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My name is Kelsie and I'm an Ohio photographer based in Columbus. Grab a cup of coffee (or in my case - a chai latte), a glass of wine or a bottle of coke and enjoy viewing my latest work, browsing resources for seniors & photographers, and getting a little peek into my life!

When you invest in commercial photography, you’re not just paying for a few hours of camera time. You’re investing in a comprehensive process designed to bring your brand to life visually. Here’s what goes into a commercial shoot: 1. Pre-Production This is the planning stage, and it’s vital. Creative Direction: Understanding your brand, audience, and […]

What’s in a shoot?

Sometimes the best creative projects come from simply playing around with an idea and that’s exactly what happened when I decided to do a fun personal photoshoot featuring Liquid I.V.’s Strawberry Lemonade. As a photographer, I’m always drawn to bold colors and fresh concepts, so I knew right away this shoot had to be bright, […]

Liquid IV

As a commercial product photographer, having an efficient, reliable workflow is essential—especially when working on set with clients, art directors, and stylists who need to see results in real-time. Choosing the right photo editing software can make all the difference in speed, accuracy, and overall image quality. Two of the most popular choices among professionals […]

Lightroom vs. Capture One: Which is better

Because using a photo and owning a photo are not the same thing. When you hire a photographer, whether for branding, products, headshots, or any other project you’re not just paying for a gallery of beautiful images. You’re also paying for the right to use those images in specific ways. That’s where licensing comes in. […]

Let’s Talk: Licensing Your Photos

In the food and beverage industry, customers buy with their eyes first. Before they ever taste your product, they experience it visually—on your website, in social media ads, or on a grocery store shelf. If your product photos aren’t mouthwatering, engaging, and high quality, you’re losing sales. So how do you know when it’s time […]

How to Know It’s Time to Invest in High-Quality Photos