Weddings

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This intimate wedding in West Michigan belongs to Brandon and Molly and I was lucky enough to be their photographer! Brandon and Molly have such a special place in my heart. I first captured their engagement session last fall and have been working with them towards celebrating their spring wedding…but of course, Covid had other […]

Weddings

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Bay Pointe Inn is always a gorgeous place to host a wedding and it’s perfect for your intimate wedding any time of the year! This post is full of elegant and organic wedding inspiration pulling different textures and fabrics that you’ll surely love! This ring stack from Swierenga Jewelers is stunning! Alyssa from Fleurology Designs […]

Families & Children

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I absolutely love photographing newborn babies especially when their session takes place in their home near Grand Rapids. Being at home gives everyone a chance to just be at ease, allows big sisters to play in their own space with her own toys and is less work all around for mom and dad (well….as far […]

Weddings

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Have you been to Bay Pointe Woods for a wedding yet? If you haven’t…..it’s about time you go! What a stunning place that is. The venue itself is nestled into the woods surrounded by trees and right across the road from Gun Lake. Inside you’ll find the most beautiful white, sophisticated space ready for your […]

Families & Children

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Meet Miss Caddie! This sweetie is now three months old. Her family and I have been trying to get together for newborn photos at their home near Grand Haven for months now….but Covid had other plans. Even though we couldn’t get together those first few days after this beauty was born, we were still able […]

Portraits

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Often, I am asked what the difference is between a mini photo session and a full photo session so today I thought I’d explain! Mini session vs full photo session! All photographers have different processes, different theories and different ways they build their business. I mean, that’s half the reason in being an entrepreneur….to do […]

Weddings

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Choosing your wedding day getting ready location is so important! Making sure that the room has great light, nice neutral colors and a decent amount of space will allow you to have stunning photos that you’ll love for years to come. These images are where this crazy special day begins so let’s start the day […]

Families & Children

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I can’t even believe I’m writing this post. Somehow along the way, this beautiful girl Addison, turned ten years old. My oldest daughter is TEN! To celebrate, we decided to rent a studio in Grand Rapids to take some photos showing how she is going from a children session to more of the tween kind. […]

Portraits

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This beautiful couple is Doug and Julia. You may remember them from a few years ago at one of my most favorite weddings at The Felt Estate in Holland….well now these two are going to be parents! We decided to take their maternity photos indoors at a Grand Rapids studio because the weather is so […]

I’m a wedding and portrait photographer, and I’m also a disability advocate working to make the wedding industry more accessible, thoughtful, and welcoming. I believe love stories deserve to be told in spaces where care, dignity, and access are part of the experience - not an afterthought.

This work is deeply personal to me. I’m helping build an industry that’s ready for my daughter, Gabby - so that when it’s her turn to dream, celebrate, and be celebrated, the world is already open to her, just as she is.

wedding photographer turned disability advocate

I’m Kellie. 

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