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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.

Image is of a set plate, the grooms at an elopement in hocking hills
Photo of newborn, lifestyle image, baby chunky cheeks in a blue room held by mom, image is shot from below

based on real life.

Small details that matter to you.

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.

because this is your life right now.

groomsmen snuggled up with groom before he gets married

and someday, you’re going to miss today.

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
photo of bride and bridesmaid helping lift her dress
guys shoots candid photo of the bride and groom
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.

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