The story, the experience
Candid, real and unposed photography
it just feels right.
Your investment isn’t just in photos, it’s in the way your story is told. When you book with me, you’re choosing a photographer who values presence over perfection and real moments over rehearsed ones. From our first conversation to the final gallery, every part of the experience is intentional, thoughtful planning, a calm and grounded approach on the day of. Your images feel true to you long after trends fade. I approach each session with care, curiosity, and respect for the season of life you’re in because these moments deserve to be documented honestly and held onto for years to come.
 
WEDDINGS
 
 
Package 01
 
6 Hour Coverage
400+ Edited Images
72 Hour Sneak Peek
Online Gallery
Rights To Print
 
STarting at: $3200
 
 
Package 02
 
8 Hour Coverage
500+ Edited Images
72 Hour Sneak Peek
Online Gallery
Rights To Print
 
STarting at: $3950
 
 
Package 03
 
10 Hour Coverage
600+ Edited Images
72 Hour Sneak Peek
Online Gallery
2nd Shooter Included
Rights To Print
 
starting at:$4900
 
Add Ons:
- 2nd shooter
- engagement session
- 24hr sneak peek
- content creator
- hourly coverage
 
DOCUMENTARY / LIFESTYLE
 
From first days to full hands, from quiet love to loud laughter, these sessions honor every season in between. Documentary and lifestyle photography preserves your story as it’s being lived, honestly and without interruption. Let's document your story as it naturally unfolds, focusing on the way you love, move, and exist together in this moment. From the tender beginnings to the beautifully lived-in chaos, these images are meant to feel honest, emotional, and timeless, a reflection of life exactly as it is right now. Yes, we can totally get the "smile at me" photo for grandma or grandpa or the Christmas card. But, my focus is on capturing the real life moments.
 
Services
 
- Family (in-home, outdoor, studio)
- Newborn
- Fresh 48
- Maternity
- Engagement
- Couple/ Anniversary
- Milestone
 
Starting from $550
Senior
Your senior year deserves more than a quick photo session and digital gallery. This is a session full of confidence, change, and celebrating the person you have grown into. This session is about creating an experience the feels fun, comfortable, and true to you. Your album will be filled with images you'll want to hold onto long after graduation.
BRANDING
Starting from $600
Your brand deserves to feel like you, not a stiff version of who you think you should be. Branding sessions should be laid-back, story-driven, and built around who you are and how you actually show up in your work. We’ll focus on the in-between moments, the details, and the rhythm of your day, whether that’s creating, connecting, or dreaming up what’s next. The end result is a gallery that feels honest, lived-in, and intentional, giving you images that help you show up confidently and consistently across your website, social media, and everything in between.
 
Or anything you can dream of, I'm here for EVERYTHING!!
 
Review:
My experience with KayElla Photography was everything I didn’t even know I needed. From the very first message, Kay was so kind, genuine, and responsive, not just before the session, but even after. I never once felt like “just another client.” She made every interaction feel personal, intentional, and full of heart. Not only was she quick to respond, she was there for literally everything. The late night SOS texts, the “is this outfit okay?” moments, the random what-ifs, and the spirals of overthinking coming close to our wedding. She didn’t just answer but she was honest, real, raw, and always made us feel like our thoughts and feelings mattered.
Before our first engagement session, as anyone would be, we were a mix of excited and a little nervous — wanting everything to feel natural and look good. But the second we started shooting, that all disappeared. Kay has a way of making you feel completely comfortable, like you’re just hanging out with a friend who happens to be insanely talented with a camera. By the end of the session, we left excited, eager, and truly just grateful we chose her.
We honestly didn’t even need to see our engagement photos to know I wanted her to shoot our wedding. We were already in love with her spirit, her energy, and her heart. The way she cared about our story, the way she moved through the session with intention, the way she made us feel seen — that was enough. The photos were just a bonus. We would recommend KayElla Photography a thousand times over. Not just because her work is amazing, but because she is. If you want a photographer who loves what she does, loves you through the lens, and turns moments into something you can feel forever, she’s the one. ❤️
My Process
 
1.Fill out the form
 
It all starts with a message. Once you inquire, I'll send over all the details (pricing, availability, and what working together actually looks like). No pressure or awkward sales stuff. Just real info so that you can decide if my style and personality is what you're looking for.
 
 
2.Planning
 
Once we are booked, we'll chat about your story, brand, or what you're wanting these photos to feel like. I'll be there every step of the way, outfits, locations, and any and all ideas that make sense for you. For weddings, we typically hop on a call just to get to know each other before that next step.
 
 
3.Picture time! YAY!
 
This is the EASY part. You get to sit back and LET ME DO MY THING. I'll give you direction when its needed and step back when the real moments happen. It's laid-back, guided, and gives us plenty of room to get comfortable and let you be yourself.
 
 
4.Delivering Your album
 
You'll receive a curated gallery of images that feel honest, intentional, and ready to use. Galleries are promised within 3 weeks for regular session and 10 weeks for weddings.
 
 
LETS DOCUMENT YOUR STORY
 
North Dakota based, but take me anywhere.
 
@kayellaphotography
 
KayElla studio
1024 Central Ave New Rockford, ND