I'm Melissa! Luxury Charlottesville maternity and lifestyle newborn photographer, sailboater, lover of Lilly Pulitzer, and obsessed with interior design. I'm so glad you found me!
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Hey there! Spring is finally here (can I get a hallelujah?), and with it comes the perfect opportunity for those…
Read More ⟶There is something about pregnancy that just brings you closer to your spouse! It's such an exciting time and I…
Read More ⟶The endless scrolling through Pinterest for newborn photo inspiration, the anxiety about how your baby will behave…
Read More ⟶This year I'm making it my mission to have a fun Spring Break with my kiddos! We won't be jet setting off anywhere…
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Read More ⟶Ever felt like dining out with kids is more stressful than fun? Trust me, I’ve been there—sticky fingers, picky…
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Read More ⟶If you are looking for tips to have easy photo sessions with kids then you are in the right place! Planning a…
Read More ⟶Your camera roll is about to explode! No seriously! I looked at the amount of photos I took in the years before my…
Read More ⟶Did you know the time of day could make or break your newborn photo session? Let me show you why mid-morning is…
Read More ⟶Ready to capture those gorgeous fall maternity portraits? 🍂 I've got you covered. Fall is the perfect season for…
Read More ⟶Melissa Arlena is an award winning Richmond and Charlottesville photographer. She recently earned her Master Photographer Certification in the Maternity, Newborn & Family categories from the National Association of Professional Child Photographers. Melissa offers maternity, lifestyle newborn, and family photography in her relaxed, natural, and joyful style.
Melissa serves Charlottesville, Richmond, Staunton, Fredericksburg, Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, Culpeper, Gordonsville and beyond.
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Melissa Arlena Photography captures newborns, maternity, and families.
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