Lifestyle Photography Sessions in Austin, Texas

Down-to-earth natural light lifestyle photographer. Inspired by warmth, connection and retro film. Love collaborating with families, couples and individuals. Let’s create some magic.

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Available Sessions

THIRTY
$550 mon-thur/ $650 fri-sun
– 30 minutes
– 10 images

SIXTY
$825 mon-thur/ $925 fri-sun
– 60 minutes
– 20 images

HEADSHOTS
$375 mon-fri only
– 15 minutes
– 5 images

MINI SESSIONS
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Email to book! hello@melanieapplegate.com

Images are turned around in less than two weeks. The option to purchase all is available at an additional cost. Every client’s gallery comes with a personal shop where you can easily order prints and other products. 

Favorite locations to shoot: South Congress, Star Hill Ranch, Laguna Gloria, The Lumen Room, Bull Creek, Treaty Oak.

A 50% retainer is due within 24 hours to book. The balance is due the day before your session. The first client to book each day selects the location. At-home newborn lifestyle sessions generally take place on weekdays around noon. Travel fees will apply to any location more than 45 minutes away from my office in SW Austin. Price does not include tax. Turnaround time is generally one week.

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Experienced Austin Documentary Lifestyle Photographer: Family, Newborn, Motherhood, Maternity, Couples, Wedding, Milestone, Cake Smash, Business Professional Headshots, Product Photography, Brand Building, Events, Influencers and more. Serving the following areas: Westlake, West Lake Hills, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Kyle, Buda, Manor, South Austin, North Austin, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Cedar Park, Leander, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Central Texas, South Texas, North Texas and beyond.