MELISSA SUAREZ SKINNER
MELISSA SUAREZ SKINNER
The moment a someone reaches out about intimate photography—whether it’s boudoir, motherhood portraits, or skin-to-skin moments with their newborn—they’re considering trusting me with something deeply personal: their vulnerability. That trust isn’t something I take lightly, and it’s why creating a genuinely safe space is at the heart of everything I do. Before We Even Meet…
There’s something profound about the way morning light filters through your bedroom curtains, casting gentle shadows across the unmade sheets where you’ve dreamed a thousand dreams. Or how the corner of your living room, with its well-loved throw pillows and the book you’re halfway through, holds the quiet story of who you are when no…
Forget perfect lighting. Forget the styled studio. A virtual session strips everything down—leaving just you, your space, and your story. Through the lens of your phone and the simplicity of an app, we create images that feel like you. Real. Unfiltered. Completely in your world. Why Go Virtual? 1. It’s Intimate by Design You’re in…
After years of shooting digital, I found myself craving something I couldn’t quite name. My camera felt too clinical, too immediate, too demanding of constant decision-making. The endless stream of images on my memory cards began to feel hollow despite their technical perfection. I was capturing moments, but somehow missing the soul of them.That restlessness…
In a world of instant digital gratification, there’s something profound about slowing down with film. As someone who has recently returned to shooting 35mm analog for my boudoir work, I’ve discovered that film doesn’t just change the aesthetic of the images—it transforms the entire experience for both photographer and subject. The Ritual of Intentionality With…
Model & Actor Headshots | Washington DC Branding Photographer Washington DC On the heels of our branding photoshoot in Southern Maryland, Adrianna also wanted updated actor & model headshots. We decided to keep it really simple. White clothing on a simple backdrop makes for really dynamic & powerful images. Take a look at some of…
The Annapolis Studio | Annapolis, Maryland Sydney had so much to celebrate – new job, a move, a birthday – she wanted to commemorate all of these exciting new things during her boudoir session. I was so excited to get in the studio with her and create. We had scheduled a space at the Annapolis…
Branding Session with Lover & Muse | Scotland, MD The Hideaway at Hays beach Nestled along the serene shores of Chesapeake Bay lies a hidden gem known as The Hideaway in Hays Beach. It’s not just a picturesque escape but a haven that beckons artists, dreamers, and creators to come for inspiration and a quiet…
Happy Summer! and happy sweating? I don’t know about you but I am not the biggest fan of this Maryland heat and humidity. While I do love the occasional outdoor session, doing them in the summer is not ideal (unless there is some water nearby to jump in and cool off!) So, I know what…
Mimi in the Studio | INTIMATE PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY | MARYLAND Lusby, Maryland My home studio in Calvert County, Maryland really allows me to do some amazing, dramatic & moody work. I have envisioned doing a very dark, chiaroscuro photography session and Mimi was the perfect muse for this one. Take a look at some of…
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