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

Love Story

Event

Family

Life

ADVENTURE Love Story Event Family 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

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View fullsize I am beyond excited to be hosting Christmas Minis at @theherb.garden on December 7th! We weren't sure if we would be able to swing it this year but they made it happen and I am so very thankful! These are just like my other minis only we will have