Frequently Asked Questions

I began my Photography business in 2005, and have since been professionally shooting High School Seniors, Weddings, Families, Children, Events, Sports & Commercial Photography.

My Style
No matter the subject, my work is best described as clean, classic, and timeless — with a creative edge. I’m drawn to natural light, refined composition, and genuine emotion. Many of my portraits carry a subtle editorial and photojournalistic influence, blending artistry with authenticity.

You can find all of our pricing details under the Info tab. You may also contact us to request a full pricing menu to be emailed to you. (scroll down and choose "Design My Photoshoot" 

Always allow approximately 7-10 days for your proofs to be ready. Once your proof gallery is ready, we will schedule an in-person viewing and ordering session where I will share a video slideshow and then go through the culling process and help you with selecting your choices for digital, print and products. 

All orders can take up to three weeks, depending on what your order consists of. Some of our products are hand crafted in Italy which can take a little more time.

This depends on the collection you choose. Our collections are designed to offer both wall prints and digital images. Please contact us for our full pricing menu. 

Absolutely. Every image you select is individually and professionally retouched before final digital or print delivery. Each photograph receives careful attention — blemishes and stray hairs are removed, skin is refined, and tones are enhanced for a natural, polished look.

I believe in authentic beauty, so retouching is always subtle and never overdone. If you have specific requests or preferences, I’m happy to discuss them — your comfort and confidence are always the priority.

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Our Raw and unedited images are not for sale and would not be provided under any circumstance. You're hiring me as your professional photographer and trusting me to choose the very best images to present you with. Any images that are left behind have not met my professional standards, whether it be eyes closed, duplicate image, unflattering pose, etc... I can promise you I will take plenty of portraits you will love!

We do offer professional hair and makeup. This service is included in our Glam Couture sessions and also available as an add on to our other portrait sessions. You may choose to do your own hair and makeup, however, we would like to help guide you and share some tips that have worked for us in the past. We want you to feel both comfortable and beautiful in your photographs.

What to Wear & Bring

Style plays a key role in creating the look and feel of your portraits. During our phone or in-person consultation, I’ll guide you through wardrobe suggestions and help you choose pieces that photograph beautifully and reflect your personal style.

What you wear will depend on the type of session and the overall aesthetic you want to achieve — every session is fully customized to you.

For our Glam Couture sessions, I also offer a curated selection of wardrobe pieces and accessories available to borrow, designed to elevate your look and create something truly striking.

Yes, we carry only the best Canon SLR Cameras and lenses.

We offer folio boxes handcrafted in Italy, custom photo albums, custom framing, metal prints, gallery wrapped canvases, brochure and flyer design services, invitations and cards and much more!

Yes I am! 

I try to be as flexible as possible and understand things come up beyond our control. I'm happy to reschedule your session for another date and time if needed.

Copyright & Usage

All images created by Melissa Jean Photography & Design are protected under federal copyright law and remain the intellectual property of Melissa Kiest.

Clients receive a copyright release allowing personal printing and sharing of their purchased images. However, it is strictly prohibited to copy, scan, alter, reproduce, or publish any photographs without written consent.

Unauthorized use not only violates copyright law but also devalues the integrity and artistry of the work. Please respect the creative process and the time invested in every image.