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Wife | Mother | Photographer | Educator

About Melissa Shearer
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Melissa holding her camera in a field of flowers
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Hey, I'm Melissa

Melissa Shearer Photography was founded nearly a decade ago because I wanted to capture the moments that matter.

When I’m not capturing your family’s stories, I’m making memories with my husband, our two wild boys and our Rottweiler-Mastiff.

Storytelling and preserving memories has been ingrained in me for as long as I can remember.  It motivated me to obtain my BA in Film Studies from Brock University, work in television for a handful of years, and was a driving force behind my decade-long career as a professional travel writer.  Ultimately, collecting photographs of all the people, places and things that I never wanted to forget is something I’ve done since my uncle gifted me my first camera at the tender age of 8-  and I’ve never looked back!

It took becoming a mom to realize how important it was to prioritize photographing our memories because these are the photographs that future generations will hold in their hands and they are the tangible proof of your family’s legacy. 

The most important photos are without a doubt meeting your child for the first time – and it was after having my second son’s birth professionally documented that I knew I had to help parents preserve the unforgettable moment of first holding their baby in their arms.  I am now a member of the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers and Melissa Shearer Photography has expanded to offer education to newly established photographers through one-to-one mentorship, workshops, content days and community-building events.

From meeting your baby for the first time to the laughter of your growing children, let me preserve your family’s story in photographs - book now for memories that will last a lifetime.

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What makes me different

At Melissa Shearer Photography, I capture the heart and soul of your family’s most precious moments.

Let me help you create timeless memories that you’ll cherish forever.

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Emotive Storytelling:

I capture the in-between moments—the laughter, the quiet touches, the way your family feels like yours. No stiff poses, just real connection and fleeting memories made timeless.

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Personalized Experience:

Clients get personalized support with virtual planning sessions, in-person styling sessions, an extensive client closet, and comprehensive prep guides to ensure each photo session is fun and relaxed, allowing true personalities to shine through.

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Mentorship & growth:

I’m passionate about mentoring photographers with real, no-BS guidance. Through mentorship, workshops, masterminds and community events, I help photographers build confidence, refine their craft, and create a sustainable business—without all the trial and error.

Features & accolades

I’ve had the honour of having my work featured in VOGUE, Best Version Media, and Travel Massive, as well as showcased by the City of Toronto’s St. Lawrence Market, Toronto Tourism, Jamaica Tourism Board, and Nomad Adventure Tours Africa.

I’ve had the joy of collaborating with award-winning artists like the James Barker Band and Leah Daniels. I’m proud to be a member of the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers, where I continue to grow and share my passion for capturing one of life’s most intimate and transformative moments.

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