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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.

this is your life right now.

groomsmen snuggled up with groom before he gets married

and someday, you’re going to miss today.

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.
Family of 5 laughing and playing, child on dads shoulders, sitting in moms lap and lining up behind and beside them.
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.

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