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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

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Greensboro Family & Lifestyle Photogapher

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There’s always something so special about photographing families right on the edge of something new. This sweet maternity session just outside of Greensboro had everything I love about this season of life: glowing light, happy anticipation, and lots of love. When Janet reached out for Greensboro maternity photos, I could tell right away this was going to be a joyful session. She and her husband…

May 14, 2025

Glowing Golden Hour Maternity Photos in Greensboro - Kelly McPhail Photography
Graduation season is one of my favorite times of year. There’s something about the joy, the pride, the sigh of relief, and the huge smiles that make college grad photos so so special. So far this year, I’ve been lucky enough to take college grad photos for students from High Point University, Wake Forest, UNCG, Elon, UNC, and NC A&T. Each session has reminded me…

April 26, 2025

College Grad Photos: 5 Must-Know Tips for an Unforgettable Photo Session - Kelly McPhail Photography
Spring is always a season of new beginnings—but this one felt especially tender and meaningful. The Murphy family met me at Dewberry Farm in Kernersville during the tulips’ peak bloom, and from the very first shot, their connection shined through. As a family photographer, I’ve learned that the most beautiful sessions are rarely about perfect outfits or ideal weather. They’re about the why. And for…

April 11, 2025

Dewberry Farm Tulip Photos: A Meaningful Spring Family Session in Kernersville - Kelly McPhail Photography
Every May, something magical happens just outside of the Triad—Dogwood Farms in Belews Creek bursts into color with wildflowers as far as the eye can see 🌸✨. It’s perfect for wildflower sessions in North Carolina! If you’ve ever dreamed of photos in a flower field at golden hour, this is your sign. Poppies, larkspur, and warm spring light? It’s basically a North Carolina fairytale. And…

April 9, 2025

Family photography session in a field of poppies at Dogwood Farms, Belews Creek, NC
Question. What would you grab in a fire? A number of years ago right after we got married, my husband and I were jolted awake at 2 a.m. by the glow of flames outside our window. A neighbor’s shed was on fire, and we had seconds to react. In the rush to safety, we grabbed our laptops, my camera, and—accidentally—a stack of magazines instead of…

March 27, 2025

Color Theory: Styling Outfits for Family Photos - Kelly McPhail Photography
Some sessions just feel meant to be. This one? A full-circle moment. ✨ When I first talked to Jennifer about a Greensboro maternity session, neither of us had any idea that we’d actually shared the same dorm floor at UNC years ago. Same building. Same hallway. Same two years. We likely passed each other hundreds of times—and now, here we were, reunited in a wildflower…

March 24, 2025

Expecting Twins! A Maternity Session in Greensboro - Kelly McPhail Photography
Spring sessions are dreamy—lush greens, blooming flowers, and soft golden light. But if you’ve ever opened Lightroom and thought, “Why is this photo SOOO green?”… you’re definitely not alone. 🤭 Spring’s fresh growth can be magical and challenging for photographers, especially when it comes to editing. Here are five of my go-to spring photography tips to help you capture the magic of spring without fighting…

March 21, 2025

Want stress-free family photos? Change your mindset - Kelly McPhail Photography
With winter almost over and warmer weather on the way, I’m already looking forward to my beach family photo sessions this summer! The beach is just special, right? I take any chance I get to go, but I especially love the family sessions I get to photograph there. It’s the perfect setting—naturally gorgeous, with incredible light that gives photos that warm glow I’m always after.…

February 28, 2025

What to Wear: The Best Dresses for Moms in Beach Family Photos - Kelly McPhail Photography
If you’re prepping for lifestyle newborn photos and wondering about what colors will look best, let me give away a major tip. Neutral colors for family pictures are magic for these sessions! As a newborn photographer, I’m all about capturing those sweet, fleeting moments when your little one first arrives, and choosing the right colors will play a huge role in making those photos truly…

February 4, 2025

Treen Newborn Photos - Kelly McPhail Photography
It’s a question clients ask all the time: When is the best time to schedule newborn photos? The short answer is, it depends! While there are some general guidelines and ideal time windows, it’s actually never too late to capture these precious early moments. The Sweet Spot: 5-10 Days Old In my experience, the “sweet spot” to schedule newborn photos is between 5 and 10…

September 17, 2024

When is the Best Time to Schedule Newborn Photos? - Kelly McPhail Photography