Melissa's

Melissa Photography · Paris

Female photographer for your Muslim or oriental wedding in Paris

A female photographer who speaks Arabic, French and English, to photograph your henna night, your wedding and your celebration with respect for your privacy and your traditions.

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Newlyweds showing their wedding rings
The rings
Bride and groom under a pink Paris sky
Paris, pink sky
Newlyweds hand in hand
Hand in hand

In many families, some moments of the wedding happen among women: the bride getting ready, the henna night, the women's hall. Being a woman means I can be there, discreetly, without anyone feeling uncomfortable.

I speak Arabic, French and English. I understand both families, I know how to wait for the right moment during the couple's entrance or the outfit changes, and I organise group photos quickly without rushing anyone.

Your photos stay yours: a private, password-protected gallery, and nothing is posted on my social media without your written consent. If some guests prefer not to be photographed, we plan for it together before the day.

What you get

  • A female photographer for the women-only moments (getting ready, henna, women's hall)
  • The henna night, town hall and celebration, depending on the package
  • Respect for modesty: we agree together on what can be photographed
  • A private, password-protected gallery, nothing published without your consent
  • Conversations in Arabic, French or English with you and your family

Questions people ask

Are you really a female photographer?

Yes. I, Melissa, come and photograph your wedding myself. I don't send someone else.

Do you post the photos on Instagram?

Never without your written consent. By default, your photos stay only in your private gallery.

Can you cover the henna night and the celebration on two different days?

Yes. We combine packages, for example a half day for the henna and a full day for the celebration. Describe your programme in the order envelope and I will send you a quote.

Do you travel to venues across Île-de-France?

Yes, in Paris and all of Île-de-France. Tell me the venue in your message and I will confirm.

Tell me your story

Fill in the order envelope and I'll reply within 24 hours, in French, English or Arabic.

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