Pacific Drift

Pacific Drift

Casually cool california photography

At the heart of what I do is a love for capturing the kind of moments that feel as easy and natural as your favorite vintage tee—real, a little undone, and effortlessly cool. I’m here for the bride who isn’t trying too hard but still nails it, bringing warmth, edge, and a whole lot of style to every frame.

Effortlessly Chic &
CASUALLY COOL

Authentic, unposed, and undeniably stylish—your love story captured with a touch of edge and a whole lot of heart. Just another sentence about your values, your approach, what you believe in, etc.

Moments That Feel Like You

MEL RHODES

THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Hey, I’m Mel—your laid-back, California-loving photographer capturing love stories with a bit of edge and a whole lot of heart. I’m all about those real moments that feel just like you—natural, stylish, and totally unforgettable.

KNOWN FOR THIS STYLE

VIBRANT, AUTHENTIC, and stylish

Mel is on a mission to capture unapologetically real love stories for stylish, confident couples who value candid moments and a little bit of edge. Add another line if you want to to make this text area more full.

SIGNATURE SERVICES

FROM COAST TO COAST, WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED.

DESTINATION WEDDINGS

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ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS

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PORTRAIT SESSIONS

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