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Melody Anderson
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Melody Anderson Photography is a wedding and event photographer operating out of Clarkston, MI.
Welcome to Melody Anderson Photography, where timeless artistry meets heartfelt storytelling. Based in Clarkston, MI, we specialize in creating unforgettable imagery that celebrates the essence of love and commitment.
Every session is an intentional experience crafted to preserve the joy, intimacy, and connection that define your unique story. From elegant engagement sessions to full-day wedding celebrations, our approach goes beyond photography—it's about curating cherished memories that last a lifetime.
Let Melody Anderson Photography be the storyteller of your love, capturing every glance, smile, and embrace with care and artistry. Together, we'll turn the fleeting moments of your day into timeless treasures you'll hold close forever.
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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Engagement
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Photo
Second Shooter Available
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Documentary
Lifestyle
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
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Meet the team
Melody Anderson
Owner
I’m Melody, a wedding photographer drawn to the moments that don’t ask to be noticed.
I’ve always loved stories that live in the quiet. Jane Austen once wrote, “If I loved you less, I might be able to talk about it more.” That idea shapes how I photograph weddings. The most meaningful moments are often the ones spoken without words, and those are the moments I’m always watching for.
I’m a calm presence on a wedding day, a quiet observer who steps in gently when needed and steps back when moments unfold naturally. I notice the glance before the kiss, the hand squeeze before the vows, the breath you didn’t realize anyone saw. My goal is never to interrupt what’s happening, but to preserve it honestly.
I live on the Setúbal Peninsula, south of Lisbon, with my husband, Aaron, and our dog, Harrison. Outside of photography, I read, travel whenever possible, and have strong opinions about Jane Austen film adaptations.
I am based in Portugal and know these landscapes well - the late afternoon light in the Algarve, the golden hour over the Douro Valley, the way a Sintra palace courtyard holds the last of the day.
If you’re drawn to photography that values connection over performance, elegance over excess, and emotion over perfection, I’d love to connect.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.07 reviews
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Melody Anderson Photography consistently receives high praise from reviewers for her exceptional talent, warm demeanor, and ability to capture natural and candid moments. Clients appreciate her responsiveness, creativity, and the personalized experience she provides. Whether it's an engagement shoot, wedding day, or other special occasions, Melody's work is described as stunning, exceeding expectations and delivering beautiful, memorable images that truly capture the essence of the moment. Her pricing is also highlighted as reasonable, making her a highly recommended choice for capturing important life events.Review photos
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Jessica F
5.0
11/17/2025
Absolutely loved having her capture our wedding day. She made us feel comfortable all day and made sure everyone was laughing and having fun.
Alyssa W
5.0
5/12/2025
As someone who tends to feel awkward in front of the camera, I wasn’t exactly looking forward to having pictures taken. I never imagined a photographer could really make a differen...
ce in that regard, but Melody totally proved me wrong. She just has this warm, grounded presence and you can tell she cares—not just in terms of the final product, but the whole experience. From start to finish she was tuned in and took the time to read the moment, which helped the session feel more relaxed, natural, even personalized. She was also extremely patient and flexible - my now husband arranged for a surprise engagement photoshoot and our timeline was totally thrown off. She waited around for us, without complaint. Then, on a whim, she agreed to meet with us the following day to take a few more shots before her flight home.
As far as her work goes, I love how it doesn’t feel super generic. Some of my favorite pictures were the candid ones, the ones that photographers can’t have on a check list of shots to take, and the ones you have to have an artistic eye to even think to capture. Overall, I’m really happy with the experience - Melody went above and beyond and really helped make our engagement special.
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Alexis P
5.0
5/07/2025
I truly don’t even know where to begin—Melody Anderson is everything you could ever want in a photographer and more. I found her on Instagram just randomly scrolling, and her photo...
s stopped me in my tracks.
From the very first message, she was incredibly attentive, warm, and responsive. I’m someone who really values clear communication, and Melody exceeded every expectation. She replies so quickly, is super organized, and made every part of the process feel seamless and exciting.
We just had our engagement shoot, and I’m honestly still on cloud nine. Melody made us feel instantly comfortable, like we’d known her forever. She has this amazing ability to read the room and bring out your most natural, joyful energy. We laughed the entire session and vibed with her instantly—it felt like hanging out with a longtime friend who just happens to be capturing all your best moments behind the lens. She’s so creative, down-to-earth, and genuinely fun to be around.
What sets Melody apart is how much she cares. She goes above and beyond in every way—not just with her incredible talent behind the camera, but in how she treats you like a priority from start to finish. She’s thoughtful, detail-oriented, and has a way of making you feel like the most important person in the world on your big day (and every step leading up to it).
I couldn’t be happier that I reached out. Her work is stunning, her energy is unmatched, and I feel so lucky to have found someone like her for our wedding. I would 1000% grab coffee with her after the wedding because she’s just that amazing of a human being.
If you’re even considering working with Melody—DO IT. She’s perfect.
I’ll post this if you like it where ever you want it, thank you again for today. We’re so so happy
UPDATE AFTER OUR WEDDING:
I truly didn’t think I could love Melody more after our engagement shoot — and then came the wedding day. She was absolutely incredible. Melody brought the same warmth, calmness, and joyful energy that made us fall in love with her in the first place, but somehow elevated it even more. She kept everything running smoothly, made us feel completely relaxed, and captured every single moment with such intention and artistry.
Our photos are beyond anything we imagined. She documented the day exactly as it felt — emotional, fun, heartfelt, and full of life. Looking back through our gallery feels like reliving the entire day from start to finish. Our families and guests even commented on how wonderful she was to work with.
If you’re considering Melody for your wedding, let this be your sign: book her. She is truly one of a kind, and we’re so grateful she was the one who photographed the most important day of our lives.
Riley S
5.0
2/05/2025
Melody was so great! she made us feel right at home, knew how to make us laugh for our pictures. She had our photos ready very promptly, I was pleasantly surprised!! I would and wi...
ll recommend her to everyone I know. She had great ideas for our pictures and her pricing was so reasonable compared to the other photographers we were looking at. 1000000/10 is what Melody is! We love her and are going to keep her around for future pictures to come!
Julie B
5.0
1/27/2025
Melody was amazing to work with! Not only is her work amazing but she is such a wonderful person!! We were dealing with some Lion's football and bitter cold weather scheduling cons...
traints and she put us at ease and it all worked out perfectly. We got all the shots we wanted and more!! Her prompts and eye of what to capture are unmatched!!! WE LOVE OUR PICS!
UPDATE!!!! Melody is just amazing. She did a boudoir shoot for me and it was SO FUN and the pictures turned out better than I could have every imagined.
She also took some getting ready shots for us the morning of our wedding (we could not hire her for our wedding photographer because she is a good friend and her husband was in the wedding so she got the night off to enjoy!!!!). She was so graceful and calm and really just added to our morning. We love the shots she got and look at them all the time!!!
Nancy M
5.0
9/06/2024
Melody was such a joy to work with for my daughter’s wedding. She was very responsive and helpful from the very first email contact. She arrived on time and went about her busine...
ss of taking photos without being cumbersome or obtrusive.
We received our gallery in just under 3 weeks, and her work is nothing less than AMAZING! She made the rainy portions of the day look magical and she captured so many precious moments throughout the day and evening.
I highly recommend Melody Anderson Photography.
Krista O
5.0
6/22/2024
Melody was phenomenal! She captured every moment perfectly and her photos exceeded my expectations. She was professional, friendly, and made the whole process enjoyable. She made m...
y husband and I feel very comfortable. The final photos were unbelievable. Highly recommend!
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