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Grand Opening at Wonder in Canton Crossing, Baltimore
Recently, I had the pleasure of capturing the grand opening of Wonder in Baltimore’s Canton Crossing, and it was one of those events that reminds me why I love what I do.

Ruby Melton
Nov 171 min read


Capture the Magic: Holiday Event Photography for Your End-of-Year Celebrations
As a Washington, DC–based luxury event photographer with 14+ years of experience documenting high-end events around the world, I’ve had the honor of capturing holiday parties, award ceremonies, VIP receptions...

Ruby Melton
Nov 132 min read


Glamour, Gold, and Girl Power: Inside the Victoria’s Secret x Jenee Naylor ExperienceÂ
The energy was electric from the moment guests walked in. Victoria’s Secret didn’t hold back—offering everything from engraved perfume bottles and customized lingerie to personalized bracelets and chains.

Ruby Melton
Aug 61 min read


Spain for World Pride 2030: A Joyful Series of Celebrations in DC
I had the incredible honor of being commissioned by the Office of Tourism for Spain to visually document their three-part celebration for World Pride 2025 in Washington, DC.

Ruby Melton
Jun 252 min read


Power, Purpose, and Portraits: Documenting Emily’s List’s 40th Anniversary
Photographing Emily’s List’s 40th Anniversary Gala — and the private donor dinner the evening before — was an experience that delivered both in unforgettable ways.

Ruby Melton
May 183 min read


Where Power Meets Glamour: Bond Events Sets the Scene for DC’s Most Stylish Media Celebration
Set inside the glowing heart of Georgetown at Osteria Mozza DC, this event was nothing short of cinematic. From the moment I stepped into the space, camera in hand, it was clear: this wasn’t just a party, it was a production—and Bond Events knows how to produce sexy, upscale magic.

Ruby Melton
May 182 min read


Inside the Room: Capturing the Icons of Leadership at BlackRock’s Retirement Summit
Some rooms just hit differently — where the energy is thick with intention, the guest list reads like a leadership summit dream team, and the conversations are a masterclass in vision, legacy, and innovation.

Ruby Melton
Apr 102 min read


From the Welcome Reception to Washingtonian Magazine: A March Full-Circle Moment
Some months in this journey as a photographer remind me exactly why I picked up the camera in the first place — to witness, to document, and to celebrate the energy of meaningful moments.

Ruby Melton
Apr 102 min read


How to Succeed as a Luxury Event Photographer: Advice from a 14-Year Veteran
Top 5 Strategies to Succeed as a Luxury Photographer for Beginners - Advice From a 14-Year Veteran!

Ruby Melton
Jan 284 min read


A Night of Connection and Impact With Emily’s List
Every detail, every smile, every connection—captured to tell the story of a night that truly mattered.

Ruby Melton
Jan 171 min read
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