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Melissa Martens is a cinematographer and photographer.  She earned her BFA in film and photography from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2004.  A teammate since January 2005, Melissa’s style is classic, emotional and cinematic with a twist of humor. She spends time studying traditions, religions, arts, photography, cultures, comedy and learning about the families she documents. She relishes capturing heartfelt authentic moments and is moved by the idea that her work will live on in families for generations. The best compliment we get on Melissa’s work is that her films and photographs feel like an honest, fun, candid document of the people and events she covers.

She is a 3 time Telly Award winner for directing + cinematography, won the 2011 Iphone Film Festival – Branded Category and teaches iphoneography classes at The Apple Store, North Michigan Ave.

Want to book Melissa for your wedding? Click Book Now on this page and mention you are interested in meeting with Melissa.

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Film Gallery

Weddings	Maddie + Scott Botanic Garden	Hillary + Nick Trump Hotel	Jeane + James Ritz Carlton
Juneanne + Andrew Marriot Michigan Ave	Patty + Brian Baby Bump	Christine + Jared Baby Bump

a film by melissa martens
shot in chicago at promontory point and the art institute
photography by robert and klara swiderski
planning by symplified

kirstin + max

a film by melissa martens
planning by clementine events
photography by christina noel photography
dancefloor by rendezvous
filmed at the wit hotel in chicago

Liquid History

Liquid History: (n) noun. a film that is a living, breathing history of a person, place or thing.

This film screened the night of the rehearsal dinner.

a film by melissa martens
editor mason strand
engagement photos by christina noel photography

Marci and  Jon wanted a classic Chicago style wedding. They got that and much more! Grab the tissues and enjoy.

a film by melissa martens and rajesh bhagirat
shot at Trump International Hotel and Towers, Chicago
decor + flowers by Heffernan Morgan

Dina + Kent from Fig Media on Vimeo.

We could not resist making a teaser film with these two.  Dina and Kent met at work. They casually went out for drinks one night. Drinks turned into a date, a date turned into love. Their wedding was fun, heartfelt and a blast to be a part of. We are honored that they picked us to capture the day. Grab your tissues and be inspired by this couple.

by filmmaker Melissa Martens.

Location: Salvage One

Photo: Brian Carey- fig weddings
DJ: Joe Nardi
Catering: J + L
Flowers: A Stem Above.
Original Music: Aaron Fox