The MC Photography Blog

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Hi there, I'm Melody Celeste! As a family lifestyle photographer, I love to capture beautiful, unfiltered, fun moments between you and your family. I love natural light photography and sun flares.

Check out my blog that has lots of examples of my work, information about my photography packages, and tips on how to prepare for your upcoming session.

Let’s go on an adventure! As a boy mom, I am always looking for new Texas state parks to explore to get them outdoors and off screens. Enchanted Rock State Park, 16710 Ranch Rd 965, Fredericksburg, TX 78624, has the most wonderful sunsets I’ve ever seen! If you are a family who loves to explore […]

Oct 11

I absolutely love the beach. It is one of my personal favorite getaway spots for vacation and even photos. I won’t lie though, it is very difficult to edit, and the weather can be unpredictable, but IT’S SO WORTH IT! Read my previous blog about how you can prepare for your beach session. In short, […]

Oct 11

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Maternity photography is one of my favorite things to photograph. What a beautiful documentation of such a special moment in time! Although many women skip out on these, I believe that you will not regret it. Looking back, seeing your baby inside your womb, celebrating the miracle of God, will never get old. I’ve had […]

Jun 26

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As I prepare for my own extended family photos at South Padre Island, Texas, I wanted to share some tips to help you with your next family photography session at the beach. We just had a new addition added to our family, so I am currently coordinating outfits for 13 people. Pray for me! So […]

Jun 1

Summer Sessions by the Water Summer is just around the corner! I cannot even believe I’m saying that. But I’m also so excited for all things summer, including the beach! What am I offering this summer? Lots of waterside location session options. When booking a summer session, I recommend choosing a waterside location, where the […]

May 5

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If you’re already investing in family photos for your own family, why not invite your siblings and parents too! It’s such a great way to capture the whole family this fall, and it makes amazing Christmas gifts for grandparents too. If you don’t mind being the coordinator, I think it’s totally worth it to do […]

Sep 10

The Valerie Marie Greenhouse is a beautiful location for your next family photography session located on the Southeast Side of San Antonio, Texas. This location is open to clients of MC Photography, and you can book a session here on her Fall 2022 booking calendar, or if you are working with another photographer, they can […]

Jul 6

San Antonio Family Photographer Texas is hot! But that shouldn’t stop us from having fun and capturing memories! What I recommend when booking a session during the hot summer months is to choose a waterside location, where the kids can play, have fun, cool off, and even get wet and swim! You can even take […]

Mar 30

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I am truly so honored when I not only get to photograph my client’s maternity and newborn sessions, but then their baby’s 1st birthday session one year later! That is seriously one of the best milestones because your baby is now 1 years old and can do so many things. It’s a reason to celebrate! […]

Oct 22

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San Antonio Family Photography The most common question I get as a family photographer is: What do I wear? Here’s my biggest secret: start with mom. Let’s face it. Most of us mamas are pretty picky when it comes to how we look in photos, so my biggest tip is to find your outfit first.

Sep 9