Welcome to Melanie Hodskins Photography: Your Luxury Owensboro, KY family photographer.

I specialize in capturing the joy and love of families in Owensboro, KY. My personalized family photography sessions are designed to create beautiful, timeless portraits that you will cherish forever.

Why Choose Me?

Choosing the right family photographer is essential for preserving your precious memories. With my full wardrobe, professional hair and makeup services, and high-quality prints, I ensure a seamless and stress-free experience

Your Personalized Family Photo Experience Includes:

  1. Pre-Session Consultation: We'll discuss your vision, preferences, and any special requests to ensure your photoshoot reflects your family's unique personality.

  2. Professional Styling: Access my full wardrobe and enjoy professional hair and makeup services to look and feel your best.

  3. Relaxed Photoshoot: Enjoy a fun, stress-free session where I capture genuine moments and interactions.

  4. Personal Viewing Session: Meet with me for an in-person viewing session where you can see your images and, with my help, decide on your favorite photos to purchase.

  5. High-Quality Prints: Choose from a variety of beautiful print options to display and cherish your favorite images.

Investing in professional family photography is an investment in memories that will last a lifetime. My luxurious, one-of-a-kind products come with digital files, ensuring that Nana and Papa can also enjoy these precious memories. Most families invest $1000+ in these cherished, tangible items, transforming their moments into timeless treasures to be held dear for generations. Explore my product examples below and see how we can turn your family’s special moments into enduring keepsakes.

  • Family Album

    Albums are a perfect way to preserve your precious moments. They are available in several sizes and several options for binding material and color : linen, leather, suede, velvet. Your images are placed on thick pages and archival quality. Albums can be displayed on a shelf, coffee table or entry table.

    These images are expertly edited to eliminate any imperfections and to be enlarged to a larger size.

    Minimum of 25 Album Images and 25 Digital Files for sharing.

  • Family Keepsake Box

    Premium wood, these boxes are the perfect fit for holding all of your images and for displaying on any shelf or table. You can change the front image to showcase different images throughout the year and also use the individual prints to decorate your space.

    These images are expertly edited to eliminate any imperfections and to be enlarged to a larger size.

    25 8x10 Matted Prints & 25 Matching Digital files

    16 8x10 Matted Prints & 16 Matching Digital Files

    8 8x10 Matted Prints & 8 Matching Digital Files

  • Family Wall Art

    With several framing options available and canvas as well, there is a style to meet every house design. Boasts accurate color, realistic saturation, excellent neutral flesh reproduction, and great intensity.

    Standard Archival Value of 100 years in home display.

    These images are expertly edited to eliminate any imperfections and to be enlarged to a larger size.

    20% discount if purchased with any package.

Bailey:

“I can say with complete confidence that Melanie is simply the best in the business. Her ability to capture real, raw moments that you'll never want to forget is truly unparalleled. From the way she composes each shot to the flawless editing she does on every single photo, Melanie's work is nothing short of perfection. And on top of her incredible photography skills, she offers a full-service experience that's second to none. Her extensive wardrobe selection and talented styling team ensure you'll look and feel your absolute best in front of the camera. If you're looking for a photographer who will deliver breathtaking, lasting memories, Melanie is the clear choice.”

What my clients are saying:

The Experience

1

Book your preferred date. In case you have contacted me via email, please check your spam folder for any notifications from me.

2

Once your date is booked, we will schedule a personal wardrobe and vision consultation session.

3

You will recieve a client questionaire to help me better get to know you before your session.

4

The session day arrives! Since I already know a lot about your family, the session will feel more personal and relaxed.

5

Private reveal and ordering appointment. We will sit down together and choose your favorite images.

6

Your gallery and products will be available 2-3 weeks after the reveal

FAQ

What sets your photography style apart?

I specialize in capturing authentic moments and turning them into beautiful memories. I focus on natural poses using prompts, allowing genuine emotions to shine through.

What products do you offer for purchase?

Clients can choose from a variety of options, including albums, prints, and wall art. These products come with digital files for your convenience.

Do clients have to come up with their own outfits?

Not at all! I provide a client closet with a range of stylish options, saving you time and money. We'll work together to find the perfect look for your session.

How do you guide clients during a photoshoot?

While I do help with posing, I also encourage natural movement and expressions. I use prompts to guide you, creating a relaxed and authentic atmosphere during the session.

Ready To start your portrait experience?