Lifestyle Photo Sessions | Melodi Photography | Bakersfield Family Photographer

Recently I was asked about my favorite picture of all times. And I started thinking. I thought about the images of my family, images of my clients, images of my daughter, etc. I am still thinking…

I just can not find that most favorite one, because there is not just ONE! There is tons of them! But there is one thing that they all have in common.

They are moments…

They are telling a story…

They are REAL…

I like posed images and I take a lot of them. But also I always encourage the interaction and fun family activities in my sessions to find that true moment and unique lifestyle features. In addition, families bring objects from their home that are ‘meaningful and special’ to them. It is fun to be doing some outdoor activities with your family, having your own belongings with you and being photographed to preserve those moments. I want your images to reflect who you are! The way you interact with each other, the things you do with your kids, the way you look at each other’s eyes… Your unique characteristics as a family…

I want those images to be their FAVORITE images. So I am open to any ideas that you may have. Do you wanna go to your favorite ice-cream shop for your session? Or to the coffee house you go everyday? I am in. I can come to your house, too, to photograph you in your favorite couch snuggling with your kids, or in the kitchen baking the sweetest cookies.

Just let me know…

I look forward to capturing you and your family as you are… 

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Hi! I'm Ipek! I’m so glad you’re here! Whether you’re embarking on motherhood for the first time or simply wanting updated photos of your growing family – these are moments that you will forever have to cherish and share with the ones you love, and I’m beyond grateful that you would consider me capturing them. Be sure to take a look around and let me know if you have any questions.

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This little desk, a laptop, and a lot of heart.What started as a way to stay close to my babies slowly became a business, a purpose, and a creative life I’m deeply grateful for.You don’t need a huge studio or perfect timing to begin.Sometimes it starts right at home—one small step, one client, one “what if I try?”If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your creativity into something more,this is your sign that it’s possible 🤍Bakersfield Baby Photographer Bakersfield Newborn Photographer Bakersfield Family Photographer Melodi Photography 	•	work from home photographer	•	home-based photography business	•	creative work from home	•	mom-owned business	•	building a business from home	•	flexible creative career	•	work-life balance as a photographer	•	creating from home

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This past year was full of tiny moments that didn’t feel big at the time —a sleepy newborn stretch, a messy cake smash, shy smiles, giggles that lasted only seconds ♥️Memories fade.The details soften.But photos don’t✨They freeze the in-between moments we forget we’ll miss.They remind us how small they once were, how fast everything changed.They bring us back to seasons we didn’t know we’d be nostalgic for yet.As I look back at this year’s sessions, I’m reminded why printing photos matters so much.Because one day, these images won’t just be photos —they’ll be proof of love, growth, and time passing far too quickly.Here’s to a year full of stories, families, and moments that deserve to be remembered —not just in our hearts, but in our hands. 📖✨#MelodiPhotography#BakersfieldPhotographer#BakersfieldMoms#CaliforniaPhotographer#memories

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She didn’t wait for the “right time.”She showed up as she is. ✨This session was about honoring herself, her journey, and this season of life ♥️#melodiphotography #bakersfieldportraitphotographer #womeninspiringwomen #kerncountyphotographer #womenportrait

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Yes, it was freezing.But these moments? Warm forever 🤍🍁So glad we made it happen..#WorthTheCold#FallFamilyPhotos#AutumnSessions#FamilyMoments#CozyMemories#MelodiPhotography#bakersfieldfamilyphotographer

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families • maternity • newborn