ABOUT US

We are Dustin and Melissa, a husband and wife photography team based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Formerly known as Blue Hour Creative, we specialize in timeless wedding and family photography rooted in genuine connection and honest storytelling.

For more than a decade, we've had the privilege of documenting people through some of life's most meaningful moments. From the anticipation of a wedding day to the beautifully ordinary moments of family life, we're drawn to the emotion, connection and little details that make your story unique.

Our approach is thoughtful and simple. We want you to be present while we preserve the moments as they naturally unfold, creating photographs that feel authentic today and remain meaningful over time. Trends will come and go. The people you love, the way a moment felt and the photographs that bring you back to it are what endure.

Dustin & Melissa | Authentic and timeless photography that tells your story.

Melissa

Every great photograph tells a story and preserves a moment in time. Melissa helps write our stories by focusing on the details and bringing out the best in you. Melissa is always looking for ways to make our sessions unique and fun, and she is the mastermind behind our popular mood boards. Her compassionate personality helps ensure that every client is comfortable and themselves.

Dustin & Melissa Photo

BEHIND THE STORY

Dustin

A marketer by day and photographer by night, Dustin is a tech geek with a love for art and creating. Dustin’s passion is capturing emotion in photographs and sharing that emotion with the world. With over 20 years of photography experience, Dustin is well versed in photographing the big moments and little moments alike.

BEHIND THE CAMERA

Better
Together

Some things are just better together.

Every session includes both Dustin + Melissa to help ensure that we capture your story.

Together, we're Dustin & Melissa Photo.

authentic &
TIMELESS

Dustin & Melissa Photo | EST. 2015
Photos that tell your story

We pride ourselves in building life long relationships. Through our work we have had the privilege to watch countless families grow and document treasured moments in an authentic and timeless way.

Our promise is that every client will receive the full experience which includes both Dustin and Melissa. From initial conversations and planning to photographing and editing, you can rest easy knowing that both of us are committed to pouring our souls into telling your story.

This is where the magic lies.