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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!  

I'm Kelly

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Greensboro Family & Lifestyle Photogapher

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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!  

I'm Kelly

Hey!

Greensboro Family & Lifestyle Photogapher

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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…

Schopp Family- A Summer Family Photography Session

August 18, 2022

Family

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…

Spring & Summer 2021 Family Photos – What to Wear Outfit and Inspiration Style Guide

March 31, 2021

Photo Tips/Advice

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!…

Snowy Lifestyle Family Photo Session

February 26, 2021

Family

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!…

How to Pose: 7 Simple Ways to Look Better in Photos

February 15, 2021

Photo Tips/Advice

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…

Part II: How to Prepare Your Kids for a Family Photo Session

October 8, 2020

Family

You carefully planned your family’s outfits, convinced your camera-shy husband to take part, and you might have bribed your kids. Consequently, when they start acting up – you might be the one ready to cry! It doesn’t have to be this way. I’m here to make your experience enjoyable from start to finish. Here are six pointers to keep in mind as you prepare for…

Part I: How to Prepare For Your Family Photo Session

September 17, 2020

Family

I had the honor and privilege of capturing Treasure’s senior photo session in downtown Lafayette, Indiana in August and she is one of the most beautiful people inside and out! Her warm personality and joyful spirit totally came out in the photos and I had the best time with her and her mother Pamela throughout their session!…

Treasure’s Summer Senior Session

September 8, 2020

Seniors

Treasure's Summer Senior Session - Kelly McPhail Photography
You’ve been contemplating getting fall 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…

Fall Family Photos – What to Wear Outfit and Inspiration Style Guide

August 31, 2020

Family

Sweet little Crystal was the best little sleeper for me last week at her in-home newborn session! At 12 days old, some babies are less likely to sleep through the session as say a 5-9 day old baby, but she was a rockstar! It helps that I keep the room at almost 80 degrees and aim for smooth transitions between poses to keep baby from…

Crystal’s In-Home Newborn Session

August 7, 2020

Newborn

Crystal's In-Home Newborn Session - Kelly McPhail Photography
A Roadtrip to Remember Many of you have asked about our recent trip to Colorado and instead of overloading FB or IG, I thought why not just share some of the highlights here on the blog! Back in May, I had amazing camping trip all planned out to Zion, Bryce, Rocky Mountain National Park and a few other stops and well, all of our camping…

Our 2020 Colorado Roadtrip

August 4, 2020

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