Melinda Knutson Photography

09/07/2026

How did you all spend your Labor Day weekend? Mine was so much fun!!! I get to spend time with Bethany Snook McKinney and her awesome family! In all seriousness... why wouldn't you want to capture the way you spend your summers with your kids? They grow up so unbelievably fast... we get 18 summers with them before they head off to college 🥹 Book the session!!!

08/28/2026

Today was so much fun!! I got to spend time with the CUTEST {almost} FIVE year old 🎂🎉💗

What did you do for fun today?

08/27/2026

There is something truly special about the bond we share with our dogs. They become our companions, our comfort, our constant shadows—and somehow, they manage to leave the biggest paw prints on our hearts. 🐾❤️

Sessions like this one mean so much to me. Capturing the connection between a person and her beloved dog is about so much more than taking beautiful photographs. It’s about preserving a relationship that is deeply personal, unconditional, and irreplaceable.

We love them forever, even though we don't get to keep them forever. But that bond we share can live on through photographs—images that bring back their expressions, their personalities, the way they looked at us, the belly rubs and the feeling of having them right by our side.

These are the moments worth preserving. These are the memories that become priceless with time. 📸🐾❤️

08/24/2026

One thing that you will see in my contracts these days is the option to share little faces, to only share photos that do not show full faces or no photos shared at all. It's your choice and that's how it should be.

I took a giant leap backwards with this session. Back when I first started this business, I did a lot of studio portraits and I truly miss this kind of work. One of my favorite Mama's brought her little ones and we spent an afternoon doing some fun, casual photos of her and her two littles right in my living room... I promise to share more soon 😉

08/23/2026

There's this sweet little flower farm in Weaverville called Enchanted Mountain Flowers and you should check it out! April, Bentley and their sweet little mascot fairy make the most beautiful bouquets and they do subscriptions. Who doesn't want gorgeous flowers in their home all summer? This is the second time that I've photographed their little farm and this time April has added a special service... you can book a massage in the middle of this garden in a screened gazebo and when you're finished, you can pick yourself a bouquet to take home! That's something that I'll be booking- how about you?

08/23/2026

I met up with this beautiful soul and her sweet boy last night. Being a dog Mom, I love that she wanted this special session with her boy. I think everyone should book one ❤🐾

I'm finishing up Enchanted Mountain Flowers today and then I'll be back to share more of this sweet session.

**A quick reminder: I've had to limit my fall sessions quite a bit this year and have very few openings so reach out if you're wanting a grab a spot!

08/22/2026

Hey everyone! 🍂 Fall is right around the corner, but my calendar is going to look a lot different this year. Due to some unexpected health and personal reasons, I’m only able to take on a limited number of sessions before winding down this winter.
Because spots are so limited, I won't be able to open up normal booking blocks. If you’re hoping to grab one of these fall slots, please click the link in my bio (or send me a DM) right away!
Thank you all so much for understanding and for always supporting my business ❤

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08/19/2026

Brothers... built in best friends ❤ I first met this big brother when he was just a bit older than the little guy, my how time flies!! We had a fun morning adventuring and capturing some sweet moments and I was so happy to have that time with them all 🥰

08/18/2026

Can I tell you all how sad it makes me that I can't post my best work anymore? I could, but my heart doesn't feel right about it. AI is being used for things that have put me into mama bear mode and that includes all of the sweet souls that I have the pleasure of photographing. I made the decision earlier this year to not show children's faces on social media, only profiles, partially hidden, and any image that makes it impossible for AI to use. I feel that it's the right decision but it is HARD to be in this business and not show your work. If you could only see some of the photos of this beautiful, sassy girl that I had the best evening with!!!

What are your thoughts about it all? I'm curious to hear from other photographers and parents.

07/29/2026

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