
About Marlyn McClendon Photography
Photographs for those who live for the good stuff.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to make a meaningful impact in this world. Photography became my way to show people the beauty I see in their world, to help them recognize themselves bathed in all the good stuff: love, connection, and the little moments that weave together their life—the moments that truly mean everything.
Family is where life finds its rhythm—where love is nurtured, lessons unfold, and the quiet magic of everyday moments takes root. It’s not about perfection but about the beautiful, messy, meaningful connections that shape us. The way your child’s laughter fills a room, the way your partner’s hand finds yours without thinking—these are the moments that matter most. My family has taught me how to see and savor these fleeting details, and it’s their love that inspires me to document yours with the same care and heart.
I live in the mountains of West Virginia with my partner, Clay, and our two wonderful daughters, Luella and Mae—and we’re thrilled to be welcoming baby #3 to the mix! Our days are filled with good food, music, and movement. We love making kimchi with Halmoni (my mom), dancing in the kitchen, traveling abroad, and exploring the rivers and trails near our home. Recently, my daughters and I have embraced jiu jitsu, and it’s become a journey of strength, resilience, and plenty of laughter.
When I’m not photographing the stories of others, I’m nurturing our wellness brand, Headwaters Hemp. It’s a labor of love rooted in the same principles that guide my photography—nurturing the body, mind, and soul, and celebrating the beauty of the present moment.
Every photograph I take is a collaboration, a chance to honor your story. It’s more than the image—it’s about what it represents: your love, your connection, your life, just as it is. And I can’t wait to help you hold onto it all.
About Marlyn
