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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Sweet baby R. ❤️❤️❤️
Every baby brings their own rhythm to a session 🤍
This little one needed a slower start. A bit more comfort. A bit more time in cozy arms before settling.
So we listened.
We kept her gently swaddled.
We slowed the pace.
We allowed for extra cuddles and pauses.
Newborn sessions are never about forcing poses. They’re about reading the baby in front of you and adjusting with patience.
Swaddling can be incredibly comforting for babies who need that extra sense of security. And honestly? There’s something so timeless about a peacefully wrapped newborn.
Every session teaches me again that flexibility matters. Babies lead the way — we simply follow.
And somehow, it always turns out exactly as it’s meant to 🤍
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What parents should know about baby milestone photo sessions 💕
Milestone sessions are about more than age — they’re about development, personality, and connection during your baby’s first year.
🍼 Milestones are based on ability, not just age!
Every baby develops differently. Some sit early, some crawl later, some skip stages — milestone sessions are planned around what your baby can comfortably do, not a strict timeline.
📸 The focus is on natural expressions:
Milestone sessions are baby-led. I follow your baby’s cues, allowing time for smiles, curiosity, movement, and breaks when needed.
🎨 Simple setups tell a timeless story!
Clean, minimal setups keep the attention on your baby — their expressions, features, and personality — so your photos don’t feel dated years from now.
🤍 Each stage deserves to be remembered:
Newborn, sitter, crawler, or first birthday — every phase is fleeting and meaningful in its own way. Milestone sessions allow families to preserve more than just one moment in time.
👶 A calm experience matters!
A relaxed environment helps babies feel comfortable, which leads to more genuine expressions and images that truly reflect who they are.
If you’re wondering which milestone is right for your baby, I’m always happy to guide you.
📍 Bakersfield baby photographer
📅 Now booking baby milestone sessions
Newborns. Sitters. Crawlers. One-year-olds.
Every baby’s journey is different,
but the first year is always unforgettable 🤍
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This Spider-Man themed birthday photo session was pure joy 🕷️
He’s 4, confident, playful, and completely in his element 😃
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Superhero kids photo session
Melodi Photography
Every birthday comes with a different smile, a different energy, a different story 🎉
That’s why no two sessions ever look the same—and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Bakersfield birthday photography | Studio sessions available
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Baby D. 💕
Newborn sessions aren’t about perfection—they’re about patience, safety, and comfort 🤍 After 10+ years of newborn photography, I design every session to be calm and baby-led.
They are best planned before baby arrives 🤍 I’m currently booking newborn sessions in Bakersfield, with a calm, baby-led approach. If you’re expecting, now is the perfect time to reserve your spot.
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From maternity photos to newborn portraits, watching families return is everything 🤍
Proud to be a Bakersfield maternity photographer and Bakersfield newborn photographer trusted with these moments.
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Loved, cherished, and wrapped in tradition ✨
Second session with this beautiful family 🤍
From big sister’s one-year milestone to capturing their sweet baby girl at two months old ✨
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families • maternity • newborn