Business Details
8 Years
experience
Trusted Family Photographer in Lancaster, PA
Founded in 2018, Melissa Engle Photography specializes in natural, true-to-life outdoor and in-home photography that captures the magic of everyday moments and milestones. With a background in studio art and photojournalism, our approach emphasizes storytelling, connection, and play, ensuring each session reflects the authentic essence of families. Melissa's global experience photographing diverse subjects across 40 countries informs her unique eye for detail, color, and genuine emotion. Our services prioritize creating relaxed, fun environments where clients feel comfortable, resulting in timeless images that celebrate life's joyful chaos. We serve Lancaster, York, and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, offering personalized sessions tailored to individual family dynamics, including pets.Melissa's commitment to community is reflected in annual donation-based mini sessions supporting nonprofit organizations. Fluent in Spanish and passionate about sustainable practices, we combine artistic expertise with a heartfelt dedication to preserving meaningful memories. Our portfolio showcases a decade of experience capturing milestones from newborns to multigenerational families, ensuring every client receives a curated collection of authentic moments. Transparency in communication and a focus on building relationships form the foundation of our service philosophy, creating lasting connections with clients.
Services
Portrait Photography
Family Sessions
Lifestyle Photography
Newborn Photography
Outdoor Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized outdoor and in-home photography sessions since 2018
- Our team combines studio art and photojournalism expertise for unique storytelling
- We specialize in capturing genuine family connections and milestone moments
- Our portfolio includes international experience photographing diverse family dynamics
- We provide pet-inclusive sessions and community-focused donation-based photography
What people say
Beautiful way
Fun and comfortable
Speedy sneak preview
Wonderful to work with
Accommodating with dog
Services
Family Photography
Documenting authentic family connections through natural outdoor and in-home sessions. Our approach prioritizes candid interactions and storytelling elements that reflect each family's unique personality. Clients receive a curated collection of images capturing both everyday moments and special milestones.
Newborn Photography
Gentle, safety-focused newborn sessions that preserve early milestones in a home environment. We specialize in lifestyle newborn photography that emphasizes natural interactions with family members while maintaining a documentary-style approach to capturing these fleeting moments.
Portrait Photography
Creating authentic portraits that highlight personal stories and individual personalities. Sessions incorporate natural light and environmental elements to produce images that feel genuine and emotionally resonant, avoiding overly posed compositions.
Lifestyle Photography
Candid lifestyle sessions that capture daily routines and meaningful interactions in real-time. This service focuses on preserving unscripted moments that reflect genuine relationships and personal narratives through a photojournalistic lens.
Outdoor Sessions
Guided outdoor photography experiences in preferred natural settings. We help families select optimal locations for seasonal sessions, utilizing natural landscapes to create vibrant, emotionally rich images that showcase both environment and connection.
People
Melissa Engle
Owner & Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 10+ years of experience capturing family moments globally. Specializes in natural light photography and documentary-style storytelling, bringing expertise from 40+ countries and Mennonite Central Committee assignments.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in family, newborn, lifestyle, and outdoor portrait sessions. All sessions focus on capturing authentic moments in natural settings or home environments.
Do you photograph pets?
Yes! We welcome pets as part of family sessions and include them in compositions to capture complete family dynamics.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Lancaster, York, and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with travel options available for special sessions.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 2-3 months ahead for weekend availability, though we accommodate urgent requests when possible.
Do you offer digital images?
All sessions include high-resolution digital files with print rights, delivered through a secure online gallery within 2-3 weeks.
Are mini sessions available?
Yes, we offer seasonal mini sessions with portions of proceeds supporting local nonprofits, available by donation.
