st. louis child photographer » specializing in newborn, children, engagement, maternity & high school senior photography

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  • Artist, Melanie Acker, captures the authenticity of childhood and love through photographs. Her images are full of emotion. Serving the greater St. Louis, Missouri area, she uses the ever changing seasons of the midwest as her "studio" to create timeless portraits. Take a visit to her website gallery to view more of her work or contact her to book your session!

{Christmas list . . .} St. Louis Child Photographer

I usually never think about Christmas this early in the year, but when I saw this coffee mug I knew immediatly I needed to put it on my list. Of course I don’t actually drink coffee, but it would be SO cute to drink my diet coke or hot chocolate from.  You can get it here for $23.00.  I’ve never ordered anything from there before, but I also see that it is available through ebay.

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{lisa} st. louis maternity photographer – st. charles maternity photography

So I’ve decided there’s a little more pressure when I’m doing a session for a friend because I REALLY want the images to be special for them. But it’s also probably harder for them because I “drag them around” more, ha!  Anyway, meet beautiful Lisa – soon to be mama of 3! These two images below are my fav. because this was right after she said something to me like, “I’m really not good in front of the camera” (or something like that). Hmmmmm, she’s gorgeous!

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{mother’s day} st. louis/st. charles childrens photographer

I’m so easy to please for mother’s day – ALL I want is for the kiddos to cooperate for me to take their photographs.  That’s it, plain & simple.  My son is finally to the age where he will listen, have fun and generally I always walk away with shots I adore.  My daughter, well . . .she’s 2, enough said, right?  Bribes don’t work, but persistence SOMETIMES pay off. Any honestly I think her pout is cute!  Here’s what we ended up with this year!

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Angela - Melanie,
Your children are gorgeous! I love your photography! How do you catch so much bokeh? Even with a small depth of field I don’t seem to catch it as much as I’d like. I hope you have a fantastic birthday!
Blessings,
Angela

{morgan} st. louis/st.charles childrens photographer

This is WAY more photographs than I normally put up for a preview, but I just can’t seem to decide. You’ll see why when you take a peek here at Morgan. She just has amazing presence in front of the camera. Gorgeous girl – AND she’s got talent! She’s a student at the amazing Lisa Christine Studios and I hear she has a great voice!  Thank you for choosing me to work on your portfolio.  I can’t wait to see what opportunities come your way in the future.

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{my beauty} st. louis/st. charles childrens photographer

Who says it’s too cold to have a session? . . . .   I just have to work fast!:)  I am now booking for spring sessions. You can inquire/contact me through my website – www.melanieacker.com

Also, if you enjoy my work, follow me on Facebook and become a fan!  You can follow the direct link above or search for Melanie Acker Photography right on Facebook.

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