The "W" Family
The “W” Family opted for one of my mini-sessions this year. It was the perfect way to get some updated family pics for them! It was a VERY cold morning, but 10-month-old “L” was quite the little trooper.
What else can I say – they’re a cute, cute family and such nice people!! Thanks for coming out in the cold to meet me, guys!




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The "J" Family
This family has been dear friends of mine for a long time – through thick and thin! I absolutely adore them, so I was honored and thrilled when they called asking me to take some photos of them for their holiday cards this year. We managed to get their pets in the photos as well – aren’t they all adorable?



And here is their kitty, Sadie. She didn’t make it into many of the shots – she mainly hid on us!
Wilmington’s Battleship Half Marathon
This weekend I worked with a local event photographer to photograph the Half Marathon being held in Wilmington, NC. It was a COOOOOLD morning and my fingers nearly froze off! It was quite the experience.
This was my favorite finish line photo. She looks so happy… and she should, she just finished a half marathon!

Congrats to all of the amazing runners!
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Holiday Mini Session Announcement

If you’re in need of a nice family photo for your Christmas cards, or just need a few updated pictures of your children, then these mini-sessions are for you! It’s a great chance to get a few nice portraits without booking an entire session. These happen just once a year, so take advantage now!
These sessions will happen on Saturday, November 13th at Joyner Park in Wake Forest. They will last a half hour and are designed for up to four people.
The cost of a session is $125 and includes a disc with 10-15 high resolution images, along with an online gallery to share with friends. You will also receive 20% off all print products, which includes custom holiday cards, gift prints, and canvases – perfect for holiday gifts!
My availability is limited to this one morning and I’m only booking FOUR mini sessions. Please e-mail me soon to reserve your spot! If you’re in Columbia and are interested in a mini session, I may be able to do them the morning of November 21st if I receive enough interest. Contact me asap!
melissadevoephotography@gmail.com
*Full payment is due at the time of booking to hold your spot.*
The ‘M’ Family
Last week my family and I visited my husband’s relatives in New York. While we were there, we held a little impromptu session in my Mother-in-law’s backyard to get some pictures of my nephews. They’re pretty cute, but then again I’m biased!




This next one makes me laugh because it just completely captures who my little nephew Brennan is – silly and funny!

And this is Logan – the quieter (though still not completely quiet) of my two nephews.


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The ‘C’ Family
I had such a blast in Wake Forest with the ‘C’ family. I must say that their little boy, 2-year-old ‘D’ is one of the most well behaved little boys I’ve ever met. He made my job a breeze!
I LOVED so many of the shots we got of the ‘C’ family. You can really see the love between them and how much fun they have together. Thanks for making my job so much fun, guys! Hope you like this peek at your photos!
First Birthday Party for Miss "L"
Yesterday Miss “L” turned one! I was lucky enough to photograph her totally fabulous first birthday parties (yes – she had TWO). She’s the first child and first grandchild for both sides of the families, so as you can imagine everyone came to town and her parents pulled out all the stops to give her a wonderful party!



Miss L’s Mommy makes clothing, taggie blankets, carseat handle pads, and all sorts of other fabulous things – and she can monogram! If you’re interested in having her make something for you, you can send me an e-mail and I’ll give you her contact info. Or you can look up her Facebook page. Just search for LouLouBean. She’s fabulous!

These shoes are what greets you as you walk in their front door. How cute are these tiny shoes? I think she has more pairs than I do! I’m jealous!

Thanks for having me at your party, Miss “L”! See you Saturday for your session!

Melissa Devoe is Raleighβs leading newborn & baby photographer and is highly sought after for her unique newborn and baby portraits. Located in Wake Forest and serving Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Chapel Hill, Fuquay Varina, Knightdale, Clayton, Wake County, Johnston County and surrounding areas.
With over 9 years photographing newborns, Melissa is an expert on baby posing and guarantees every session is relaxed & calm while each gallery is filled with a wide variety of poses you are sure to love.
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