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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Every tag, share, and “you should book with her” means more to me than you might realize. 🤍
When you share your photos and tag Melodi Photography, you help another family find me—and hearing about me from someone they trust makes such a difference.
To everyone who recommends me to a friend, shares a post, or comes back year after year: thank you. You’re a big part of how this little business keeps growing, and I don’t take that for granted.🙏🏻✨
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One day, they’re all sleepy stretches and tiny toes. Then suddenly, they’re crawling away from you with somewhere very important to be. 😂
Every stage comes with its own little expressions, favorite ways to play, and new family moments.
These photos are from different sessions, but they share the same idea: remembering your little ones just as they are right now.
And parents, get in a few photos too. Those cuddles belong in the album. 🤍
What’s something your little one does lately that you want to remember?
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I’ve always been a hard worker, but running my own business has shown me what that looks like in the little moments.😊
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It gets busy but I love the energy of photographing Bakersfield families and babies!
If photos have been on your mind, now’s a good time to reach out so we can find a date that works for your family 🤍
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No plan, no perfect location—just a camera, a walk, and whatever catches my eye ☺️
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Why does a newborn session take 2–3 hours? 🤍
Not because we’re taking photos for three hours straight. 😉
A lot of that time is spent not taking pictures at all.
Feeding. Soothing. Changing. Cuddling. Waiting for baby to settle. And sometimes trying something, realizing baby has other plans, and moving on. 😄
There’s no pressure to “get the shot” quickly.
Your baby sets the pace, and I build plenty of time into newborn sessions so we can follow their cues instead of watching the clock.
Because beautiful newborn photos shouldn’t come at the expense of a comfortable baby—or stressed parents.
Come in, get comfortable, and let your baby be a baby. 🤍
I’ll take care of the rest.
Save this for your newborn session!
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Whether you’re dreaming of cozy fall leaves or festive Christmas moments, there’s a little something for everyone. 🤎❤️
🍁 Fall Mini Sessions
30-minute session • 12 digital images
CSUB or a local park in SW Bakersfield
🎄 Christmas Mini Sessions
15-minute session • 5 digital images
Hart Park • November 28, 29 & December 5
Two seasons. Two beautiful ways to capture your family right where you are right now. ❤️
Which one feels more like you—🍂 Fall or 🎄 Christmas?
📍Booking Links in Bio
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Process and result ✨
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Specializing in
families • maternity • newborn
