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families, couples, and the kind of weddings that don’t follow rules

Based in Marshall, Michigan — traveling wherever your story takes us.

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an image of mom and dad give a smooch, while their baby yells about it. mom has a coy smirk dad is holding her.

this is about how it actually felt.

just Think of the stories you’ll one day tell

a Mom, dad and newborn one week old baby at an in home session, documentary style, Michigan.
a blurry micro wedding image of the guest at their tables, the entire day becomes a blur.

this is your life right now.

groomsmen snuggled up with groom before he gets married

and someday, you’re going to miss today.

Photo of newborn, lifestyle image, baby chunky cheeks in a blue room held by mom, image is shot from below

based on real life.

Image is of a set plate, the grooms at an elopement in hocking hills
People walking in a wooded area, with one woman wearing a wedding dress and veil, and two men in formal shirts, likely during a wedding or special event.
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Family of 5 laughing and playing, child on dads shoulders, sitting in moms lap and lining up behind and beside them.
Maternity image of mom, dad, and a future big sister at the silver lake sand dunes during golden hour
guys shoots candid photo of the bride and groom
photo of bride and bridesmaid helping lift her dress
A woman with tattoos and sunglasses riding a Honda all-terrain vehicle with a young child in front of her outdoors.
Bride and Groom adventure cave elopement wedding hocking hills,

Hey babe -

I’m chels

I photograph real life, not the polished version of it. Families, couples, and small weddings that feel like you, not a photoshoot.

not for everyone - and that’s kind of the point.

I want your photos to feel like your life, not a performance.

Woman with brown hair smiling, sitting on a wooden chair covered in a yellow towel or blanket inside a room with wood-paneled walls, wooden floors, and a yellow mini fridge in the background.
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