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Nashville engagement photography in Franklin, Tennessee. Engagement sessions in Nashville are simply the best. The backdrop is beautiful no matter where they are taken – and no matter what season it happens to be. Franklin, Tennessee is one of my favorite places to shoot a Nashville engagement session. It has everything a country couple could want – expansive blue […]
I never really thought about working on holidays when becoming a wedding photographer… but when a Saturday in July falls on the 4th, a LOT of people think about having their wedding on our Independence Day. What an awesome way to get together with friends and family on such a great summer holiday! Everyone loves […]
Nashville Engagement Photographer Kelly & Nick – I love you guys and we just can’t wait for your wedding day! You are so full of love, compasion, and generosity. You seriously spread joy wherever you go. Since this fall engagement session at Centennial Park in Nashville was cut short due to the rain and the […]
Well, we’ve made it. Baby has made the long haul from teeny embryo to a ninja, karate loving 8 pounder (guesstimating). We’ve made the long haul from Pittsburghers to Tennesseans, and I think we are both finally ready to meet each other. I’m watching my belly right now and this baby is non-stop. I am so […]
Along with the new house, new city, new friends, and new neighbors, comes new traditions! We decided to ditch the old fake Christmas tree this year and start a new family tradition of going to a farm to cut down our own perfect tree. We found a tree farm in Hendersonville, TN called Christmas Tree […]
MELANIE GRADY PHOTOGRAPHY IS MOVING TO TENNESSEE!!! Yep, our family and business is relocating to the Nashville area. I will now be servicing the Nashville, Hendersonville, middle tennessee, and southern Kentucky areas. Don’t worry, my loyal Pittsburgh clients, I’ll still take care of you. I’ll be traveling back to PA many times throughout the year. Next year, […]
BEHIND THE LENS
Ever-focused on beauty and the thrilling art of creation; found in the moments that leave me breathless and in awe.
I find pure joy in crafting memorable moments and making brides feel exceptionally beautiful on their special day. Through my lens, I strive to capture not just photographs, but the essence of love and the radiance of each bride's unique spirit. It's a privilege to witness the magic of weddings and to be a part of the journey that leaves people feeling truly amazing.
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