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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!

Consistency is KEY. 🗝️ I’m sure you’ve heard that a million times before, so let me tell you WHY: Consistency within your visual assets helps build your visual identity with your customer. You become instantly recognizable and rememberable when someone sees a photo or video. Customers may not always remember the specifics of the product […]

Consistency is KEY

(Especially for Better-for-You Snacks & Drinks) When you’re building a better-for-you food or beverage brand, you’re constantly making investment decisions – packaging, R&D, marketing, operations. So when it comes to photography, it’s natural to wonder: Is this just a “nice-to-have,” or does it actually move the needle? Here’s the good news: Great commercial photography doesn’t […]

3 Great Ways Commercial Photography Boosts ROI

In the fast-paced world of online shopping, your product images aren’t just pictures—they’re your first impression, your salesperson, and your brand ambassador all in one. With customers unable to touch, feel, or try your product in person, high-quality e-commerce photography is what makes them click “Add to Cart” instead of bouncing to a competitor. What […]

E-Commerce Product Photography

Have you seen that trend where photographers share their raw files to show why they don’t deliver them? Well… this is exactly that. Let’s talk about these two photos of a Recess sparkling water can. Same product. Same setup. Same lighting. But totally different vibe, right? The first image is the raw, straight-out-of-camera version. It’s […]

Why You Don’t Get the RAW Files – A Visual Explanation

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