I'm Melissa, Mel, or Miss. I'm the one who gets really excited about the little things, laughs a little too hard (is that a thing?), and the one who’s always up for an adventure.

  • I’m silly, talk too much, and swear more than I should (although not around your kiddos)

  • I met my husband in 2005, and we’ve been married since 2012. That’s a long ass time!

  • I'm a mom to two amazing and hilarious kiddos, 18 months apart.

  • I’m an Enneagram 7 with a side of 2. If you haven’t taken a personality test I encourage you to try. It’s scarily accurate.

  • I’m a country kid, born and raised.

Hey There!

This is your

ADVENTURE,

Family,

Love Story,

Event,

Life,

ADVENTURE, Family, Love Story, Event, Life,

I’m here to document it.

“Very professional, fun, and took amazing photos! I highly recommend working with Melissa!”

“From beginning to end it is such a great experience. She is so welcoming and makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera. I am so in love with the photos. They are so natural and don't look or feel stiff.”

“I’m crying!!! You captured our family so perfectly!”

“She fixes your hair! Enough said!”

Located in the Ottawa Valley • Available for Destination Weddings
melissatoyephotography@gmail.com

Follow the Adventures

View fullsize This one deserves a solo spot on the feed! My gorgeous cousin and her man in Newfoundland Saturday! Thank you so much for having me and braving the insane wind and cold for this shot! #destinationwedding #newfoundlandwedding #stephenvillewedding #s
View fullsize Ashley and Tom have been through thick and thin together. They wanted a laid-back wedding with their closest family and friends—a chance to be with everyone they loved, tie the knot with their two boys by their side, and, of course, celebrate!
View fullsize We spent the best day with Lyndsay and Andrew at @stonefields_estate last week. The day was absolutely incredible, laid back, full of emotions in the best way possible, and gorgeous in every way possible. When you have vendors that actually give a
View fullsize I have some last-minute availability for the next two weeks! We're in the thick of fall and these leaves won't last long! I am loving these sessions. The weather has been gorgeous, but the families have been even better. Adele and her family were s
View fullsize Maddie and Adam were married 2 years ago. I always miss my couples, and periodically wonder how they're doing and what they're up to. Adam reached out to plan a maternity session for Maddie and I was so excited to hear from him! This session was a gi
View fullsize Behind on posting, so I am spamming you with gorgeous photos! Jill and Matt will be married next September at Stonefileds and I'm so excited for their big day! They took me to one of their favourite trails and I had a blast hanging out with the two
View fullsize I had such a great time working with Lauren and Brian! Megan joined me at The Herb Garden to document their special day, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The weather was incredible for the first Saturday in ages! The venue was as stunnin
View fullsize I had a bunch of emails asking for another Fall Mini Date! Short notice but I created some openings on October 8th next Tuesday and the 9th as a rain date! The location is between Kinburn and Galleta on a very quiet road! Come join me!! Booking inf
View fullsize SHE SAID YES!! Xin reached out for me to capture his proposal last Saturday and I was so excited to capture this for them! What an incredible night! I couldn’t be happier for you both! Thank you for having me Xin! #melissatoyephotography #613