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Owner / Photographer

About Melissa

I opened Melissa McGee Photography in 2010, after a previous career in Interior Design, and haven’t looked back.
I love being an entrepreneur (though it’s not for the faint of heart!) and really enjoy meeting and geeking out with fellow entrepreneurs. I’m a Midwest native, and currently live in the Kansas City area with my husband, daughter, and ginger cat.

Being an artistic person, I thrive on variety and the excitement of trying something new. (That used to lead to a lot of hobbies, ha!) Now, in my spare time, I hang out with my daughter and sometimes get to do something crafty!

I spend a significant amount of time and money learning from the best in the photographic and business industries to keep me at the top of my game. It is definitely a fun adventure!

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Why a session with me is different:

I try to make sure your session is just as memorable an experience as the images that result from it.  My sessions are stress-free and fun, and allow my client’s personalities to shine through. Overall, my goal is to create a unique, memorable session experience that results in images that bring back wonderful memories and warm feelings every time you look at them.

In my sessions, I try to encourage people to be authentic and true to who they are, because I believe we are each
created uniquely, and for a purpose. I find that people are at their best (beautiful and amazing!) when they are true to that self, and embrace the chance to show it off to the world!

What I believe:

I choose to be a photographer, everyday, because I want to show people what I see, and I want them to know that they are seen. Not just visually seen, but really SEEN. I want my clients to know that they are more than what they feel they are on any given run-of-the-mill “everyday”. They are more than just a little kid, a nerve-frayed momma, a stressed out parent, a self-conscious teenager, or a lonely pet.

YOU are truly unique from anyone else in this world, and you are that way for a reason and a purpose, and THAT is beautiful. You are incredible, amazing and worthy of being remembered and treasured.

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REVIEWS

Ashley C.
Ashley C.@mylifespacemoments
"Could we have her take our pictures every year? My 7 year old couldn't stop asking me during and after the shoot. During the session this year and last year, he told Melissa he'd like to have her be our family photographer every year. This is from a boy who cheeks haven't relaxed from "cheese"-ing since I first asked him to smile for the camera as a mere baby! 😉 Let's just say the he doesn't love that I take so many snapshots of him so this is a big compliment to @melissamcgeephoto!"
Ashley C.
Ashley C.@mylifespacemoments
"@melissamcgeephoto works so well with my kiddos and I can tell she has reserves of patience. Shoot, when your photographer is helping coax/wrangle 3 kids who want to go in every direction and she still has the poise she does when taking professional headshots, her patience shows. And that's HUGE for parents because we all know how stressful family photo day can feel --leading up to it and upon arrival. Our photo shoot was 2 days ago, and it's super fresh in my mind how excited my kids were to run nature's playground, but Melissa had siren music that lured them in when it was go time. (I mean they are ages 207, so that says a lot.)"
Ashley C.
Ashley C.@mylifespacemoments
"After three photo sessions with Melissa McGee Photography, my comments are as glowing as ever! Last summer our family session ended with a powder paint fight, and this time we spalshed each other in the creek. If you book a family fun photo sesh with Melissa McGee, you'll find that you look forward to the finale of fun just as much as the kids! Book @melissamcgeephoto for no regrets photos. #kcfamilyphotographer #kcpetphotography"
Nate L.
Nate L.Headshot Client
"The experience was very professional and efficient, nothing could have improved the experience. I felt extremely prepared and Melissa was very competent, professional and efficient. The price was fair and the quality was great. I especially appreciated the efficiency."
Sarah S.
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"My sister said it (The Santa Experience) was the most charming thing she had ever participated in (that's direct quote) and the kids were talking about it for days. We plan to make it an annual tradition, based on the experience alone!"
Sarah S.
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"We plan to do it every year. So worth it. The session was amazing! The kids had a wonderful time, and are still taling about it! They LOVED it! The loved the detail and the stories. Describing The Santa Experience was the focus of Thanksgiving for us. My favorite part was watching the awe on their faces. My sister suggested that we do it, and I'm so glad we did!
Cynthia B.
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"I must say, everything was perfect. You did a beautiful job with the setting...and Santa was the BEST! We are still getting compliments on your shots and how bright and cheery the pictures were. The atmosphere was very relaxed which didn't make anyone stress. I could tell you put your heart into it as always. I tell people to sign up now, because next year, it's going to get booked fast."
Julie J.
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"I just purchased my Santa Experience for next year! It's a whole year away, and I am still excited."
Debbie P.
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"The investments was well worth it! I will be able to use the photos for a variety of different business projects and social media etc. The story line you crafted of the photos was a surprise gem for me!"
Jennifer L.
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"Every time I have pet friends over, I whip out my photos of Catapult and Daisy and give them her card. I legit need no prompting to do that."
Shannon R.
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"Melissa does a wonderful job! She did an amazing job capturing our 6 month old in all his essence. She was fun to work with, interacted with our little guy, and had great imagery for our shoot. Her images were beautifully, yet naturally touched up and we loved so many of them, it was difficult to choose!"
Celeste R.
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"These turned out perfect! We had so much fun!"