the moment and the art of preserving it.

Frequently Asked questions

where are you located?

I’m based near Knoxville, Tennessee and Western North Carolina, and I regularly travel throughout the Southeast to photograph weddings in places like Chattanooga, Nashville, North Georgia, and Raleigh.

Do you travel?

YES! Most of my weddings actually have me packing a bag for an overnight stay!

How do we receive our pictures?

I’ll send you a private online gallery where you can download, share, and even order prints right from the link.

How many images do you include in your wedding galleries?

I deliver 65-100 images per hour of photography coverage. 

How do you keep our photos safe?

BACKUPS!! Lots of backups secured safely on separate hard drives in separate places as soon as I get home from your wedding night.

We’re awkward in front of the camera—can you help?

Totally get it (most of my couples say this!). My job is to help you feel comfortable, have fun, and forget the camera’s even there. So yes! I can absolutely help!

When should we expect to see our photos?

Sneak peeks of your big day will be in your inbox within 48 hours! For your entire gallery, I guarantee a 8 week delivery time.

How do we book you?

So glad you asked! Just scroll to the "Inquire Now" button below and it will take you directly to my quick contact form to get the conversation started! YAY!!

L ET'S WRITE YOUR LOVE STORY

aRE YOU READY TO GET THIS SHOW ON THE ROAD?

If you said yes, then all you’ve got to do is fill out this quick inquiry form below to get started! I’ll make sure it’s easy breezy for you from you from here on out.

You can share as little or as much as you like. I absolutely love the long romantic novels, but short and sweet is perfect too! 

Most couples invest between $5,000-$6,000 for full wedding day coverage.

Thank you!

MELISSA HANKINS

ELOPEMENTS, WEDDINGS, & COUPLES

photographer

KNoxville tn // Western north carolina