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BASED IN Grand Rapids MICHIGAN

kellie hetler photography

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I'm Kellie and I'm so happy you're here. This blog a journal about my life, travels and favorite images. Stay a while and say hello!

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Michigan Private Lake Family Photos

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Families & Children

This family session by the lake was simple and relaxed. Mom, dad, and their three boys spent time together on the paddle boat and dock, looking for fish and frogs in the lily pads. The kids were curious, pointing things out as the family enjoyed the calm setting. Their connection and easygoing nature came through […]

West Michigan Lavender Photo Session

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Families & Children

I recently had a delightful mini photoshoot at Lavender Life Farm in Caledonia with two energetic boys and their sweet sister. Despite overcast skies, the kids’ charm shone through in their adorable linen outfits. As they explored the vibrant lavender fields, their laughter filled the air. I captured playful moments, from the boys crawling on […]

Wedding Hairstyles with Assistive Hearing Devices

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Weddings

Wedding Hairstyles with Assistive Hearing Devices. As a photographer and a mother, my work has always been driven by the desire to tell stories that matter, but this latest project is especially close to my heart. My daughter, Gabby, is my inspiration. She has cochlear implants, and as she’s grown, I’ve seen firsthand how beauty […]

Grand Rapids Triplets Newborn Photography

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Families & Children

The quiet town of Hudsonville, Michigan, just got a little livelier with the arrival of three new bundles of joy! This sweet family welcomed their triplets in June 2024, expanding their household to a bustling family of eight. I always love being able to do photography in the Grand Rapids area but capturing this set […]

Ada Home Maternity Photographer

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Maternity

This Ada family is joyfully anticipating the arrival of a precious new baby into their loving home and being the photographer to capture their maternity photos is so special. With each passing day, the curiosity of the big sister grows. Their two golden retrievers peacefully joined in the excitement. As they embrace this beautiful journey […]

Michigan Apple Blossom Family Photos

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Families & Children

These family photos were taken in Grand Rapids Michigan in an apple orchard full of apple blossoms. What a perfect location! The sun was setting, the trees were bursting with life and the family was just simply happy to be together. My favorite kind of family photo session 🙂 You may remember Nick and Julie […]

Kalamazoo Family Photography

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Portraits

This family photography session that I took in Kalamazoo was for my very own girls, so I may be a little biased by how cute they are! This summer I photographed this gorgeous couple at Shades of Lavendar Farm in Kalamazoo, but first I wanted to scope it out for myself before meeting the couple […]

Grand Rapids Winter Maternity Photo Session

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Portraits

This Grand Rapids winter maternity photo session is one of my favorites! Teresa and I were chatting for a while about ideas and how she wanted pine trees with snow. Well….early December in Michigan is a touchy time. You would think we would be covered in snow, but you just never know… About a week […]

Grand Rapids Studio Christmas Mini Session

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This Grand Rapids studio Christmas mini session is a pretty special one…..it just happens to be of my two sweet daughters!! I suppose I could be just a little biased, but they are rather cute! Don’t you think?! Addison, Addy, is almost nine and Gabriella, Gabby, is 4 (and a half!). They are the most […]

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