Melissa Bliss Photography

Timelessly Beautiful. Authentically You.

Melissa Bliss Photography is a Hampton Roads wedding and lifestyle photographer who captures authentic moments in beautiful timeless professional photos for newborns, families, children, engagements and weddings in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Williamsburg, VA and the surrounding areas. Also available for travel.

 

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Limited Time Holiday Mini Photo Sessions - Virginia Beach Photographer

November 05, 2019 by Melissa Rich in lifestyle photography

Limited Time Holiday Mini Photo Sessions - Virginia Beach Photographer

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Many of you have asked, so I've cleared a few spots for holiday minis- yay!! Get 'em while you can! I only have a few appointments available. These sessions are open to couples, individuals, and families (immediate family members only please). Includes a 20 minute session and 8 digital files with a print release.

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These photo sessions will be short and sweet. Perfect for a few holiday card photos, or updated portraits. No elaborate props or themes, just focused on you and your loved ones! You are, however, welcome to bring a few of your own props if you choose. 😀

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Get in touch for availability & don't delay! These will go quickly!

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To secure your appointment for your holiday mini session, contact me today! melissablissphotography@gmail.com, 757-646-7408

Creative Lifestyle and Wedding Photographer in Hampton Roads, VA

Melissa Bliss Photography – Timelessly Beautiful. Authentically You.

Mini Sessions, Holiday Photoshoot, Norfolk Photographer, Virginia Beach Photographer, Suffolk Photographer, Chesapeake Photographer, Lifestyle Photographer, Sandbridge Photographer, Williamsburg Photographer

November 05, 2019 /Melissa Rich
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Creative Fall Lifestyle Photos - Hampton Roads Photographer

August 15, 2018 by Melissa Rich in lifestyle photography

Creative Fall Lifestyle Photos - Hampton Roads Photographer

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Hey friends! It's that time of year again. Summer is winding down and back to school sales are exploding everywhere. As much as I hate to say goodbye to summer, it is time to gear up for fall sessions!

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There are tons of beautiful locations in Hampton Roads that make the perfect backdrop for a fall family session, or holiday photos. We're fortunate to enjoy mild weather and stunning color throughout most of the season. 

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If you are wanting holiday card photos of update family lifestyle pictures, now is the time to plan your session.

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My appointment calendar is nearly full for the remainder of the year, with family sessions, engagement portraits, and fall weddings. If you need holiday portraits, be sure to snag one of the few session appointments I have left before they're gone!  I can wait to create some fun memories with you! - XOXO, Melissa 

Creative Lifestyle and Wedding Photographer, Virginia + Travel Destinations 

Melissa Bliss Photography – Authentic Moments in Beautiful Timeless Photographs

If you are in the Hampton Roads, VA area and would like to schedule your creative portrait session, contact us today!

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August 15, 2018 /Melissa Rich
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Family Photographers Norfolk, VA Motherhood Mini Sessions

April 02, 2018 by Melissa Rich in lifestyle photography, motherhood

Family Photographers Norfolk, VA Motherhood Mini Sessions

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Spring has sprung and that means Mother's Day is just around the corner. This year, I didn't have time to fit in spring minis, as wedding season started early and full on, but I have held a few appointments for motherhood sessions because it really feeds my soul to capture that special bond between a mama and her kiddos. 

These sessions are not for perfect poses and "cheese" grins. They are a chance to take some time just for you and your babies, to make something meaningful and tangible.  To create some beautiful images, but to also just focus on loving, snuggling, smooching, giggling and savoring those small moments that have such a huge and lasting impact. 

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I have only a few spots open unfortunately, though I would love to shoot these more often! Sessions are limited to mamas and their children, or grandmas and their grandbabies. Session fee of $199 includes a 30 minute session, on online gallery and 10 digital images to download with a print release. Sessions will take place on location in Hampton Roads. Please get in touch for available dates and times. 

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These will go quickly, so contact me right away if you are interested.

I can't wait to hear from you!

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 Lifestyle Family and Wedding Photographer

Melissa Bliss Photography – Authentic Moments in Beautiful Timeless Photographs

If you are in the Hampton Roads, VA area and would like to schedule your creative photography experience, contact me today!

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April 02, 2018 /Melissa Rich
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Oak Grove Park Family Mini Session - Chesapeake Photographer

November 09, 2017 by Melissa Rich in lifestyle photography

Oak Grove Park Family Mini Session - Chesapeake Photographer

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I met the most beautiful little family for a mini session at Oak Grove Park a couple of weeks ago! Grandma had purchased a gift certificate for their mini session - what an awesome gift! We scheduled their portraits in time to take advantage of the beautiful fall color, and to commemorate this cutie's first birthday!

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I've always been in love with ginger-haired babies and this little one stole my heart at hello! 

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Our mini session was short and sweet, but full of beautiful images and happy memories nonetheless. It was the perfect amount of time for a busy one year old, for sure. I, on the other hand, could have photographed these lovely folks all night. (Bring me all the redheads please!)

Thank you Condon Family, for coming out to play with me!  I look forward to seeing you all again! - Melissa

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Hampton Roads Lifestyle Portrait and Wedding Photographer

Melissa Bliss Photography – Authentic Stories in Beautiful Timeless Photographs

If you are in the Hampton Roads, VA area and would like to schedule your unique portrait experience, contact us today!

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November 09, 2017 /Melissa Rich
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Fall Photo Sessions in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake & Williamsburg

August 30, 2017 by Melissa Rich in lifestyle photography

Fall Photo Sessions in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake & Williamsburg 

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It's that time again! Time to say farewell to summer. I am sad to see her go, but I can't wait for the cool, crisp fall weather!

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That gorgeous warm color always makes me swoon. Leaves crunching underfoot, steamy mugs of spiced goodness, sweaters and boots - I love it all! 

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My appointment calendar is nearly full for the remainder of the year, with family sessions, engagement portraits and fall weddings. If you need holiday portraits, be sure to snag one of the few session appointments I have left before they're gone! 

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There are so many gorgeous locations in Hampton Roads that make the perfect backdrop for a fall family session, or updated holiday portraits. We're fortunate to enjoy mild weather and stunning color throughout the tidewater region. 

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I can't wait to create some amazing memories together! To find out what's available, get in touch here.

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Lifestyle Portrait and Wedding Photographer

Melissa Bliss Photography – Authentic Moments in Beautiful Timeless Photographs

If you are in the Hampton Roads, VA area and would like to schedule your creative portrait session, contact us today!

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August 30, 2017 /Melissa Rich
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Virginia Beach Photographer - Spring Cherry Blossom Mini Sessions

February 15, 2017 by Melissa Rich in Families

Virginia Beach Photographer

Spring Cherry Blossom Mini Sessions

Spring is on it’s way and the gorgeous Cherry Trees will soon be blooming! I have time this year for only three mini sessions during the bloom season. These are some of my favorite sessions throughout the entire year! These gorgeous blossoms can’t be beat for the perfect spring portrait back drop. If you wish to snag one of these appointments, don’t delay. These spots will go quickly!

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Details about these seasonal portrait mini sessions:

 $200: Session includes 20 minutes of the photographer’s time. Up to 4 family members may be included in your session. Additional subjects will incur an additional fee. 5 retouched high resolution digital images will be available for download from your online proofing gallery. Gallery will be ready two weeks after session date. Print purchases may be placed a la carte through your personal online gallery. A contract and invoice payment are required to reserve an appointment. VA Sales tax will be added to invoices when applicable. Please note:  Peak bloom time varies from year to year. Appointments will be scheduled for late March/early April. I only schedule a small handful of these sessions to allow flexibility for weather and bloom time changes. I cannot, however, guarantee that blooms will be at their peek for your session date. I will make every effort to schedule appointments for peak bloom days.  All appointments will take place in the evening. Please inquire for further details.

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If you are in the Hampton Roads, VA area and would like to schedule your unique portrait experience, contact us today!

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February 15, 2017 /Melissa Rich
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Melissa Bliss Photography: Professional family and wedding photographer serving coastal Virginia including Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Sandbridge Beach, Williamsburg and all of the Hampton Roads, Virginia region. 

Wedding photography services and portrait sessions are available for engagements, maternity, families, children and newborns.  

www.melissablissphotography.com  757-646-7408  melissablissphotography@gmail.com

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