Hey, I’m Melissa, the girl behind BLV Photography!
I’m a Rocky Mountain House based wedding and portrait photographer, serving Central Alberta and wherever the adventure takes us! I love photography, obviously, but even more, I love the people, the connections, the laughs, the happy tears, and somehow walking away with new friends every single time. Getting to tell your story through photos is something I will never take for granted.
meet Melissa
Your third wheel, hype girl,
and built in bestie
in love with soft light, wild places, and honest moments
I'm so glad you're here!
for the moments you never want to forget
Photography started for me when I was 19 and bought my first Samsung camera. What began as a hobby quickly became something I couldn’t put down. I instantly fell in love with capturing candid moments, getting creative, and my family and friends quickly became my guinea pigs...free photos for them, endless practice for me. Not long after, I went to college for photography, and the rest is history.
Today, my goal is simple: guide you just enough so you feel comfortable, but leave space for the magic to happen naturally. Your story, your connection, your laughter... that’s what I’m here to capture. Think less “pose,” more “real life, beautifully documented.”
the girl behind the camera
When I’m not behind the camera, I’m a full time mama to my sweet (not so little) boy, Hayden, who is literally my whole world. Our life usually revolves around hockey games, cozy movie nights with popcorn, oversized hoodies, and endless cuddle and editing sessions at home with my amazing partner, Brendan. Add in our two very chaotic Frenchies, Chino and Riggs, and that pretty much sums us up.
I am obsessed with learning and growing, and I truly believe you should never stop. That mindset spills right into my business. I go HARD for my couples. Your happiness is my happiness, and I’m the best third wheel you could ask for. My job is not just to give you beautiful photos, but to make your day feel easy, fun, and full of good energy. I'm also a huge travel junkie, even though flying absolutely terrifies me. But every trip, every adventure, every new place I get to photograph makes it worth it. Two years ago, I started Wandering Retreats for photographers of all levels. We travel together, create insanely beautiful photos, grow creatively, and build real friendships. It has been one of the coolest things I’ve ever done, and I feel beyond blessed to be a part of it!
Life is moving fast in the best way: we just bought our first house in 2026, and we are getting married in 2027, possibly in Greece, my absolute favorite place on Earth.
If you made it this far, hi, I already love you. Let’s grab a coffee, hop on a call, and plan something fun together. I cannot wait to get to know you!!
A little more about me
usually with a camera in one hand and coffee in the other
an experience that inspires your creativity
for photographers craving connection and growth
These retreats are designed for photographers who want to step away from the screen and really connect with their craft. We focus on real-life shooting, storytelling, and building confidence behind the camera, not just posing tricks or preset formulas. You’ll leave with more than images: you’ll leave with clarity, inspiration, and a renewed sense of creativity.
Hands-on guidance, honest conversations, and immersive experiences make this more than a workshop, it’s a total creative reset.
