My husband and I were lucky enough to have Mel as our photographer for our wedding weekend last month, and we couldn’t possibly recommend her more. Mel is the absolute best photographer you could ever hope to hire for your wedding or other special event. She is not only the sweetest, most positive person, but she takes the most stunning photos!

From the moment we reached out to Mel, we knew she was the right fit for us. She was so organized and thoughtful in the lead up to our wedding, giving us great advice at every turn. She was willing to roll with any non-traditional ideas we had, helping us flush them out and make sure our wedding was exactly what we wanted it to be.

During our wedding weekend, Mel made sure she knew our timeline like the back of her hand and she blended in just like we hoped, taking candid photos of our loved ones and capturing the genuine feelings of the weekend. If you’re looking for someone who is organized, adventurous, has a calming presence, and takes the most beautiful photos, Mel is your girl! If we could do it all over again, we would hire Mel again in a heartbeat.

AMAZING EXPERIENCE working with Melanie!!

We hired Melanie to photograph an adventure hiking session in the White Mountains to celebrate our private ceremony. As avid hikers and lovers of New England, we found a kindred spirit in Melanie from our first zoom call. The main challenge we faced was picking the perfect hike and her guidance and expertise in the Whites helped us pick the most epic spot! She even scouted the hike the day before to ensure the perfect time for a sunrise summit!

Capturing our authentic selves was important to us and with it being our first couple's photoshoot, she made it feel easy and comfortable. Her passion and talent are so evident in every beautifully edited photograph in our gallery. She captured our love for nature and for each other and we couldn't be more grateful! We can't imagine doing this adventure shoot with anyone else!

Working with Melanie was a joy from our initial outreach email to her as-promised delivery date.

She went above and beyond at moments small and large and that were far too frequent to count.

From her very first response to the series of video check-ins ahead of our wedding, she emanated curiosity, professionalism and deep preparedness. She provided structure, encouragement and patience at every step of the process and, most importantly, on our wedding day.

Throughout, she helped us balance timely decision making while navigating the inevitable differences in individual visions and interpersonal dynamics between two merging families – always with grace.

If you’re on the fence about hiring her, you’re insane. What are you waiting for?! Choosing Melanie was the easiest decision we made – other than choosing each other.

We would pick her first and EVERY SINGLE time if given the opportunity to do it all over again.

Oh, we haven’t mentioned the photos yet?

They are stunning. She studied our venue, mapped where the light will hit best at the time of day and seemingly is in every imaginable place. The sign of a gifted photographer is her ability to be visible at the important moments then camouflage during the major moments while charming everyone she interacts with. Melanie did so seamlessly and effortlessly.

Daniel & Tara

Choosing the right photographer was extremely important to us for our wedding day, and we were so happy we worked with Melanie! Melanie took our engagement pictures and photographed our wedding at Fruitlands Museum in Massachusetts. We picked Melanie because we were looking for someone who would be a calming presence at our wedding and capture the day in a photojournalistic style. We were so happy with the photos and will treasure them in our family albums forever. Beyond the photos, Melanie put in a lot of work to make sure the day ran smoothly. She scouted Fruitlands Museum in advance and worked with us on a timeline for the day. We were a bit late arriving on the actual day, but Melanie took it in stride and got us right back on track without stressing us out. Thanks for everything Melanie, you’re the best!!

Melanie was recommended to us for her photo quality and lively personality by my cousin, who is also a wedding photographer. Melanie is phenomenal. We are a couple who are energetic and adventurous, but don't love sitting still in front of a camera with the attention all on us. Melanie picked up on our vibe immediately and started playing small games with us to make us feel more relaxed and natural with our engagement shoot. By the end of the shoot, it felt more like hanging out with each other than a static photoshoot. Come wedding day, Melanie (now joined by her brother Tom) were PERFECT. Her organization and attention to detail shone through every step of the day, capturing all of our important moments, making sure we got the best golden hour angles (she scouted out the venue beforehand), keeping us organized and on schedule, and most importantly, she kept us calm and relaxed with her cool demeanor. We loved the fact that her secondary shooter was her brother Tom, who was just as organized, detail oriented, but effortlessly cool. The two worked in sync and their organization kept us feeling like everything was under control throughout the day. Our guests also LOVED Melanie. She went out of her way to make guests feel special whether it be through individual mini-photoshoots, finding the special moments on the dance floor, or making sure everyone was seen in a group shot. All without sacrificing making sure we were getting some action shots as the couple on the dance floor. We said several times throughout our wedding planning process that hiring Melanie and Tom was the best decision we made and couldn't recommend her enough.

Melanie is absolutely extraordinary at what she does! We worked with Melanie to photograph our 10 person wedding day, which included a sunrise hike with just me and my partner before the rest of the day’s festivities. From the first moment we connected with Melanie, she was professional, thoughtful, and so much fun. She helped us think through every detail of the day and she was game for all the adventurous or unusual ideas we threw her way. She helped us bring to life a wedding day that was unique to us and felt exactly as special as we could have hoped for.

Throughout the day, she somehow managed to always be in exactly the right place to capture invaluable moments between us and our families. Because we decided to have an intimate wedding, we were prioritizing quality time with each other and our immediate families over everything else, and Melanie’s photos reflect that. The photos she created are bursting with genuine emotion and joy. They capture exactly how we felt on our wedding day and so many beautiful details.

On top of all that, Melanie is a wedding expert and helped our day run smoothly in a million little ways beyond taking photos! She quietly coordinated the timing of all the moving parts, helped me tape my dress with fashion tape (😂), and made some key suggestions based on her wealth of experience shooting hundreds of weddings. Clearly, I can’t recommend Melanie highly enough!

We cannot say enough about our experience with Melanie of Melanie Ruth Photography. From the moment we met her, it was clear that she is not only incredibly skilled at her craft but also a genuinely wonderful person. We quickly became friends, and we are truly grateful for the connection we formed alongside the stunning photos she captured.

Melanie’s friendly demeanor and great energy made a significant impact on our wedding day. Her outstanding communication skills kept everything running smoothly, and she managed the photography aspect of our wedding with exceptional professionalism. We knew the photos were going to be incredible even before we saw them.

Her organizational skills, attention to detail, and caring nature were evident throughout the entire process. Melanie brought a level of calm confidence and positivity that made our day feel incredibly fun and stress-free. The result was not just beautiful photos that we will cherish forever, but a joyful experience that we’ll always look back on with gratitude.

If you’re searching for a photographer who is not only talented but also a true delight to work with, we wholeheartedly recommend Melanie. She is the perfect blend of competence and warmth, and we couldn’t be happier with the memories she captured for us.

It's hard to put into words just how great Melanie is, not just as a photographer but as a person! She built a connection with us from our first zoom call that led us to our engagement shoot, multiple check-ins through our engagement, and finally to the wedding day. She let us in on tips and advice throughout the entire planning process that helped shape our wedding into the amazing day it became. The last thing anyone wants is stress or worry on their wedding day. Melanie's calm demeanor, preparedness, and fun approach truly alleviate that last-minute stress. We got so many compliments from family and friends on Melanie and her brother's awesome personalities and professionalism. After our first look and family pictures, she completely blended into the background (in the best way!) She allowed us to stay present and enjoy every moment without feeling like there was a camera in our faces, yet she captured every moment we didn't even know she was there for! When our pictures came in, we were absolutely blown away. She gave us all the emotions, special moments, and dance moves in a way that brings us right back to our wedding day. Her style delivers authentic, real photos in a way you won't find from just anyone! We are beyond thankful for Melanie. She's simply the best and it would be a mistake to miss out on hiring her for your own wedding!! 

We recently hosted our wedding at the Saybrook Point Resort. We are VERY thankful that Melanie was a part of our wedding day!

Melanie brings a calm yet clear sense or organization to both her planning meetings and her shoots. This balance put us and our guests at ease, which is so important when taking photos. It also allowed us to make the most of every minute of our big day. Thanks to Melanie’s organization, we didn’t miss anything or waste any time. Our guests loved her. Many went out of their way to comment on her kindness and good energy. Everyone was very comfortable taking pictures with her behind the camera.

And then there’s the photos... they are simply awesome! Melanie and her second shooter, Tom, creatively made the most of the setting of our wedding in their work. When we had our first look on docks near a lighthouse, Melanie and Tom positioned themselves to get many unique angles and beautiful perspectives. They knew the venue very well – directing group portraits both on the docks and in front of unique homes across the street. We also think they managed to capture all 120 of our guests within the album!

Melanie not only photographed of our wedding day beautifully; her organization helped make the day itself a wonderful experience for all of our guests. We hope to see Melanie and Tom again at a future event!

Mel and Tom are the absolute BEST. She was such a boss on our wedding day - made sure all our photo needs/wants were taken care of while remaining SO cheerful, kind & professional - even in the pouring rain!!! Nothing stopped this superwoman from delivering the best wedding photos ever. She got to know us as a couple, and captured our uniqueness perfectly. One of the absolute best decisions we made was having her as our photographer. LOVE YA MEL. Her brother Tom was the ultimate hit with our groomsmen and brought the energy (& fab photos) throughout the entire night.