Welcome to Melinda Tuttle Photography! Life comes and goes in the blink of an eye. I would like to help you capture those memories to cherish forever through images that are natural, creative, vibrant and fun. I provide quality products and give attention to detail making sure images are works of art. I value client friendships and strive to make a personal connection with everyone I work with. Custom Photography is a very special experience that is not rushed. Typical turnaround time for custom photography with Melinda Tuttle Photography is 2 to 6 weeks from date of session and depends on type of session and products ordered. If pictures are needed by a certain date for Christmas or a Special occasion I would pick a date a month or so sooner than that date. During my busy time I am often booked three or more weeks out. I book very few sessions so that I can really get to know my clients and spend as much time as needed on their project without being rushed. March and August seem to book up the fastest and I generally do not take any sessions after the third week in November so that I can guarantee Christmas delivery. I like to spend the last two weeks of December enjoying my family and the holidays without a Christmas rush. Be sure to book as soon as you can. My sessions fly out the door! Also I only do one sale a year and that is generally the week of Thanksgiving. My Rates: are HERE Your Session fee includes a custom photography session at a location of choice (UNLESS LOCATION IS SUBJECT TO RENTAL FEES), time and talent of the photographer, up to 40 enhanced images in an online gallery, a one-on-one ordering session, and the ability to order a range of quality items to decorate your home and treasure forever. More information on specialty items and collections can be found here. A travel fee of $25 will be added to the Session Fee if the location is more than 15 miles from Elma. How to Book a Session: Contact Melinda Tuttle through the contact section of this website. Discuss an appropriate date and time. A signed Session Agreement, Model Release, and non-refundable SESSION fee  is due to secure your session date. 48 hours notice is needed when rescheduling a session. Location: An appropriate location will be determined after discussion of your needs.  Newborns can be photographed at my home in front of my large windows using soft natural light. I prefer outdoor sessions for Family, Children, Maternity and Seniors. What To Wear: Families: Late Spring through Early Fall is the best time to schedule an outdoor Family Session. The best weather seems to be July through September. For multiple people in the same image colors in the same "family" work best. You do not have to completely match. (You do not all have to wear the same color shirt and pants.) Jewel tone colors look great when shooting outdoors. Little girls look fun in leggings and frilly dresses. I would suggest no large logos or busy prints. Please do not wear baseball hats or glasses. Newborns: To get that curly look it is best to photograph newborns before they are 12 days old. The older they get the more "awake" they are and can tend to want to only be held by momma. Newborns photograph best in as little clothing as possible. Bring any headbands, blankets, props, and extra clothes you want to the session and I can help you choose. Seniors: Seniors should book their session late Summer through Early Fall. Late Spring also can be a great time, but the weather seems to be less predictable making a real time crunch before graduation announcements go out. Seniors, it is up to you whether you want to do multiple clothing changes. I would bring one outfit your family really likes, one you really like, and one that is "dressy". Also bring any props that would express your hobbies/personality, like a snowboard, baseball bat, etc. Maternity: Maternity sessions are usually booked between the 30th and 36th week. I would prefer before 36 weeks in case momma goes into labor early. We don't want to miss photographing that cute bump! Anything that shows your bump. Tight T-shirts, Tank Tops, jeans that can be unzipped and rolled down on top, shirts that can easily be pulled up to expose the belly. Soft flowing dresses are also fun to shoot outdoors. Dress comfortable. I may have you sitting or standing. More details HERE Also become a facebook fan and find out the lastest sneak peeks, contests, and photography tips.