ABOUT kelly
Behind the Lens
Finding great joy in creating and capturing connection and beauty wherever I go as a wedding photographer in Grand Rapids, and amazing destinations in Michigan + world wide.
Documenting all of your big & little moments and everything in between.
about me
I'm kelly
I started my photography journey more than a decade ago raising funds for my first mission trip to India, traveling there three more times after that, and also to Thailand, Haiti, Mexico and other destinations. I found a love for travel and also continued learning and growing my photography skill. As a traveling wedding photographer, it has been such a joy to meet so many new friends around the globe.
When I am not behind my camera, or editing your beautiful images, you might find me in the gym or pool area watching one of my children competing in one of their various sports, or out on the boat stopping for ice cream with my family and dogs in tow.
Chaser of sunshine and good travels. Believer in Jesus. Mother of five + two puppies. Wife of 24 years.
my favorite things:
01
Traveling!
places i've been
France, Thailand, India, Dubai, Haiti, Jamaica, Mexico, Italy, Kenya, Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Honduras
02
Things I love
A good cup of coffee, preferably one from a little cafe in Paris with a buttery croissant, but one from my kitchen here in Michigan is good!
Travel, really anywhere! I love being on the water, spending time with my family, and relaxing on my couch at the end of the day, I will probably fall asleep there too :)
03
people
My family. Enough said.
04
meal
Pasta. I wish I didn't love it, but I do.
And a gelato or a vanilla cupcake for after.
05
dogs
I have two. They really are my fur babies.
06
part of my job
I will literally tear up at every first dance with your Dad or Mom, I love photographing all of the little details of your day and all of the moments you knew I was there for, and the ones you didn't. I love being a comforting presence to you, to help you enjoy your day fully, and just be you. I want you to look back through your wedding photographs and relive the most special day of your lives.
about you
My clients are seekers of beauty, lovers of travel, with a taste for adventure and sea salt in their hair.
For couples who are amazingly in love, who care most of all about the experience on their wedding day and enjoying all of the moments with their family and friends.
Head over to my contact page, tell me a little about the plans for your wedding and I'll respond super quickly.
Does this sound like you? Inquire with me.
Want to see more wedding photos
YOU SHOULD SEE My INSTAGRAM
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