About Me

Melissa Bell
She/Her

I have been obsessed with art my whole life.

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I asked for my first camera around age 9 - a polaroid I-Zone Instant Sticker Camera. I was immediately addicted to catching moments of my life, on those tiny 1.5”x1” images that camera instantly printed.

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Now, I shoot on my stunning DSLRs and edit in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop! After learning how to process film in a dark room, attending the Savannah College of Art and Design for my BFA in Film and Television Production, and working in advertising and production for 10+ years - I take pride in every shot I take!

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I love photography, and I love making photoshoots fun for you! With my gentle guidance and understanding, I will prioritize your preferences, direct your poses, bring out your genuine smile, and only produce the best of the best images for you to choose! I want to make images that will have you saying CHECK MEOWT when we're done!

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I pride myself in checking details of every image and pose - not a hair out of place, or something in your teeth on my watch! I am the utmost honest with my clients, as I want their total satisfaction with their experience with me. 

I’m also happy to help with finding locations to shoot at, your wardrobe options, makeup looks (if you need a makeup artist, I can connect you with a few!), or assisting with conceptualizing your idea! The sky’s the limit with me, and I’m always down for new adventures in photo and video shooting.

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I like to keep my editing process for 1-2 hour portrait/product/event shoots limited to two weeks processing, and weddings/documentaries/large events to 4-8 weeks. 

When I’m not shooting photos or videos, or editing them in my home office, you can find me with a hot tea on my porch, listening to true crime podcasts, watching my dogs run around the yard, thrifting with my best friends, sewing or decorating costumes!