
Hey!
Melissa is Greek for “honey bee,” and my last name, Ferrara, is a Latin derivative of “Ferrum” or “iron.” Boom. Now you know why I call my business Iron+Honey.
I’m not one of those people who has that super interesting story about how I found a camera and wanted to be the next Ansel Adams; I sort of stumbled into it in college while working on a degree in advertising. That stumble has proven to be one of the best things in my life.
I’m a Midwestern girl with a huge love for travel. While I love Chicago and everything this big city offers, my need to explore this world is huge. I know that travel deeply influences my work and how I see the world.
I love to tell stories with my camera. Whether it’s a quiet elopement or a rowdy Sox game, I love that feeling of sharing a moment with others through a powerful photo. It’s the stuff that makes the world go round for me.
OTHER FUN STUFF
Did I mention travel? Yeah, I’m pretty obsessed with it. Favorite places include Venice, Italy, Charleston, SC, and Cannon Beach, OR. Ask me about them, and I’ll talk your ear off. I try to make a point to travel somewhere each year. Want to see my bucket list?
When I’m not working, you’ll find me hanging out with my boyfriend and our crazy pups, Rooney and Sasha, looking for the best donuts in the city (I have my favorites, but you have to ask me in person because it changes depending on if I’m in a jelly mood or a glazed mood).
I’m obsessed with the White Sox and karaoke, but rarely at the same time.
Most days, you can find me watching The Office for the millionth time. Because even though I’m not superstitious, I’m a little stitious.

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