Located in Bakersfield, California
Ipek is excellent in every way! She was very friendly and worked great with us and our 3 children. She was very accommodating to my requests and found just the right location for our holiday photos which turned out perfect! Turn around time for our proofs was very quick too. We look forward to booking another session with her.
Sarah
Ipek did a wonderful job photographing our newborn baby girl. We absolutely love all of the images. Her studio was clean and welcoming; her props were clean and she had a great variety. Best of all was how she interacted with our baby girl. She was extremely patient and caring, which we really appreciated. Ipek is very passionate about her work and it really shows. 5 stars!!!!
Matthew
Ipek at Melodi Photography has done photos of my children on multiple occasions and I have been beyond happy! I've been blown away with not only the quality of her work but also how she interacts with my three kiddos to achieve the most amazing photos! I have throughly enjoyed every session and more so the lasting memories that are captured for me to have forever ❤️Her packages also come with an app lookbook download of the photos from our session that I absolutely love and enjoy sharing with family and friends.
Lindsay
We love Melodi Photography! Ipek has photographed our family now four times and there’s no one else I would trust. Not only is she amazing with kids but her print selections are plentiful and the investment is more than worth the quality. She really takes her time to get pictures you will love and want to hang in your home forever. I could go on saying nice things forever!.
Kiraa
Ipek and Melodi Photography are amazing all around! From start to finish she puts every ounce of care and thought into what she does and your entire experience. I was a little late on the newborn photos timeframe and she was still able to get the amazing squishy perfect adorable shots of my baby girl, and she has a ton of patience!! She understands new moms and new babies 100%! The prints, the books, the packaging, all beautiful, great quality and amazing! I just found Ipek due to lack of being able to find anyone else at the time, and I will be returning for sure!!
Jessica
Oh what beautiful and precious photos! Ipek was so patient with our baby who was a bit fussy. Her home studio was equipped with beautiful and delicate outfits. She was so attentive to every single detail to ensure a beautiful photograph every time. Her final product was flawless. A true professional! Will return when baby turns 6 months.
Damarys
Our baby came earlier than expected, so we had to quickly find a newborn photographer! Ipek was prompt with her response and able to fit us into her schedule soon. Her home studio is comfortable and cozy with pretty much every adorable baby prop and backdrop imaginable. Ipek (the photographer) was calm and gentle with our newborn, which eased us sleep-deprived parents as well. The photos are so precious!! Ipek truly worked her magic. We are so glad we went with Melodi Photography, and we plan to use her again for future photo needs in Bakersfield.
Aura
Best family photographer in town! We recently did our one year old's photos with Ipek and they are beautiful. She is very professional through every step of the process and we could not be happier with our choice to have her capture this important milestone in our daughter's life! We will definitely use her for photos in the future as well.
Ashley
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Not to be dramatic but… being a photographer is 10 jobs in one.
I’m the one hyping you up during your session,
the one chasing golden light and toddler smiles,
then going home to hours of editing while the house is finally quiet.
I’m also the scheduler, the marketer, the bookkeeper, the late-night email responder… a full-on solopreneur building something from the ground up.
It’s long days, full memory cards, and never really “clocking out” —
but it’s also storytelling, connection, and creating something that lasts longer than all of us.
And somehow… I wouldn’t trade it for anything 🤍
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How to prepare your baby for a photo session 🤍
Let me make this simple for you—no stress needed.
Feed your baby right before the session
A full baby = a happy baby
Bring the essentials
Extra diapers, wipes, a pacifier, and a favorite blanket always help
Relax… your baby can feel your energy
If you’re calm, they’re more likely to be calm too
And most importantly—trust the process 🤍
I’ve worked with so many babies, and every session flows in its own beautiful way.
You don’t need a “perfect” baby… just your baby ✨
Save this for your session day & send it to a mama who needs this 💛
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Maybe because every time I travel, it brings me back to where my story began. I grew up in Türkiye, and now I’m raising my family in a different part of the world… somewhere between two cultures, two homes.
Travel feels different when you live like this—new places, but familiar feelings.
And through it all, I see everything through my lens. Photography is how I hold onto those in-between moments… the ones that feel like pieces of both past and present.
I can hardly wait for summer so I can travel across the ocean again to visit both my hometown and some new countries☀️
If you’re traveling, where are you visiting this summer? 🌍👇
1-year sessions are a little unpredictable… and that’s exactly the magic of it 🤍
At this age, I’m not chasing perfect poses—I’m watching for personality, movement, and those in-between moments that feel the most real.
The curious looks, the tiny steps, the way they reach for you…
that’s what makes these sessions so special 🥹
If your kids are older… do you miss this stage? 🥹👇
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Be honest… posed photos or candid moments? 👇
I’ll go first…
I start with posed,
but the candid ones always steal my heart 🤍
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For me, it looks like
tiny fingers, sleepy babies,
chaotic toddler energy,
and moms who just want to remember this season 🤍
10+ years in, and I still don’t take it for granted.
What’s your dream job? 👇
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Bakersfield mamas 🤍
You’re always the one behind the camera…
but these moments with your little ones deserve to be captured too.
I’m offering Motherhood Mini Sessions during Spring Break week (March 30th- April 6th) 🌸
Focused on your connection with your children 🫶🏼
✨ Limited spots available
✨ Designed for moms + her children of all ages
✨ Studio session in Bakersfield
📍👉 Click on the link in bio to reserve your spot before they’re gone
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You don’t need to know how to pose to have beautiful photos 🤍
The truth is… almost everyone feels a little awkward at the beginning of a session.
The “what do I do with my hands?” feeling is very real 😅
But here’s the secret — the best photos don’t come from perfect posing.
They come from connection.
Talk to your kids.
Hold them close.
Walk, laugh, cuddle, play.
I’ll guide you the whole time so you never feel lost — but the magic always happens in those in-between moments you didn’t even realize were being captured.
So if you’re worried about looking natural…
you already are ✨
Save this for your next session & send it to someone who says “I’m awkward in photos” 💛
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Specializing in
families • maternity • newborn