Located in Bakersfield, California
Meet Ipek
Hi there, I’m İpek (Pronounced as E-Pek). I’m a wife to a wonderful husband and a mom to two amazing children. What began as a passion to learn and create lasting memories of my kids exploded into my business – Melodi Photography. I strive to capture a baby/child’s spirit and a family’s personality. My clients can find themselves giggling, tickling and jumping during my sessions. And in my newborn sessions, I LOVE using timeless props.
random facts
I was born and raised in Turkey and I’ve been living in the U.S since 2007.
If I’m not chasing out sunsets, I’m most definitely chasing my kids.
I have a Master’s degree in Education (that I earned from the University of Oklahoma)
My Heart
By the way, you may be wondering why my business name is called Melodi Photography. It’s because of my daughter whose name is Melodi. Her big blue/gray eyes have always fueled my inspiration in photography.
Thank you so much for taking the time to meet me. Please check out my portfolio and blog to see the photographs of my beautiful clients. If you like my style, go ahead and contact me. I would be so honored to discuss how I could capture you and your loved ones in your/their best.
The Studio
Melodi Photography home-studio is where I create the newborn, baby and child photographs. The studio is stocked with backdrops, wraps, hats, bonnets, headbands, rompers and baskets for the beautiful newborns, babies and kids.
Connect with me
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Memories Written in the Sand, Five Years Strong 👣🥳
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The best part of my job?
Watching families grow—not just in numbers, but in love, laughter, and memories.
It’s an honor to be invited back again and again to capture it all. ♥️
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This little cutie turned the studio into his personal racetrack — props inspected, backdrops tested, laps completed. 🏃♂️💨😂
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Every day comes with choices…
This dress or that one? One more coffee or call it a day? 😄
But here’s the thing—
The little choices we make (with heart, humor, and maybe a bit of indecision) shape the life we’re creating.
So choose what feels good. Choose what brings peace.
And if all else fails—choose the cuter dress. 😉💛
What kind of choice are you making today—big or small?
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Love was all around during this session 💛
From the way they laughed together, cuddled their baby, and chased after their little ones — this family radiated joy and connection.
It’s moments like these that remind me why I do what I do. Real love. Real life. Beautifully captured.
If you’re dreaming of photos like these with your own crew, let’s make it happen this fall 🍂✨
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Give me good light and I’m happy. ☀️
That soft golden glow, the way it wraps around a moment and makes everything feel dreamy… yes please.🌅
Photography is all about noticing the little things—like how the light hits just right. ✨
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Tiny toes, sleepy yawns, squishy cheeks… and those little smiles that melt your heart. Every session is a reminder of how fleeting these early days are—and I get to freeze them in time for families to hold onto forever. 💛
Honestly? I love what I do. And I’m so grateful I get to do it. 🙏🏻
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I run on coffee, cuddles, and happy baby giggles. This business is my passion! 💫
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Specializing in
families • maternity • newborn