MGM Photography

New Family Member

2010-02-26T15:51:00.002-05:00

So my husband and I have been talking about getting a new dog. We thought it would be best to get one in the summer time. For fun we looked online at different rescues and came across the cutest dog! Even though we did not plan on getting a new dog yet we couldn't resist. So we now have a new member to our family and just love her!

Hatfield Elementary

2010-02-26T14:46:00.005-05:00

Thank you Hatfield Elementary for having me as your Artist In Residence. It was a fun week working with the students and meeting the staff.

Wedding Day

2009-12-29T15:00:00.002-05:00

November 21, 2009 our wedding day

Thank you to my wonderful and talented friends for photographing our special day!

http://www.suebphotography.com/ Sue B Photography

http://www.elizabethmccormick.com/ Elizabeth McCormick

Three Years In Business

2009-12-29T14:58:00.002-05:00

In September MGM Photography celebrated Three Years in business!

Artist In Residence at Knapp Elementary

2009-06-04T13:24:00.003-04:00

I would like to thank Knapp Elementary for having me as their Artist-In-Residence. The Staff and Students were very welcoming. I had such a wonderful week with everyone! If you ever visit Knapp please be sure to check out the pictures MGM Photography put together. Thank you again to everyone at Knapp!

More Information:
http://dev.npenn.org/inside_information/volume%205_2/Featured%20Artist.htm

Giveaway

2009-03-29T13:16:00.001-04:00

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***This Giveaway will end April 10, 2009***
Please do not forget to email me after leaving a comment so you can win your prize. If you do not email me I will not know how to contact you and you will not get the prize. melissa@mgmphotography.net Thanks!

Speaking at North Penn High School

2009-02-03T10:35:00.002-05:00

Photographer shares tips with North Penn students

Friday, January 30, 2009 7:04 AM EST
By DAN SOKIL
TOWAMENCIN — Five classes of North Penn High School photography students were able to learn from a professional Thursday, local photographer (and 2001 NPHS graduate) Melissa Medlin."Notice how you have this shadow in front of their face. You really want to angle your subjects toward the light all the time," said Medlin, as she posed two models for the class: her 7-year-old sister Madison and 9-year-old brother Zachary."OK, when you're two people like this, make sure they relax their hands so everything looks very natural. If you can put his inside hand on her shoulder, like this, it really brings things together and makes a nice portrait, but don't put his other hand up too because it'll look like it's coming from out of nowhere," Medlin said.Acting as an artist-in-residence to photography teacher Joanne Watkeys, Medlin visited classes at North Penn on Tuesday to talk about her background and business, MGM Photography, while her two models helped out by posing for photos Thursday morning. "I find that as a teacher, sometimes you can tell the kids something and they might not really learn or absorb it, but if someone professional comes in and shows them, it really makes a big difference," said Watkeys.Four of Watkeys' digital photography classes and one group of teacher Mike Werner's were able to learn from the experts, thanks to a grant from the district's Educational Foundation."It's a great opportunity for my classes, because we've only really done portraits once so far this year and it was outside," said Werner."Most of my kids just went off and did portraits on their own then, so this is a great opportunity for me to actually be around and able to help them out while they're doing it," he said.A backdrop and studio lights (some belonging to Medlin and some to the school) transformed the typical high school classroom into a miniature studio Thursday morning, while Medlin snapped and showed students her successful shots and then passed on her tips for them."Always take a test shot first, just to check your lighting and make sure everything lines up. OK, Zach, now put your chin up just a little bit, and give me that cool look, like 'Yo, what's up, all the ladies love me,'" she said.Paying attention to detail, Medlin told the students, and getting your subjects to relax is key, so telling a joke or acting silly for younger children can be a big help."Madison is a very giggly girl, so once you start her laughing it's hard to stop sometimes, but after you get them laughing always be ready to snap that perfect shot," she said.And after learning how to shoot portraits, Medlin moved out to the hallway where sunlight reflecting off bright snow provided plenty of natural light for student photographers to play with. "Earlier today it was really bright, so we had to turn down our exposure a little bit, but look at the way that catch light is reflected in her eyes, which I think is really flattering. If you see something interesting like that, go with it, like look at the way her eyes are really looking pretty here," she said.

For more information on Medlin's photography company, visit http://www.mgmphotography.net/.

Thank you North Penn High School for having me come in. I had a great time speaking with the students and would love to come back again!

My Love

2008-11-03T21:34:00.004-05:00

Today is me and my fiancé six year anniversary!

Mark your my best friend in the world. It has been an amazing six years. I love you so much babe!

The Rain Didn't Stop Us!

2008-10-30T21:47:00.009-04:00

Thank you to everyone who came out in the rain for this event! We raised $210 for The Children's Hospital Of Philadelpha and had around 50 can goods for Manna On Main!

Thank you to my awesome Mom and Brother for helping me out the whole day. Also thank you to my great friends and family members who came out to support the event. It really meant a lot to me!

Portrait Sessions That Help Others

2008-10-03T16:47:00.002-04:00

Please help spread the word about this event and I hope to see you there!

Two Years In Business

2008-09-09T15:52:00.002-04:00

MGM Photography is celebrating is Second Year in business! Thank you to all my wonderful clients, family and friends for spreading the word about MGM Photography. It means so much!

Fishing In Canada

2008-08-20T18:42:00.003-04:00

So I went on a camping and fishing trip to Canada with my fiance and his father. It was my first time in Canada and also my first time camping out for a whole week. I've done weekend camping trips but never a week. Not being able to shower everyday and having a lot of bugs around did get to me time to time but I have to say I had an amazing time! We did a lot of fishing and every time I would catch a fish I got so excited! The lake was so pretty to look at. My favorite time was right before sunset, it was so beautiful! It was a great trip!

Happy Birthday

2008-07-30T11:20:00.006-04:00

So my Moms birthday was on Monday. I wanted to put this up then but didn't get a chance. So better late then never. Mom I hope you really enjoyed your special day you spent with the family. I love you so much, your the best Mom ever!

Going Back In Time

2008-07-23T15:45:00.019-04:00

So here is where it started. My Mother always wanted to have a girl and after having four boys she finally had her baby girl...

So my four brothers had to welcome their new baby sister home. Growing up with four older brothers was hmm well it had its good and bad. Of course I did get teased a lot but wasn't that their job? For the most part it was great and they are awesome brothers to have!

As a child I actually grew up around photography. My Uncle Joe is an amazing photographer and photographed me a lot! My grandfather also is a great photographer and takes so many wonderful pictures from around the world. So I got use to the camera at a young age.

So that is a little information about me as a young child. Please keep checking back at my blog to learn more about me. I'm going to post something about twice a month. Thanks for reading!