Covenant Pictures


Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $3,295

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $1,999


About Covenant Pictures

Melvin

Owner / Photographer

Specializing in weddings and engagements since 2011, Melvin started his wedding photography career in Los Angeles – California. Now, based in Houston – Texas, Melvin captures the heart and soul of photography and he offers stunning pictures that will leave you breathless. Melvin works not only with professionalism but with a friendly attitude that makes each photo session personalized. With over 300 weddings under his belt, his skills are sharpened so that no special moment is missed.

With care for detail that others don’t often notice, a personalization to each shoot, and the ability to shoot great quality pictures without disrupting the event, Melvin’s creative passion for photography is outstanding, and was able to take creative and awe-inspiring photographs which captured detailed moments that will never be forgotten. With moments that last forever in his beautiful pictures, he offers quality work at a fraction of other photographers. His love for photography really shows and will continue to in all the future work to come.

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Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Drone photography
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Same-day edits
  • Second photographer

Reviews

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    Ainsley M.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 23

    12/10 Would Recommend!

    We seriously cannot say enough good things about our photographer- Melvin!! From the very beginning, he has been easy to work and fun to be around. He’s personable, super knowledgeable, and made us feel SO comfortable in front of the camera. Neither of us really knew what we were doing lol, but he helped us with poses, gave us direction the entire time. He’s also extremely efficient without ever making the experience feel rushed. And for the quality of his work, he is SO affordable. We literally had our engagement pictures back in less than 24 hours, which is insane, and we absolutely love how they turned out!! You can tell he really knows what he’s doing and actually cares about making sure you love your photos and have a good experience while taking them. 10/10 experience all around, and we’re even more excited to have him there for our wedding day!! Posting a few UNEDITED ones, to show how good he is without any edits.

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    Jeffrey R.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Aug 3, 2026

    Wedding Photographer

    Working with Covenant Pictures was a no-brainer for us, and they proved to be the standout vendor of our entire wedding. From our first conversation, they were punctual, clear about what to expect, and genuinely fun to be around on the big day. They kept everyone laughing and energized, which helped us get natural, authentic shots that we'll treasure forever. What really impressed us was how intentional they were with every single frame and video clip—even bringing in drones to capture angles we never would have thought of. The detail and professionalism they brought to our day felt like it belonged at a wedding twice the price, yet their rates were incredibly reasonable. We couldn't have asked for a better team to document our story.

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    Mercedes B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Aug 3, 2026

    Awesome Wedding Photos

    From our first conversation, Covenant Pictures showed how serious they were about capturing our wedding. On the day of the wedding, they moved through the events with ease and caught moments we didn't even know were happening. We're so grateful to have found them and would recommend Covenant Pictures to any couple looking for a photographer who truly cares about their story.

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    Celeste F.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 7, 2026

    The best photographer ever

    We knew Covenant Pictures was the right choice for us from our first conversation with Melvin. His communication was fast and meaningful, making the planning process feel effortless and stress-free. On our wedding day, Melvin captured every moment with an attention to detail that honestly blew us away. What stood out most was his genuine passion for photography—it's something you can feel in every single shot, and it showed in how our guests responded to him. In fact, several guests were so impressed they booked him on the spot for their own upcoming weddings. Melvin is the kind of photographer who doesn't just show up to take pictures; he brings a drive and professionalism that made our day feel even more special.

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    Kathleen B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jun 28, 2026

    Memories

    We hired Covenant Pictures for our wedding and couldn't have been happier with the decision. Melvin and his team were quick to respond whenever we had questions, which made the planning process stress-free. On the day of our wedding, they captured every moment that mattered to us, and their professionalism really showed when they guided my husband and me through poses to make sure we looked our best in every shot. You can tell Melvin genuinely loves what he does, and that passion came through in both his work and his attitude toward us. The photos are perfection, and we're so grateful to have had such a dedicated team behind the camera. Highly recommend Covenant Pictures to any couple looking for photographers who care about getting it right.