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If you follow me on social media you probably know that I treated myself to a solo trip last month to New York City for my 40th birthday. You can read all about it here, but basically, I enjoyed “me time” in the big city, ate at all the amazing restaurants, and caught up with old friends. I stayed with my girlfriend Cecilia in her Upper West Side apartment, and also had the pleasure of shooting a family session for her.

Cecilia, Ryan, and their adorable children–bubbly Mateo and sweet Alessia–are the most well-travelled family I know. They have also lived in all the enviable big cities in the world, including Johannesburg, London, Chicago (that’s where we met!) and Hong Kong. They recently moved from Hong Kong to New York, and I tried to convince her to put on a dress for the shoot, but she insisted on being relaxed and comfortable. Already acting just like a true New Yorker–and well, I suppose there’s no need to get gussied up when you’re as naturally gorgeous just as she is!

The best part about shooting friends is that it’s really just us hanging out. We strolled around Central Park and the Upper West Side like it was any old day. Authentic, natural, candid and oh so full of love. The best kind of family shoot there is. Enjoy!

xo, Melissa

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People often want to know what it is I do during a shoot to make my clients feel comfortable and let loose like this beautiful family here. The truth is, I take a deep breath and then let out this crazy, wicked, psychotic sounding laugh when they’re least expecting it, and when my clients start giggling, I click away! This works well when you are shooting your clients in a studio space (like we did here for Mina and Haroon’s family session at Loft 305) or out on a remote location, and they worry about looking natural in their environment. I’ve found this is also a slam-dunk strategy when young kids are involved in a shoot. They’re usually the slowest to warm up for the camera, but they’re also the ones who are usually eating up my crazy laugh the most, kinda like they eat up mac ‘n cheese, peanut butter & jelly, ice cream and sprinkles, ya feel me?

Beautiful Mina, hubby Haroon and their sweet 6.5 year old daughter, Alina, were a pleasure to photograph. I shot Mina’s wedding and I love that they called me back to photograph their little family. Have a peek!

xo, Melissa

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Melissa Diep Photography is a highly sought after wedding, engagement, family, maternity, newborn, baby, and children portrait photographer based in Chicago. Melissa strives to capture organic moments as works of art. She loves to incorporate natural environments and soft light to create beautiful imagery.

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Come away with me and take a little trip to paradise! Today’s breathtaking destination wedding has me dreaming of another weekend (or week) away in the land of clear blue skies and stunning coastline views, also known as Cancun, Mexico! In October I had the pleasure of documenting Kristin and Brad’s destination wedding at the luxurious Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun. Besides the fact that it took place in dreamy Mexico and I got to escape chilly Chicago, this wedding was perfect for so many reasons. A pretty palette of pastel sky blue bridesmaid dresses, bright white tablecloths, and golden sunshine made this wedding a breath of fresh air. Literally. (I meannn, the ceremony overlooked the ocean!) Beyond the chic resort style details, the delightful strums of a mariachi band filled the air at this wedding.

Kristin and Brad are one of the kindest, sweetest couples I’ve met. Brad has sort of a hard demeanor, but when it comes to her he’s a self-proclaimed softie – and I quote him: “I’m very soft when it comes to Kristin.” That should give you an indication of their romantic love for one another. The thing I love most about photographing destination weddings is that this type of affair is often simple and intimate. It doesn’t require a lot of frills, there is a natural energy pulsing from the exoticness of the destination, and only your nearest and dearest come together as you say “I do.”

So really, how could you not daydream the day away when taking in every last breathtaking moment of this wedding? It’s destination perfection from start to finish and you can see it all here. Happy browsing!

xo, Melissa

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Kristin and Brad’s Wedding Guide ::

Venue, Secrets Silversands Riviera Cancun // Bride’s Gown, Essence of Australia, Badgley Mischka shoes // Bride’s Hair & Makeup, provided by resort // Groom’s Attire, Bonobos // Bridesmaids’ Dresses, Donna Morgan // Event Designer, provided by resort // Wedding Consultant, Cecilia Rangel (provided by resort) // Florist, Exquisite Designs // Cake, provided by resort // Caterer, provided by resort // Music, provided by resort // Videographer, provided by resort

 

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Melissa Diep Photography is a highly sought after wedding, engagement, family, maternity, newborn, baby, and children portrait photographer based in Chicago. Melissa strives to capture organic moments as works of art. She loves to incorporate natural environments and soft light to create beautiful imagery.

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