2027 Family Sessions
A delicate balance of beauty and discretion
I am always trying to create images that are deliberately beautiful. This is why it is so important for me that throughout the day, I am helping you look your best, working with your most flattering angles, in the most flattering light. All the small details considered. Without being too obvious.
A Natural, Timeless Aesthetic
Offerings
Travel and all expenses within Belize are included. Every wedding is led by Leonardo Melendez.
Up to 8 Hours of Coverage
US$2,100
Up to 8 consecutive hours of photography coverage with Leonardo Melendez. With a 4:00 pm ceremony, coverage typically runs from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
What's included:
Up to 8 consecutive hours of dedicated coverage
Leonardo Melendez as your photographer throughout the day
Approximately 320–480 meticulously edited, high-resolution images (40–60 per hour of coverage)
Getting ready and pre-ceremony photos
Complete ceremony documentation
Family group photos post-ceremony
Bride and groom portraits during golden hour
Reception, toasts, and dancing
Private online gallery with high-resolution downloads
Unlimited print release. Print anywhere, any size, no restrictions
Full vendor coordination throughout the day
All travel and accommodation included
Sneak peek preview delivered within 1–2 days
Complete gallery delivered within 4 weeks
For multi-day coverage, additional hours, or anything beyond the scope of this offering, contact us for something more custom.
Process
1. Initial Consultation
We begin with a complimentary consultation to understand your vision for your wedding — the location you're considering, the feeling you hope to capture, any specific moments that matter to you. This conversation allows us to provide guidance on timing, locations, and logistics.
2. Securing Your Date
A 40% non-refundable retainer reserves your wedding date, with the balance due 15 days prior. In the event your wedding needs to be rescheduled, we accommodate moving to a mutually agreed-upon alternative date. Payments accepted via credit card or local bank deposit.
3. Planning Support
Throughout your planning process, you maintain direct access for questions and guidance. We can assist with location recommendations, timing suggestions based on light and tide schedules, and coordination with officiants or other vendors you may be working with.
4. Your Wedding Day
You're in good hands. We arrive with time to assess the location and light, then guide you through your ceremony and portraits—communicating and moving gracefully with you and your vendors so you never have to wonder where to be or what to do.
5. Curation & Editing
Your images undergo careful curation and editing — a process that typically requires 4 weeks. Our team approaches each photograph with attention to color accuracy, tonal consistency, and timeless quality.
6. Delivery
Your complete collection arrives via elegant online gallery where you can view, share, and download your images. Within 1–2 days, you receive a sneak peek preview of select photographs to share with family and friends while your complete gallery is being perfected.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many images will we receive?
On average, you will receive 40-60 professionally edited images per hour of coverage. Each photograph is hand-selected and meticulously refined. We prioritize quality and intentional curation.
What is the timeline for receiving our gallery?
Your complete gallery is delivered 4 weeks following your wedding. Within 1–2 days, you receive a sneak peek preview of select images to share immediately with family and friends.
About Leonardo Melendez
LMP Studios is led by Leonardo Melendez. He is a Belize based photographer specializing in weddings and portrait photography. A dedicated practitioner of the photographic arts, Leonardo has quietly honed his craft since 2006, forgoing formal education and the confines of textbooks. With a delicate balance of light, composition, and digital finesse, his work embraces subtlety and an understated aesthetic.
We would love to hear from you
We accept a limited number of weddings each year to ensure every couple receives our complete attention and artistry. If you are planning a wedding celebration, we would be honored to learn about your vision.