genuine • timeless • naturalwelcome to the blog> explore stories behind my latest sessions <I'm Melissa!
Your friend behind the lens.
Wife, Mama, and Photographer.
Lover of nature, yoga, coffee, and jigsaw puzzles.
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These photos say it all: perfect Spring weather, a beautiful location, laughter and sweet moments between two college sweethearts, and a gorgeous sunset to end the evening. All of the above—and couples like Natalie & Chris–remind me of the beauty + love I am so very lucky to witness and photograph enlace importante! This was...
Amy & Matt kicked off my wedding season last month at The Oaks Waterfront Inn. This venue is one of my favorites, located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and nestled in a quaint cove right off the Chesapeake Bay. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect Spring day. Big thanks to Monique for second shooting all this...
This mermaid themed nursery was beautifully designed by the mommy-to-be herself for her baby girl, Emma. I was honored to photograph such pretty inspiration and was thrilled to have it featured on The Little Umbrella! I fell in love with the color palette of coral, turquoise, and gold accents in all the pretty details. The artwork collage and the...
I have been dying to share this rustic themed styled wedding shoot! Thank you Artfully Wed for the lovely feature and for the awesome team of people who made this magic happen. Inspiration for this bridal shoot began with the stunning Liancarlo bridal gown, with Italian embroidery of flowers that cascades into layers of tulle. It was the...
LOVE IS MEANT TO BE AN ADVENTURE
- Gordon B. Hinkley
Melissa Hoko Photography is a Maryland based wedding & portrait photographer. Passionate about telling your story and ready for wherever the adventure takes us.
