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This couple had just celebrated their 11-year anniversary, and she wanted to do something truly special to commemorate it. Not just a photo session — she wanted a fun experience and artwork for their home

Couples Anniversary Portrait Session in San Antonio | Chris & Orianna

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prism lighting effect with confident woman during birthday photoshoot

Main Character Energy. No Permission Required. A Glam Therapist, a great playlist, and a San Antonio studio session that matched her exactly. Some sessions you plan down to the last detail. And then there are sessions like this one — where the moment Nell walked in, her energy told you everything. Her style was just […]

When Practice Turns to Magic: Dora’s Empowering Portrait Session Sometimes, magic happens when you least expect it. I originally invited my incredible makeup artist, Dora Vera, into my San Antonio studio simply so I could practice new posing and lighting techniques I picked up at a recent photography workshop. It wasn’t meant to be a […]

Dora’s Empowering Portrait Session

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As a photographer and service provider, I like to give back throughout the year. When I partnered with ThriveWell Cancer Foundation here in San Antonio, Texas, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect—especially from the men. I met Joseé, ThriveWell’s Program Director, at a local networking event and we immediately connected over the power of […]

A Day of Empowerment and Celebration with ThriveWell Cancer Foundation I recently had the privilege of partnering with the incredible ThriveWell Cancer Foundation in San Antonio for a very special portrait experience. I first met Joseé, their Program Director, at a local business networking event. I was just about to leave when we struck up […]

Day of Celebration with ThriveWell Cancer Foundation

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Many women hesitate when it comes to getting their photos taken, especially after a certain age. But 65 is a milestone worth celebrating! And so is every year you have a milestone in your life, for that matter. It’s a time of confidence, wisdom, and stepping into the best version of yourself. Whether you’ve spent […]

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Since 2015 I’ve helped hundreds of people in step in front of the camera with confidence and guide them with how to prepare and how to show up as the best version of themselves. I specialize in Personal Branding photography, headshots for small businesses and companies, and beauty portraits for women.

Melissa Raelynn Photography is a veteran owned business that loves to help every day people (like you) finally feel photogenic and create extraordinary portraits that will remind you how amazing you are.

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