ABOUT MELISSA
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I'm 32 years old. I would have to describe myself as eclectic. My interests and passions seem to span a rather broad and random spectrum..... For example, I played college basketball for a bit at UAFS, before deciding I missed home a little too much. So I transferred back home, to Arkansas Tech, and majored in Physical Science Education. In college, I waitressed, and also worked as a checker at Wal-Mart (through one intense Christmas season, before I had my fill!) When I met and married my husband, I took a bit of a break from college and followed him around for a couple of years, as he pursued dreams of minor league baseball. When that season of our lives came to an end, I finally graduated, and taught high school science. A couple of years later, I received a masters degree in library media, and took my dream job, running a middle school library. I love books, and am indeed passionate about reading. But, when I delved into the world of photography, something within me changed. While being a librarian was still a great job, it suddenly wasn't enough. So, I gave up the best job I ever had to pursue something that felt more like a force, than a job. Photography HAS been a force in my life, blowing in, nearly unexpected, and has rocked the boat of my safe little life plan in many wonderful ways.
I guess the safe plan isn't always the best plan, though, is it?!
I've shot almost 100 weddings since I began this crazy adventure, and countless portrait sessions. Each person has left an indelible stamp on my life. Each life I've encountered has felt right, like I belong in this place, doing this thing. And there is happiness and peace in that knowledge.
My name is Melissa McCrotty and I am a wedding photographer in Russellville, Arkansas. I shoot weddings all over the state, and occasionally, out of state. Thank you so much for taking the time to visit my website. I would love to hear from you!