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My passion is capturing photographs of heartfelt moments for families to savor forever as keepsake memories. Whenever I'm not helping your family, you can find me loving on my own. Camping trips, boba tea, and card games are our favorite ways to connect!  

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Greensboro Family & Lifestyle Photogapher

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Most family photographers shy away from outdoor sessions in the winter months because hey, it’s cold, gray, and totally drab outside. We all love snow and how gorgeous snowy family photos look, but hey, most of the time we’re not covered in a beautiful blanket of thick white snow all winter. In fact, it’s usually just brown, drab, and snow-less for many of those winter…

January 11, 2023

January 11, 2023

4 TIPS for Shooting a Midwest Family Session in the WINTER - Kelly McPhail Photography
Want to know a secret tip for getting perfect family photos? Keep things positive and fun for your kids! I know, you’re a little anxious about how it’s going to go, it’s past their bedtime, and you just want them to behave and smile… but kids can sense when you are stressed and start to act out more… thus working against everything we are trying…

August 18, 2022

August 18, 2022

Schopp Family- A Summer Family Photography Session - Kelly McPhail Photography
You’ve been contemplating getting family photos done for a while now and decided not to put it off any longer! Your little ones (or not so little ones) are growing so fast and you don’t want to regret not capturing these special memories! You’ve booked your session but then you realize…what the heck are we going to wear?! To inspire you as you prepare for…

March 31, 2021

March 31, 2021

Spring & Summer 2021 Family Photos - What to Wear Outfit and Inspiration Style Guide - Kelly McPhail Photography
Snowy winter family photography sessions have got to be as magical as it gets when it comes to family photography. Yes it is cold, but snow makes everything sparkle. Curious what a session in 15 degree weather looks like with three little ones? Check out this gorgeous snowy family session in Lafayette, Indiana in the dead cold of winter!…

February 26, 2021

February 26, 2021

Snowy Lifestyle Family Photo Session - Kelly McPhail Photography
Here are 7 simple adjustments to make while posing so you will love every photo! These techniques are gleaned from fellow professional photographers and professional models, but more importantly from a lot of personal experimentation. Not only will these tips help you feel more photogenic, but you will gain confidence and love how you look in photos!…

February 15, 2021

February 15, 2021

How to Pose: 7 Simple Ways to Look Better in Photos - Kelly McPhail Photography
We’ve gathered five simple ways for you to help prepare your kids for a family photo session and it’s easier than you think! You just need a bit of pro advice… and some straight talk. That’s where I come in! As a family and newborn photographer, I welcome childish antics. We want their personalities to come through loud and clear. They may be shy. They…

October 8, 2020

October 8, 2020

Part II: How to Prepare Your Kids for a Family Photo Session - Kelly McPhail Photography

My passion is capturing photographs of heartfelt moments for families to savor forever as keepsake memories. Whenever I'm not helping your family, you can find me loving on my own. Camping trips, boba tea, and card games are our favorite ways to connect!  

I'm Kelly

Hey!

Greensboro Family & Lifestyle Photogapher

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