Riley & Cody,

Thank you so much for reaching out! Your backyard micro wedding sounds so special, and to answer your question: yes, 50 people absolutely counts as micro in my book! :)

Intimate weddings are some of my very favorite to photograph. With your closest people all gathered in one place, every moment feels personal, and there's so much room for you and your loved ones to feel present.

I would love to hear more about the two of you and everything you're dreaming up.

I'd be honored to document your story.

Hi, I'm Melody

I'm a Houston and destination wedding photographer who grew up in Portland, Oregon, which is where my love for nature, adventure, and photography began.

On your day, I'm there to create art you'll look back on for the rest of your lives, to document your story as it unfolds, and to hold every moment of your journey with care.

I edit every single image myself, so your gallery comes back true to color, warm, and full of life.

Intentional storytelling for the wildly in love

Your wedding day

Full Collections starting at

$5,000

Every wedding is different, and no package is one-size fits all. After we chat about your day, I'll send you one proposal with the collection that fits your day best.

  • 10 hours of coverage shaped around your timeline, from getting ready to your send off
  • Hands-on help building your wedding day timeline
  • A 2nd photographer
  • Travel Included in Texas and Oregon
  • Every image edited by me in my signature style
  • A private online gallery to share, download, and print from

Micro weddings/elopements ~ Starting at $3,000

Planning a shorter, more intimate celebration? My elopement and micro wedding collections include 5 hours of coverage, and are fully customizable.

How it works

  1. A discovery call

    We meet, talk through your dreams and what you most want to remember about your wedding day.

  2. Your proposal

    One collection, built around your day, with a link to book.

  3. Booking

    Sign your contract and pay your retainer, and your date is officially reserved!

  4. Planning

    I help with your timeline and check in as the day approaches! Phone calls, texts, coffee dates ~ I'm here for you!

  5. The wedding

    You get to be fully present. I'll photograph your memories.

  6. Your gallery

    Every image edited by me and ready to share.

Let's get to know each other!

The next step is a 30 minute discovery call so I can hear all about your dreams for your beautiful day! Tap a time below and your email will open, ready to send.

I can't wait to meet you!

Wednesday, October 7

9am 10am 11am 12pm 1pm 2pm 3pm 4pm 5pm 6pm

Thursday, October 8

6pm 7pm

All times are CST (central standard time)

None of these work? Send me a few times that do.
Melody Hope Photography Houston + Destination Wedding Photographer  /  @melodyhopephoto