Our Photography Services

Accolades:

“Best Family Portrait in BC”

“Best Industrial Photograph in Canada”

BC Photographer of the Year Finalist

Best Editorial Photography in BC

What We Offer

Photography is offered across three areas:

  • Signature portraits

  • Exclusive guest sessions at the Bees Knees in the Trees

  • Strategic commercial partnerships for growing brands.

Whether preserving a family legacy, capturing meaningful time away, or strengthening a business presence, each experience is created with care, intention, and a deep respect for what matters most.

  • A Portrait Experience, Included With Your Stay

    Time at the Bees Knees in the Trees moves differently. Mornings are slower. Evenings stretch long into golden light. As our guest, you’re invited to step into a relaxed portrait session on the property — a simple, natural way to remember your time here.

    With no elaborate planning required, we’ll photograph you among the trees, on the deck, or wherever the light feels just right. The experience is easy, unhurried, and rooted in connection.

    Your stay becomes more than a getaway — it becomes something you can hold onto.

  • Commission a portrait created with intention.

    These sessions are centered on connection — to your people, your place, and the season of life you want to remember. Photographed in a setting that holds meaning, each portrait is created with care and intention, preserving the relationships and landscapes that shape your story.

    Every image is carefully refined and crafted as heirloom artwork on museum-grade 100% cotton canvas. Designed to live in your home and grow more meaningful with time, these pieces are made to be held onto — and handed down.

  • Come see us for your professional business portrait. We take the time to understand the context in which the photo will be used, discuss related body language and give you tips on how to get the most genuine expression. We utilize all the latest technology to ensure you don’t leave studio unsatistified. Your fee includes a handy “what to wear” guide,

    the session and one 2x3 print-ready digital file with complete optimization. Would it be more convenient for us to come to you? Ask us about our location fees!

  • Strategic visual storytelling for evolving brands.

    As businesses grow, their visual presence must evolve with them. Photography is not simply content — it is positioning. The right imagery communicates clarity, confidence, and direction long before a client ever makes contact.

    Every engagement begins with a strategic foundation. Together, we define your objectives, refine your audience, and determine how your imagery will function across platforms — from websites and campaigns to long-term brand libraries. Creative direction is developed to ensure your investment supports measurable growth and sustained brand alignment.

    This work is approached as a long-term partnership rather than a one-time project — building a cohesive visual identity that evolves alongside your business. To maintain this level of strategic involvement, a limited number of commercial partnerships are accepted each year.

    For tourism operators, this same considered approach translates place and experience into compelling brand presence — strengthening perception and driving bookings over time.

    This is not trend-driven lifestyle photography. It is purposeful, business-aligned imagery designed to work — quietly, confidently, and effectively.

Past Project

Rich Bruce Guitars

The project balanced detailed product imagery with character portraiture, emphasizing the textures and form of each guitar while telling the story of the maker behind them.

  • Melissa is the ideal photographer - professional, friendly, and extremely competent. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience in her studio and learned a lot in the process. I highly recommend her.

    Bonnie Herron

  • I’m very happy with the head shots that Melissa took for me. She made the whole process simple and enjoyable. I very much appreciate her fun and professional attitude. She really knows her stuff and it shows in her work. Thanks again Melissa.

    Sean T. Dillman

    The Law Offices of Stevenson Luchies And Legh

  • Melissa is extremely professional, her shooting style captures individual personality and the products she offers are beautiful time pieces with amazing quality. Her photos become art pieces in your home, and not just a collection of photos. She is a pleasure to work with and comes highly recommended.

    Ashlie

  • Melissa was warm, welcoming, engaging and very professional.  She took the time to clearly understand what I wanted and then talked me through the entire procedure in detail which I appreciated.  The photos are just what I was hoping for and then some. I will happily recommend Melissa!

    Susan Farling

Let’s Work Together

If you are curious about my work, I invite you to share a few details about your project using the form. Each inquiry is reviewed personally, and you can expect a response within two business days.