About me

My name is Michelle and I have been a photographer in the Raleigh and Triangle for for over 15 years. My photography mostly focuses on children as I have never worked a day in my life that children were not part of that day. I worked in mental health and in schools before becoming a photographer. Additionally, I also ran an equine 4H program when I stepped out of a classroom. Working with the children and horses was very exciting. Some of my 4H studios even wanted photography lessons. They won ribbons at the 4H show with their photographs. First place of course… There is nothing more beautiful to photograph than a child. Children come in all ages. I specialize in the art of newborn photography and I love it. The newborn images are so sweet. Oh how I wish I had images like this of my own children to hang on the wall. I have two wonderful children myself, Taylor and Zach, and am so happy to have recorded much of their lives with my camera. Before I started shooting professionally, I paid a wonderful local photographer, Lundie, to do this for me. Many of her beautiful images are displayed in my home. It’s so wonderful to go back in time by looking at these images. Having worked with children my entire life helps me to form quick relationships with the wonderful little people that I photograph. God gave me a special gift. I have always known that my gift was the ability to interact with young people in a way that makes them feel heard, important and valued. Many parents have commented that their children, even the shy ones, seem to warm up to me quickly. I love photographing high school seniors as well. We always have a great time at the sessions. I am adventurous and creative which tends to appeal to teenagers. We always scout out unique locations so that their high school senior images are unique and tell a story about them.

Education

BA in Psychology (1990)

Certification and training

Many years of CPR and First Aid (2020)

Credentials

Specialties

Languages

English

Service introduction

Are you looking for a photographer to provide a newborn photo session? When looking for a photographer for your new baby, it is recommended that you look for someone with experience. A photographer who has worked with many newborns will provide a safe experience for your baby and will be well versed in posing newborns for the cute curled up images that you will love. I have specialized in the art of newborn photography in the Raleigh and Triangle area since 2004. My studio has provided beautiful newborn images to well over a thousand mommies and daddies. The fairy gardens outside give my studio a unique feature as well. When I moved to Raleigh I set up two studios spaces. There is a larger studio for children and families and a separate, cozy studio for newborns. This keeps the new babies from being exposed to the germs that may be present in a studio where many children are being photographed. My studio is located in South Raleigh. It’s location has easy access from Cary, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, Apex, Willow Spring and Garner. With pride I share that I have been recognized by Expertise as one of the best newborn photographers in Raleigh for three consecutive years. Click below on the 2019 to read their review about my studio. Thank you so much Expertise.

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