Hi, I’m Hailey!

Life is full of moments worth remembering and moments worth sharing.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a passion for capturing life through the lens of my camera and my passion for photography has only grown over the years as I expanded my business and talents into videography and corporate photography.

As a military kid, I grew up all across the country and started working with photography in 2013 learning how to capture all the unique and beautiful people I came across.  After attending college in Arkansas (Woo Pig!) I moved to Austin, Texas and started working full time as a photographer. In 2020 I took the leap to pursue my own company, Hailey Merlo Media. I’ve been incredibly blessed by the opportunities and paths God has opened for me to take my business not only around the country, but to other countries as well.

Here in Austin, I work with businesses and locals alike to photograph unique brands and special moments. While I specialize in special event, portrait, family, and couples’ photography, I’ve loved being able to expand my talents into corporate and brand photography in recent years. My work reflects my heart for people and my heart for Christ, as I strive to capture the moments that make us who we are.

In my free time, I love spending time with friends and family while making my own adventures and meeting new people. I love to wake surf, play pickle ball, or really any sport, and supporting my Razorbacks!

I believe that people are beautiful, and that life is full of adventure. I’m here to capture it all. Let’s chat!