Hi! I'm Melissa Collins, a studio and on-location photographer based in the little town of North Branch, MN - 50 minutes from the Twin Cities.

As far as my photographic style is concerned, I favor bright, bold and true colors. I love a timeless & classic portrait - where the subject traditionally faces the camera or just off to the side. Sitters tend to be posed rather than candid. I have taken thousands of hours in classes to direct people gently into flattering positions that will reflect beautifully on camera and give you an instant confidence boost.

Photography is my way of turning ideas into visuals, dreams into art. Got an idea brewing? A story itching to be told? Hit me up—let’s see if we can turn your spark into something epic.

As we step into 2025, my art is redefining itself in minimalistic, black-and-white vibes that hit hard and leave a mark. I'm letting go of obsessing over technical perfection & shedding self-imposed rules. We're ditching the masks, inhibitions, facades, and embracing, unfiltered authenticity. Especially in boudoir sessions, where beauty shines brightest in its most real and vulnerable form. Oh, and grain? Film-style photography? Consider me obsessed.

Everyone is a masterpiece. What can I create for you?
 

If you would like to read more: click "about me!"

Let's get together soon or come socialize with me on Facebook ♥  

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Recipient of several "Top Photographer" awards

Melissa's work 

has been featured in national and international publications. She is an educator and has written articles in industry magazines serving as an expert to other photographers.

Melissa has been awarded with an accredited level of photography, indicating her work is of high professional standards by leading and world-renowned professionals in the industry.

Melissa's work has also been featured in:
Jackie Jean's Top 10 photographer creative picks

Child Competition's Top 10 Photographer

And provided the cover art for international best-selling author, Simonetta Hornby's book: Era un bravo Ragazzo