A photographer and fine artist located in Columbus, Georgia.
as you grow old.
The kind of experience that can be felt forever.
to have + to hold
Hi- I'm Michelle
I photograph love because I am deeply inspired by my own soul consuming love story with this guy.
For those looking for a deeply tangible experience.
moments captured on both digital + film that you can relive over and over again.
photographs
But it doesn't have to be scary or awkward. This is not something you have to show up and perform for.
It's my responsibility and great joy to guide you through the entire experience.
Here's a bit more about what it's like to work with me.
I've been doing this photography thang a while. Like 20 years....which is CRAZY.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Photography + fine art.
I know how to photograph in vastly different light situations and I know how to work with skin tones.
You never have to worry about whether or not you're going to get high quality images from me.
I also have a Master's Degree in Counseling + a Master's Certificate in Life Coaching.
So I am really good at the people part of this job which is why my photos feel so full of life.
Because I've already mastered the photography part - I spend most of my time helping you feel at ease and connecting with each other. When you feel good - you look good.
I know the second you stop performing and start connecting with me or the people you're being photographed with.
I can anticipate certain moments and I know the exact second to snap the photo. Because I've learned how to notice and be present.
My clients always say that working with me "feels like hanging out with an old friend".
You will get a mix of highly curated and prompted photos as well as some more documentary style photos.
I want you to have the kind of photos that you can't wait to hang on your wall. But I also want you to have lots of photos that are deeply honest and imperfect. Photos that FEEL like you.
You shouldn't have to choose between photos that make you gasp and photos that melt your heart. With me you get it all.
I said it before and I'll say it again...when you feel good - you look SO good.
What I offer clients comes from years of honing this experience. Not just for people who fit the "social norms"...but for all humans to feel like their existence is deeply cherished.
Because it is.
intimate, unhurried experience that felt like spending time with a close friend. She has a true artist’s eye and found perfect spaces in my house for the photos.
I came in with inspiration pictures, and she used them perfectly. The photos and overall vibe were exactly what I was looking for—documentary-style, no posing, just candid, in the moment captures. The softness of the images, modeling advice, and the way she guided my husband and I through the session made everything feel natural and easy.
Every detail was thoughtfully planned. I cannot recommend Michelle enough!
LOVE NOTES FROM HAPPY CLIENTS
THE SCARPELLO'S
The whole experience was slow, intentional, and refined."
My husband and I are not picture people. We never take pictures and don’t like doing so, so I was worried about wedding pictures looking awkward and forced.
When we met Michelle I let her know my concerns and she was AMAZING. She was so professional, yet personable, through the entire process. She made everything so easy from booking, to planning, to the actual wedding. She made us feel so comfortable and relaxed, like we knew her for forever.
She exceeded expectations that I didn’t know I had. Michelle is exceptional, as a person and a wedding photographer, I couldn’t recommend her enough.
LOVE NOTES FROM HAPPY CLIENTS
THE JOHNSON'S
"I didn’t know we were capable of taking pictures like these. I was shocked in the best of ways".
I am so glad we booked Michelle and Brandon for our wedding day!
Michelle was so intentional in capturing moments that meant a lot to us... You will not regret booking this team
LOVE NOTES FROM HAPPY CLIENTS
THE BELLIS'
"I felt comfortable with them, even though my partner and I are not comfortable in front of a camera."
"Michelle was an absolute joy to have capture our wedding day!
When we initially booked her we were so impressed by her portfolio and professionalism, but we never imagined the pure magic she would create on our engagement shoot and wedding day".
She was incredibly kind and patient, and went above and beyond in every way possible. We are so thankful for these photos that we will enjoy for a lifetime. We seriously cannot recommend her enough.
LOVE NOTES FROM HAPPY CLIENTS
THE SERRANO'S
"Every single picture looks like how the day felt: whimsical, dreamy, and full of laughter and love."