Toddler in a yellow dress holding her parents' hands in a grassy field

Step by step process

The Family Experience

Believe me, I know finding the right photographer is incredibly difficult. My goal is to make it as easy and comfortable as possible for you so you can enjoy the experience.

Believe me, I know finding the right photographer is incredibly difficult. My goal is to make it as easy and comfortable as possible for you so you can enjoy the experience.

1

Inquire

Send me your date, location, and what you have in mind. I’ll get back to you within 1–2 business days.

2

Secure your date

A signed contract and retainer hold your spot. Then I send your style guide and questionnaire and we plan the details.

3

The experience unfolds

We meet at your location, I guide you through the whole session, and your gallery follows soon after.

Typical investment

$400–$600

Portraits tell your story for a lifetime! Let me help capture all of your special moments.

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Charlotte and Andrew touching foreheads

Kelsey made our engagement photo dreams come true at Cape Lookout Lighthouse, ferry and all. My fiancé, who generally hates photos, said he enjoyed the shoot. She posed us perfectly and the results were stunning. I don’t know what kind of camera magic she has, but it’s working!

Charlotte + Andrew

couple

Bride and groom embracing among palm trees on their wedding day

If you are searching for a photographer in the Atlantic Beach, NC area, STOP right here & book with Kelsey immediately!! She will exceed your expectations!!! Kelsey is very professional, super sweet and is amazing at her job. We could not have chosen a better photographer for our wedding day! She even assisted with things that had nothing to do with a camera with no hesitation! She truly cares about doing everything she can to make sure the bride and groom/customer experience is as perfect as possible. I will forever love and appreciate her! 🥹

Nay + Chandler

wedding

Tabatha's senior portrait on a sandy dune path

This may have been one of the best photography experiences my daughter and I have ever done. Kelsey was patient, creative, and there are not enough words to explain how beautiful my daughter’s senior pictures turned out. We will be booking again soon!

Tabatha

senior

Emilee and Lyle embracing in the dunes

If you are looking to have professional photos done, I highly suggest Kelsey! She truly has a gift. She made the whole process so easy and our session so fun, and the pictures turned out so great. We will definitely have her take pictures for us again!

Emilee + Lyle

couple

Megan and Shaun laughing together in the ocean waves

Our photographer cancelled 30 minutes before our engagement photos. We went to the beach anyway, saw Kelsey photographing someone, and she agreed to do our photos on the spot. She made the shoot fun and relaxed, and the sneak peek she sent is perfect!

Megan + Shaun

couple

Lauren walking toward Chris on the beach on their wedding day

Kelsey was absolutely amazing. Professional, funny, and pleasant to be around, she never made us feel awkward in front of the camera. She was always on time and prepared, and generous with her time. Our photos came out phenomenal, and she is one of the best photographers we’ve met.

Lauren + Chris

wedding

Amy standing on the beach at sunset in a blue dress

Kelsey took my daughter’s senior photos and we could not have asked for a better experience. My daughter was so nervous beforehand and had so much fun during the session. The photos came back quickly and they are beautiful. I cried when I saw them. Thank you, Kelsey!

Amy

senior

I cannot recommend Kelsey enough. She went above and beyond for our wedding and we are IN LOVE with the photos. We had some complicated logistics and moving parts for the ceremony but Kelsey was so flexible and understanding throughout the process and going with the flow of whatever the day brought. On top of that, she's a lovely person, interacted with all of our guests, and captured the most beautiful candid pictures of everyone enjoying themselves. If you're considering Kelsey for your wedding or any event you will not regret it!

Jess + Andrew

wedding

Kelsey was so phenomenal before, during and after the session! She handled our four generation family session w ease and had us smiling and laughing throughout. Her communication before was amazing and the photos turned out great! Would book again

Bazemore Family

family

Kelsey is amazing!! She was super easy to communicate with and really flexible with scheduling which made everything so much less stressful. She made me feel so comfortable during the shoot. The turnaround on the photos was so fast, I was NOT expecting them that quickly. 10/10 would recommend her if you need a photographer, especially for grad pics!!

Milana

senior

Kelsey was absolutely amazing!! She made me feel so comfortable in front of the camera and It felt like she really cared about the session. She was so polite and encouraging throughout and I never felt rushed. She took her time with every outfit/location and made sure that everything was perfect. The photos turned out beautiful and I am so glad we found her as my senior photographer!

Sadie

senior

Kelsey is so accommodating and professional. We have booked her for family portraits and to capture our engagement! We love the way the pictures turned out and would recommend her to anyone. Thank you so much!!

Bobby + Cassidy

couple

This is now our SECOND time working with Kelsey and once again, she absolutely nailed it! Our first go round consisted of a family photo shoot at our grandmother’s dock house in Beaufort, NC and she did such a wonderful job. Recently, she was able to capture our maternity session at Fort Macon and equally produced incredible photographs of such a significant moment in our lives! I highly recommend using her services and I look forward to working with her in the future once our daughter arrives.

Gonzales Family

family

Kelsey was absolutely amazing to work with! From my very first interaction with her over email, she was attentive, helpful, and became a true partner throughout the entire process. She not only did a phenomenal job capturing my surprise proposal, but she also went above and beyond to help me plan—and even scout—the perfect evening along the waterfront in Beaufort for my now-fiancée. Working with Kelsey felt like spending time with someone I’d known for years. She made us feel completely comfortable while capturing stunning photos that we’ll cherish for a lifetime. Her talent, professionalism, and genuine care are evident in every photo and interaction. I can’t recommend Kelsey highly enough, and I have no doubt you’ll feel the same if you make the best decision you can by choosing her as your photographer!

Giovanni + Bailee

couple

Kelsey was so easy to work with. She really knows how to shoot a family photo session with small children. She was so great at getting good candidates while the kids just played on the beach. Would love to work with her again.

Bacon Family

family

Past Sessions

Every session ends with a gallery of your own. Here are a few real ones, so you can picture what yours could look like.

Meet Kelsey

Meet Kelsey

Meet Kelsey

Kelsey Lynn, Sioux Falls, SD photographer, holding her camera outdoors

Hey Family

Has it been years since you've taken family photos? Well, let's get them updated! My goal is for these photos to be hanging on your walls for years to come! Life changes fast and I want to help capture your family in whatever stage of life you are in right now. Whether you just became parents or sending your last kid off to college. I want to capture the stage your family is in so you can reminisce for years to come.

I want your photos to reflect your family in whatever season you are in. That is why I create a unique experience for every family I work with. My goal is to help make you feel comfortable in front of the camera so we are able to capture authentic smiles. We can accomplish this by creating a plan before the session so we can solely focus on creating beautiful images during your session.

Family of four hugging on the beach near a pier

My approach

I want your images to reflect your family. That is why I will send you a questionnaire before the session. This allows me to get to know your family before the session. I will also send you my family style guide to help give you ideas for your session and to answer some frequently asked questions. From there we can plan your session around what makes your family unique! If you love to go out as a family for pizza, let’s go to your favorite pizza spot! Do you have a favorite hiking trail? Let’s go! Any tradition you have I want to capture it for you. So bring your dog or your favorite game and let’s have some fun.

During the session I want your family to feel comfortable in front of the camera. That is why I will tell you where to go and how to pose throughout the session. I will start with the traditional pictures and then incorporate poses with movements to capture fun candid moments. We will play games and I may even bribe your kids with food for smiles. (hey, it works!). I will even have my speaker with me so we can have dance parties if that’s what you are into!

When you get your photos back there will not be any crazy, over-the-top editing. Your images will be natural and bright with light retouching!

Parents swinging their son between them on a walk

FAQ

Once you book I send a style guide with colors and outfits that photograph well. Soft neutrals and one or two muted colors usually win, and I’m happy to look over options before the session.

I’ll suggest a few spots around Sioux Falls based on your session and the light that day. If you have a place that means something to you, we go there.

We reschedule, no charge. I watch the forecast the week of and we decide together a day or two out.

Yes. Please do.

Most sessions run about an hour, with time to change outfits or move locations.

Natural and bright with light retouching. No over-the-top editing, ever.

Sneak peeks first, then your full online gallery ready to download, share, and print.

Parents swinging their laughing toddler between them by a lake at sunset

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Let’s talk about family photos.

Send me a few dates and anything you have in mind. I’ll reply within 1⁠–⁠2 business days with open dates and a few location ideas. No pressure, no hard sell.

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